Alumni Provide Insight on Climate Action Strategy
During Stanford’s Alumni Weekend, over 50 alumni gathered at the Explore Energy House for a powerful discussion on the university’s Climate Action Plan.
sustainableadmin’s Archive
Posts
Eco-friendly Furnishing: How Dorm Life Can Be Made Sustainable
Stanford student Sierra Horangic repurposed packaging waste into custom furniture and inspired others to reduce waste and get creative with recycled materials.
Stanford Hosts 10th Annual Menus of Change
Stanford brought together over 160 leading experts to discuss climate-focused innovation and environmental justice in the food sector.
How Stanford Transforms Rain into 120 Million Gallons of Opportunity
Stanford’s stormwater capture system increases resilience, using open spaces as part of a regional water management network.
Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Reduces Energy Use
Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital is saving $500,000 annually by using outside air for cooling and upgrading to LED lighting, cutting energy use by 48%.
Ongoing Commissioning (OCx)
LBRE’s OCx program boosted energy efficiency in 2023, saving over $4,000 annually at Wallenberg through no-cost control system adjustments.
The Energy is Greener in the East Library Side
Stanford’s iconic Green Library received upgrades that slashed energy use while ensuring year-round comfort.
Forsythe Hall Optimizes Its System to Cut Energy Costs
An energy audit of Forsythe Hall revealed uneven airflow, leading to a $90,000 annual savings after upgrading air control systems and economizers
A Friendly Reminder for People and Planet
Stanford is reimagining energy solutions across campus, with updates to key buildings like Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and Green Library.
Stanford Food Institute Partners with Farms to Grow, Inc. to Support Black Farmers
R&DE Stanford Food Institute is advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion by supporting Black farmers through direct purchasing and co-producing toolkits.
– Loading –