Reduce our carbon footprint
Implemented an energy policy which, coupled with the 10-year capital forecast and the Path to Carbon Neutrality, provided a roadmap to significantly reduce the university’s carbon footprint.
Made major investments in new and sustainable construction and the retro-commissioning of the heating and cooling systems of many existing buildings, as created a funding stream for small energy savings projects.
Reduced OSU’s carbon footprint by over 30 percent per square foot of building space relative to the 2007 baseline
Developed funding and contracting pathways that increase the use of renewable energy.