Since 2001, the annual winter closure has been a great energy conservation solution for the campus. Previously voluntary, winter closure became mandatory in 2003 via a program administered jointly by the Department of Sustainability and Energy Management and Zone Management. It targets a two-week shutdown of building heating and ventilation systems, as well as custodial services. The cumulative net energy cost savings since 2001 total $2.5 million.

2011 Recognition & Results

Building Participation

The campus made progress towards its goal of 75% participation (full and partial) during winter closure. This year, 109 buildings fully participated and 59 buildings partially participated. Additionally, 13 buildings increased their participation levels.

Participation Winners

Participation raffle winners include:

  • General Participation Category ($1000 raffle prize): Juniper Building, which houses Computer Information Systems for Human Resources
  • Performance Improvement Category ($1000 raffle prize): Braun Music Center
  • Outstanding Individual Contributor ($500 raffle prize): Scott Hofflander, Trades & Crafts Supervisor in the HVAC Shop. Scott was selected from nominations from Zones Managers for exceptional effort towards this program. Scott will be featured in the next issue of the Cardinal Green Newsletter.

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Click here for 2011 Winter Closure energy saving results

“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others; it is the only means.”
— Albert Einstein
“Every student has a role in the stability of our future. It is this ‘niche’ that grounds our position in what we can do personally for the sustainability of our communities, a niche that begins and evolves here on campus.”
— David Geeter II
Co-President, Students for a Sustainable Stanford
“Students can play a major role in promoting sustainability at Stanford. Since we both live and work on campus, every aspect of our daily lives and behavior can have some impact on campus sustainability.”
— Kevan Christensen
Past Co-President, Students for a Sustainable Stanford
“Students can play a major role in promoting sustainability at Stanford. Since we both live and work on campus, every aspect of our daily lives and behavior can have some impact on campus sustainability.”
— Kevan Christensen
Past Co-President, Students for a Sustainable Stanford
Faculty and staff are in a prime position to create a culture of sustainability throughout the university and beyond.
“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others; it is the only means.”
— Albert Einstein
“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others; it is the only means.”
— Albert Einstein
“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others; it is the only means.”

RESOURCES

  • Click here to view a recording of the 15-minute Turn Off For Break webinar, or simply view the presentation file.
  • Please email questions regarding the campaigns and individual action to the Office of Sustainability at [email protected].