Energy-conscious infrastructure decisions

Gettysburg College is committed to reducing its energy use.

• We purchase renewable energy contracts.  In 2006, fossil fuels accounted for only 53% of our energy, down from 61% in 1996 despite additional buildings and a growing student population. 

• We install Energy Star rated appliances in all buildings. Energy Star is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy that identifies and promotes energy-efficient products to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

• Our high-efficiency Central Energy Plant permits precise management of energy for heating and cooling buildings.

• We have switched to compact fluorescent light bulbs.

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