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Leadership in Sustainable
Energy
The integration of solar power, solar
thermal, wind
power and
geothermal systems
offer colleges and universities the opportunity to demonstrate
leadership in the development of sustainable energy
solutions.
Our vision is to serve as a catalyst for
institutions to
implement cost-effective renewable
energy systems on campus, thereby empowering future professionals with
first hand knowledge of and experience with the integration, operation
and real-world impact of renewable energy technologies.
Verde Energy provides free project
consultations
tailored to the
needs of colleges and universities, and competitive project bids from
the nation's largest network of experienced renewable energy
professionals.
Ideas for the
integration of renewable energy on campus:
»
Install
a solar electric, solar thermal, geothermal, wind power or other
renewable energy system on campus, demonstrating leadership in
sustainable practices.
» Install
remote performance monitoring displays in classrooms and common areas
on campus, raising awareness of the system and the benefits of
renewable energy, as well as providing a valuable educational tool in
the classroom.
» Use
network enabled displays to broadcast real-time performance data
through the university web site, student and faculty web sites, as well
as through presentations both remote and on campus (classrooms, stadium
scoreboard), highlighting the positive economic and environmental
impacts of the system.
» Use
system displays as part of homecoming, alumni events, and student
events and competitions, raising awareness of the benefits of renewable
energy as well as demonstrating the institution as a leader in
sustainability.
» Videotape
the installation and operation of a renewable energy system on campus
and use the footage for community and media outreach, student outreach,
and classroom visual aid.
» Require
the use of renewable energy systems and green building design practices
among contractors competing for University construction projects.
» Certify
existing green buildings on campus through the USGBC LEED program.
» Pursue
green building retrofits and remodeling of existing buildings on
campus.
» Commit
to a carbon audit of University operations and implement future goals
for reducing the carbon footprint of the Institution.
» Create
new course studies dedicated to renewable energy technology research
and development, manufacturing,
integration, operations and policy.
Additional Resources
Presidents
Climate Commitment - The American College & University
Presidents Climate Commitment is a high-visibility effort to address
global warming by garnering institutional commitments to neutralize
greenhouse gas emissions, and to accelerate the research and
educational efforts of higher education to equip society to
re-stabilize the earth’s climate.
The Campus Climate Challenge
- The Campus Climate Challenge is a project of more than 30 leading
youth organizations throughout the U.S. and Canada. The Challenge
leverages the power of young people to organize on college campuses and
high schools across Canada and the U.S. to win 100% Clean Energy
policies at their schools.
National Wildlife
Federation's Campus Ecology Program
- National Wildlife Federation's Campus Ecology program helps colleges
and universities confront global warming through climate and
wildlife-friendly practices that reduce their global footprint.
ENERGY
STAR for Higher Education - Colleges and universities spend close
to $2 billion each year on energy. Adopting a strategic approach to
energy management can lower your energy bills by 30 percent or more.
ENERGY STAR brings you a proven energy management strategy to
distinguish your institution as an environmental leader and save money
for repair and renovation, hiring of new faculty, new construction, and
other core activities.
Verde Professionals Can Help You
Decide
While there are many energy service
operators available, Verde
Professionals are the best among experienced technicians
specializing in renewable energy. This designation indicates a
technician who is committed to excellence in every aspect of business,
from installation and service, to customer relationships.
Your local Verde Pro can help you determine the most cost-effective
system
size and design for your project with a complete on-site energy
analysis.
Why Verde Energy?
» Our commitment to customer service.
» Verde Professional experience and expertise.
» Lower your energy costs.
» Feel good about helping the environment.
» Demonstrate sustainability leadership.
