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News on campus sustainability initiatives, emerging programs, rankings, awards, student initiatives, green teams, and more from across the Cornell University campus.

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Make your home more energy efficient at little or no cost to you.

wind turbines

Cornell Chronicle | Blaine Friedlander, July 16, 2018

Cornell University professors helped lead the National Offshore Wind Research & Development Consortium to enhance US' wind-energy economy and decrease greenhouse gas emissions.

Overhead view of the cornell tech campus in Manhattan

Rooftop solar on two buildings at the Cornell Tech campus will produce 995 MWHs of clean energy annually.

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Cornell Campus Sustainability Office | Spring 2018

Power your home with the sun!

Maplewood Apartments model

Cornell Engineering Magazine | Chris Dawson, Spring 2018
"I really believe there is a synergy between community engagement and research. Engaging communities and addressing real-world problems has motivated me to conduct research that has societal impact." 

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Cornell Campus Sustainability Office | Spring 2018

Yes, renewable heat is a thing, and you can do it, too!

Three girls laughing in snow

Cornell saved 1.4 million kwh during the winter break due to energy efficiency measures in the community.

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Cornell Campus Sustainability Office | Winter 2018

Sustainability Life Recipe Series

Testing a thermal imaging camera

Cornell community members may check out the camera to help identify home efficiency needs.

Lake Source Cooling pipes inside the central facility

Cornell University | May 10, 2017

Cornell’s Lake Source Cooling facility has been in operation for over 15 years, providing the campus with low-carbon, clean cooling, direct from Cayuga Lake. Learn how the LSC project has remained one of the most significant environmental initiatives ever undertaken by an American university to promote a sustainable future.