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Reach for the ENERGY STAR

Northwestern is committed to reducing energy use on its campuses and is proud to be an ENERGY STAR® partner. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) voluntary program that helps businesses and individuals save money and protect our climate through superior energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR identifies and promotes energy efficient products, homes, and buildings. The program also offers tools and information that enable greater energy efficiency. Northwestern uses one of these tools, ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, to track energy and water consumption in campus buildings. The University can use this data to set goals for reducing use and track progress toward those goals. Northwestern also takes energy efficiency into account when purchasing the appliances and electronics that go into campus facilities, and the ENERGY STAR label helps to identify best-in-class products for energy efficiency.

Students, faculty, and staff can also save energy with ENERGY STAR. Here are some ways to get involved and learn more.

  • Look for the ENERGY STAR when purchasing products such as appliances, electronics, and office equipment. ENERGY STAR products are independently certified to save energy without sacrificing features or functionality.
  • Get ENERGY STAR tips on the most effective strategies for saving energy at home, or use the ENERGY STAR Home Advisor to get custom recommendations for your home.
  • Take the ENERGY STAR pledge to commit to energy saving actions that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help protect our climate.
  • Get involved in Northwestern’s Green Office Program. This program offers guidance on actions you can take to make your workplace more sustainable, including tips on how you can improve energy efficiency with ENERGY STAR.