Energy Savings
Energy Savings
Message to the Carleton Community Regarding Energy Reduction
We can all assist with doing our share to reduce demands on the electricity system by:
- Turning off all but essential internal and external lights;
- Turning off computers overnight and on weekends;
- Turning off laser printers, photocopiers, etc. overnight and on weekends;
- Setting air conditioners to 26 degrees Celsius or higher, or using fans as an alternative;
- Closing curtains and blinds to keep the sun out and retain cooler air inside;
- Reduce the use of electricity intensive equipment; and
- Delay the use of major power consuming appliances such as ovens, dishwashers, washers, dryers and swimming pool pumps until after 8:00pm.
The Department continues its efforts implementing strategic initiatives to the extent of funding availability, to manage energy consumption and conservation, which include:
- Construction Standards to incorporate more energy-saving features in new buildings and during major renovations. The University’s long-term operational costs will be lower if projects incorporate more energy-saving equipment, lights, HVAC, and automated system management features and standards;
- Proactive maintenance and repair of building systems and campus-wide utility distribution systems. This includes adding insulation to reduce outdoor element infiltration, maintaining steam traps and system valves, locating and repairing leaks, updating the local and global controls systems for greater operational efficiency, and working towards reducing the deferred maintenance backlog on these systems;
- Upgrading our chilled-water production and distribution systems to consolidate existing proliferation of cooling equipment, reduce maintenance costs and improve energy efficiency.