The OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY is seeking Stanford “building heroes” to participate in the Building Level Sustainability Program.
FAHMIDA AHMED, who heads the Office of Sustainability, estimates that individual actions at Stanford have saved up to 20 percent on electricity bills in some campus buildings. Occupants of 25 buildings have already participated in the program, and Ahmed is looking to add another 25 buildings this year.
What can individuals do? Among the recommended conservation measures are buying “smart” power strips with the help of rebates, installing appliance timers, using compact fluorescent light bulbs and disconnecting unneeded overhead lights.
The savings can be substantial and can make schools eligible for savings through improved Energy Conservation Incentive Program performance. To sweeten the deal, the first 10 buildings that sign up will be entered into a raffle for a building-wide party.
To help heroes be—well—heroic, the Office of Sustainability offers a class called “Sustainable Office Spaces.” All participants earn a Sustainable Stanford certificate and qualify for a Healthy Living BeWell Berry. In addition, student interns trained by the Office of Sustainability are available to help implement conservation steps.
To become a hero or learn more about the program, contact JIFFY VERMYLEN in the Office of Sustainability or visit the website.
