Sustainability at the University of Rochester – provided to you by Facilities & Services
Hey, UR students! Are you interested in a behind the scenes look at the University’s sustainable efforts? In celebration of Earth Day (4/22), University Facilities and Services is offering… Facilities Offering an Earth Week Tour for Students
A while back we were approached by former UR student, Nicholas James. Since moving on from the University, Nicholas spent time volunteering to install wind turbines in rural communities in… Empowering Communities with Renewable Energy
These past few months, undoubtedly, many have sought warmth and relief from the outside air within the University of Rochester campus buildings. Many years ago, the University heated those buildings… Steam Green: Cogen Plant a Sustainable Alternative
The holiday season is a very special time of year to engage in festivities and show others we care. However, the environment is often left in the wake of the end-of-year excitement. Christmas lights that illuminate… An Ecofriendly End of the Year
In 2013, O’Brien Hall, one of the newer residence halls on campus, was awarded LEED Gold Certification. While this may seem on the surface may seem minimal, the reality is… Student’s Corner