Energy
Introduction
For most institutions, energy consumption is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, which cause global climate change. Implementing conservation measures and switching to renewable sources of energy can help institutions save money and protect them from utility rate volatility. Renewable energy may be generated locally and allow campuses to support local economic development. Furthermore, institutions can help shape markets by creating demand for cleaner, renewable sources of energy.
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BS in Sustainable Food & Bioenergy
- Montana State University (MT)
The Sustainable Food and Bioenergy Systems (SFBS) B.S. degree program is an exciting, innovative interdisciplinary program from Montana State University that promotes the sustainable production, distribution, and consumption of food …
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Energy Systems Engineering (BS)
- Oregon State University (OR)
OSU-Cascades’ energy systems engineering (ESE) program is a combination of mechanical and industrial engineering core courses supplemented with energy-related and business management courses, and is offered in partnership with Oregon …
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Renewable Energy & Ecological Design (BA)
- Green Mountain College (VT)
A new generation of researchers, architects, engineers and builders is looking at the built environment in a whole new way. Excessive energy use and resource consumption are prompting these pioneers …
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PhD in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Atmosphere/Energy
- Stanford University (CA)
Atmosphere and energy are linked in two primary ways. First‚ fossil-fuel energy contributes directly to air pollution and climate change. Second‚ atmospheric winds‚ solar radiation and precipitation are sources of …
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PhD in Energy, Civil Infrastructure & Climate
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
The objective of the Energy, Civil Infrastructure and Climate (ECIC) program is to educate a cadre of professionals who will be able to analyze from engineering, environmental, economic, and management …
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PhD in Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering
- Washington University in St. Louis (MO)
Candidates for this degree must complete a total of 72 credits beyond the bachelor's degree. A minimum of 36 must be graduate coursework and a minimum of 30 must be …
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Certificate in Renewable Energy
- University of Nevada, Reno (NV)
Designed for professionals in the energy industry, including administrators, engineers, and others impacted by new policies and practices relating to renewable energy, the online graduate certificate in renewable energy covers …
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Certificate in Energy Technology
- SUNY Jefferson Community College (NY)
This program is designed to prepare students for direct entry into a wide variety of jobs throughout the growing energy industry and can further enhance the knowledge of electricians, plumbers, …
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Energy & Sustainability Engineering Certificate
- University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (IL)
The graduate option program in Energy and Sustainability Engineering (EaSE) is designed to provide the components of breadth and depth for students who are enrolled in a departmental masters or …
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Environmental & Energy Law Certificate
- Illinois Institute of Technology (IL)
The Program in Environmental and Energy Law allows JD students to gain in-depth knowledge of this important area of practice. The program provides not only a firm grounding in the …
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Renewable Energy Certificate
- Santa Clara University (CA)
The main goal of this certificate is to introduce students to the field of renewable energy. The intent is to help equip professionals in Silicon Valley with the knowledge that …
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Energy Science, Technology & Policy (MS)
- Carnegie Mellon University (PA)
Carnegie Mellon's Energy Science, Technology and Policy (EST&P) program offers a distinctive Master of Science based in engineering, aligned with new discoveries in science, attuned to sustainability and the environment, …
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LLM Energy & Environment
- Tulane University (LA)
Since 1979, Tulane has taken a lead role in environmental legal education and the training of well-prepared environmental lawyers. Tulane offers a concentration in environmental law at the JD level, …
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LLM in Energy & Environmental Law
- George Washington University (DC)
A minimum of 16 credit hours from the following courses is required. For U.S. law school graduates this requirement must include 4 credits graded on the basis of research paper. …
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LLM in Energy, Environment, & Natural Resources Law
- University of Houston (TX)
The UH Law Center's LLM program in Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Law trains lawyers to handle the complex legal and policy issues that surround three areas: energy production, transportation, …
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Master in Design Studies: Energy & Environments
- Harvard University (MA)
Energy and Environments proposes an architectural agenda for energy in order to tackle 21st century ecological challenges. Upturning the conventional definition of "sustainable design. " which tends to privilege efficiency …
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Master of City & Regional Planning with a Concentration in Energy, Environment, & Sustainability
- The Ohio State University (OH)
This concentration centers on planning issues related to the sustainable development and optimal management of our natural resources, and in particular, problems associated with the sustainable interaction of built and …
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Master of Energy Engineering
- University of Illinois Chicago (IL)
The Master of Energy Engineering program at UIC is a unique, self-contained, fully accredited non-thesis program taught at night. Structured to meet the needs of working students, each course is …
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Master of Engineering in Energy Systems
- University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (IL)
The graduate option program in Energy and Sustainability Engineering (EaSE) is designed to provide the components of breadth and depth for students who are enrolled in a departmental masters or …
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MBA in Energy & Sustainability Studies
- Franklin Pierce University (NH)
The MBA in Energy & Sustainability Studies prepares graduates to assume positions of greater influence within their organizations and to become change agents in corporate and community sustainability practices. The …
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MS in Energy Policy & Climate
- Johns Hopkins University (MD)
The program will prepare the next generation of interdisciplinary professionals to address the challenges of climate change and sustainable energy systems. Graduates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of …
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MEng in Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering
- Washington University in St. Louis (MO)
The principal objective of the Master of Engineering Program is to prepare individuals for professional practice in a broad range of areas by enhancing the skill sets developed in an …
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MS in Sustainable Energy
- Santa Clara University (CA)
Students interested in this major must satisfy the standard admissions criteria used by the School of Engineering, which include an undergraduate degree in a field of engineering (physics degrees will …
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Online MS in Renewable & Clean Energy
- University of Dayton (OH)
University of Dayton's Graduate Renewable & Clean Energy Program enables students to develop energy-reducing design techniques, renewable energy and manufacturing systems, and better forms of solar energy, fuel cells and …
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PSM in Sustainable Energy Systems
- State University of New York at Cortland (NY)
Graduates of the Professional Science Masters (PSM) in Sustainable Energy Systems will be empowered to help make this transformation and help grow the green economy of New York. Through advanced …
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Energy & Sustainability Minor
- University of Houston (TX)
The Energy & Sustainability minor welcomes students from all majors. The program takes an aggressively interdisciplinary approach to the study of sustainable energy systems. It pays special attention to the …
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Interschool Minor in Energy
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (NY)
Rensselaer is uniquely able to offer students in any undergraduate major an opportunity to learn about the wide variety of issues involved in understanding energy. The interschool minor in energy …
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Minor in Energy & Resources
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
The Minor in Energy and Resources offers undergraduates the opportunity to develop basic knowledge and skills to help them address the complex and interdependent issues associated with the interaction of …
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Minor in Energy Studies
- University of Notre Dame (IN)
The Energy Studies Minor is open to undergraduate students in all majors and colleges at the University of Notre Dame. This minor is intended to prepare students to become successful …
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Minor in Renewable Energy Engineering
- University of Maine (ME)
This minor addresses the entire energy cycle from generation, to use, to lasting environmental effects. Students will have access to a brand new renewable energy laboratory equipped with the latest …
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Minor in Sustainability Energy Systems
- Cornell University (NY)
Providing affordable energy to meet the demands of both developed and developing nations without further damaging the natural environment and the Earth's climate system is a Grand Challenge for the …
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Minor in Sustainability, Energy & the Environment (SEE)
- University of Dayton (OH)
The Sustainability, Energy and the Environment (SEE) interdisciplinary minor at the University of Dayton is driven by an engaged group of faculty, staff, students, and community partners focused on undergraduate …
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Sustainable Energy Technology Certificate
- Iowa Western Community College (IA)
Renewable Energy Technology is the wave of the future, and Iowa Western's new certificate program will enable you to get on board with this expanding career field. This certificate program …
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Concentration in Appropriate Technology (MS in Technology)
- Appalachian State University (NC)
Focuses on development and use of sustainable or "green" technologies, with an emphasis on renewable energy systems. The program is widely recognized for the contributions made by faculty and students …
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Concentration in Building Energy Engineering (MS in Technology)
- Appalachian State University (NC)
This concentration is recognized for its emphasis on energy efficient building design, construction, and testing, as well as use of alternative building materials. Focuses on efficient building systems and the …
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Concentration in Renewable Energy (BA/BS Economics)
- University of Maine (ME)
The Renewable Energy Economics Concentration may be taken under either the B. A. in Economics or the BS in Economics. To complete the Renewable Energy Economics Concentration, students complete all …
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Concentration in Renewable Energy Engineering (MS in Technology)
- Appalachian State University (NC)
Designed for individuals with undergraduate degrees in engineering or the physical sciences who are interested in a program with a strong technical emphasis on renewable energy system design, monitoring, and …
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Energy & Sustainability Concentration (MA of Interdisciplinary Studies)
- George Mason University (VA)
This concentration is particularly relevant for students who are pursuing or interested in pursuing careers in energy and environmentally related applications in the law, national and international policy, government, print …
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Energy/ Environment/ Economics (E3) Specialization
- Illinois State University (IL)
IIT's Energy/Environment/Economics (E3) program was developed to respond to the rapidly changing needs of the energy industry by providing the interdisciplinary research and training required to produce a new breed …
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Renewable Energy Concentration (BS Engineering)
- John Brown University (AR)
Renewable energy engineers are pioneering the future of the energy industry. These individuals engage in technological creativity to maximize the energy potential of renewable resources and discover new ways to …
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Renewable Energy Technology Focus (Technology Management)
- Excelsior College (NY)
This program is comprised of three major components: arts and sciences, professional, and additional credit. The professional component includes a professional core, a technology management core, and professional component electives. …
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Sustainability Focus (Electrical & Computer Engineering Bachelor)
- University of Iowa (IA)
ECE students select an Elective Focus Area (EFA) to personalize their curriculum and help prepare them for the type of job or research area they want to pursue. Sustainable electrical …
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Building Efficiency & Sustainable Technology (BEST) Certificate Program
- Norwalk Community College (CT)
The Building Efficiency & Sustainable Technology Certificate Program prepares the students for employment in the field of sustainable building, building performance and energy consumption auditing. Utilizing the latest environmental science, …
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Certificate in Alternative Energy
- New River Community College (VA)
The Alternative Energy Career Studies Certificate is designed for students who are interested in alternative energy. This program begins with the introduction of the fundamentals and safety requirements for alternative …
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Certificate in Alternative Energy Engineering Technology
- Lansing Community College (MI)
This certificate provides entry-level technical knowledge of main stream alternative energy and renewable energy. Course will apply toward completion of other AEET certificate and associate degrees.
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Certificate in Energy Auditing
- Lansing Community College (MI)
Professional Energy Efficiency Technicians are involved in the inventory and evaluation of a wide variety of energy producing systems. Technicians will deal with the integration of building, electrical and HVAC …
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Certificate in Green Buildings: Environmental Design, Energy Management & Performance Based Construction
- Cosumnes River College (CA)
The purpose of this certificate is to develop job skills and an understanding of green strategies for high performance buildings and livable communities. It is focused at students and professionals …
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Geothermal Technician Certificate
- Lansing Community College (MI)
This certificate is intended to prepare students to work as an entry-level geothermal technician. Geothermal technicians are involved in various aspects of the installation and maintenance of all types and …
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Solar Energy Certificate
- College of the Canyons (CA)
The college's solar energy technician certificate program will include 13 units of instruction spread over three courses that can be completed in two to three semesters. The courses are Introduction …
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Solar Energy Technician Certificate
- Lansing Community College (MI)
This certificate is intended to prepare students to work as an entry-level solar energy technician. Solar energy technicians are involved in various aspects of the installation and maintenance of all …
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This tab provides access to data collected through AASHE’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS). STARS is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance. STARS enables meaningful comparisons over time and across institutions using a common set of measurements developed with broad participation from the campus sustainability community.
All responses reference content from reports under the latest version of STARS, version 2.2. AASHE membership and log-in is required.
OP 5: Building Energy Efficiency
- Total performance year site energy consumption per unit of floor area
- Total performance year source energy consumption per unit of floor area
- Percent reduction in total source energy consumption per unit of floor area from baseline
- Description of initiatives to shift individual attitudes and practices in regard to energy efficiency
- Description of energy use standards and controls employed by the institution
- Description of LED lighting and other energy-efficient lighting strategies
- Description of passive solar heating, geothermal systems, and related strategies
- Description of co-generation employed by the institution
- Description of initiatives to replace energy-consuming equipment with high efficiency alternatives
- Website URL - Energy conservation and efficiency program
OP 6: Clean and Renewable Energy
- Percent of total energy consumption from clean and renewable sources
- Website URL - Clean and renewable energy programs
- Percent of electricity from coal
- Percent of electricity from geothermal
- Percent of electricity from hydro
- Percent of electricity from natural gas
- Percent of electricity from nuclear energy
- Percent of electricity from solar photovoltaic
- Percent of electricity from wind
- Percent of electricity from wind
Additional analysis on scores and quantitative fields can be conducted using the STARS Benchmarking Tool.