Heat Pump Water Heaters
Every year US Colleges and Universities spend almost 10% of their energy use on water heating. By implementing energy efficient […]
Retro-commissioning: A Resource for Building Owners and Operators
Retro-commissioning (RCx) is the process of improving how existing building equipment and systems function together. Depending on the age of […]
Beyond 2020: Net Zero Planning
At SEDAC, we’re looking forward to putting 2020 behind us and moving towards a more hopeful future! As you set […]
Emissions Inventory Spreadsheet Template
Check out SEDAC’s Net Zero Emissions Inventory Spreadsheet for Community Colleges. This is the spreadsheet that SEDAC uses to develop […]
Heartland Community College Net Zero Plan
Heartland Community College has an impressive sustainability record. Their accomplishments include the installation of a 1.65 MW wind turbine, geothermal […]
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
To address the challenges of rising gas prices, climate change, and dwindling fossil fuel resources, policymakers point to electrification as […]
Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) Guide
Many organizations are considering adding solar to their electricity mix. This guide discusses power purchase agreements (PPA) for the procurement […]
John A. Logan College Pool Cover Case Study
John A. Logan College (JALC) has a history of implementing energy efficiency improvements to reduce energy costs and to demonstrate […]
Collecting data for emissions inventory
Image source: University of Illinois 2015 Climate Action Plan Collecting data for emissions inventory Once your college has established parameters […]
Creating a Climate Action Team
A Net Zero Planning process will be more successful if it is supported by strong leadership and involves collaboration throughout […]