Sustainability on Campus
Have you ever noticed the glow of empty buildings on campus at night? The hum of lights in vacant rooms is a common sight, and it raises questions about energy consumption.
The waste may seem insignificant at first, but it adds up when considering hundreds of rooms and thousands of nights. According to the Department of Energy, lighting accounts for nearly 17% of electricity use in educational buildings.
Simple upgrades such as motion sensors, timers, and energy-efficient LEDs can reduce consumption by up to 50%. This highlights the potential for significant energy savings through basic improvements.
Lighting accounts for nearly 17% of electricity use in educational buildings.
Author's summary: University lighting waste sparks call for sustainability upgrades.
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