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Facility Optimization

Facility Optimization

Facilities use energy. In fact, energy is a major factor in the cost of doing business. The Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ BoulderÌýfacility optimization program helps to make our buildingsÌýrun more predictably and cost-effectively.ÌýThrough energy audits, re-commissioning, deferred maintenance and green labs programs, our goalÌýis toÌýoptimizeÌýthe entire system for the long-term.

Intelligent Energy Management

Intelligent Energy Management

Intelligent Energy Management focuses onÌýbidirectional communicationÌýwhich has the potential to transform the relationship of energy supply and demand through digital information. As information technology (IT) redefines the way information is collected, analyzed and utilized, real-time information and data-driven decisions can lead to significant energy conservation.

Renewables

Renewable Energy

Renewables such as solar, wind and biomass willÌýaddress the greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the technical potential energy use.

The proposed micro grid layout on East Campus introduces photo-voltaic generation and battery storage

Energy Resiliency

In an ever changing world, climate change preparedness and energy resiliency is becoming the focus of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder Sustainability Programming.ÌýÌý

Utilities and Energy Services strives to control and reduce energy consumption on Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder’s campus by optimizing campus facilities to stabilize, reduce, and offset energy consumption.ÌýBy conducting energy audits and re-commissioning studies, Energy Management identifies facility improvement measures which will reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Energy management also promotes energy efficiency throughÌýcollaboration with the Facilities Management Organization, as well as providing expertise to University departments and auxiliaries.Ìý

By adhering to a three pronged, scalable approach to Energy Management of facility optimization, intelligent active energy management, and renewables, Utilities and Energy Services is an integral piece of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder’s commitment to sustainability.

Do you have an energy related idea, question or concern? We would love to hear from you!Ìý Please contactÌýFM's Energy Manager: Ellen Edwards, CEM

For utility data requests, please complete our utility service inquiry form.

Did you know

Did you know that the 15 kV Main Campus Microgrid is capable of Islanding off the Xcel feeders and can be powered by the 31 MW Combined Heat and Power, Dual Fuel Turbine located in the West District Energy Plant?

Did you know that since 2011 campus gross square footage has increased by 14% while energy consumption has decreased by 12% per SF?