Northwestern University
Evanston,
Illinois
Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence - Energy Management
Northwestern University is an institution of higher education. In 2023, Northwestern University expanded its engagement with the campus community and the ENERGY STAR® program to advance energy conservation. Key 2023 accomplishments include:
- Decentralizing the campus’s central utility plant, aimed toward an expected 20% reduction in natural gas use.
- Launching a new Green Labs certification program that leverages ENERGY STAR guidance and resources, engaging 135 researchers across 15 labs.
- Creating a Guide to Energy Savings for Homeowners and Renters to support the campus community in saving energy and money at home.
- Highlighting ENERGY STAR at events for new students and on campus tours.
- Initiating an upgrade to air handling units at the Tarry Research and Education Building that will improve heat recovery.
- Implementing additional energy conservation measures as part of a multiyear, campus-wide energy management partnership with Ameresco.