Universities & Colleges

Opportunities to improve the future

31% of total energy use in typical college or university classroom buildings goes to lighting. 28% accounts for heating. With U.S. colleges and universities spending an average of $1.10 per square foot on electricity, those systems are great places to start saving money.

Fueling education for a clean energy future

An increasing number of colleges and universities are making the commitment to promote sustainability on campus. The REV Campus Challenge provides the support, resources, and recognition necessary to meet your school’s financial, environmental, academic, and community goals through clean energy solutions. Kick start your efforts by taking advantage of the opportunities the REV Campus challenge offers to advance clean energy on your campus

Learn more about REV Campus Challenge

Go to the head-of-the-class with energy efficiency

Energy efficiency paves the way for higher achievements. Like small cities, campuses include everything from classrooms, offices, and laboratory facilities to restaurants, sports arenas, and residential housing. Energy efficiency can improve student, faculty, and staff comfort while reducing operating expenses. ... MORE

It also creates better learning environments, which can boost student performance, overall innovation, and staff retention.

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Build for a new vision

Teach by example

Investing in clean energy on campus reduces your energy bills while educating the community about renewable energy options. Depending on its location, your campus could take advantage of solar, wind, biomass, and/or geothermal resources in addition to energy efficiency.

Explore solar for your campus

Visit: energystar.gov to learn about ENERGY STAR® for colleges

Learn about community heat pumps

Start a career in clean energy

New York State has clean energy training programs for a range of skill sets — from entry-level workers joining the renewable energy, energy efficiency, and emerging technology sectors to seasoned professionals looking to sharpen their technical skills and move up the career ladder.

Make the switch

Find out how to save money. Get an energy assessment.

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