Sustainability Office

Ugly Sweater Day a success

Ugly Sweater Day a success

The Okanagan Sustainability Office thanks everyone who participated in the Power of You Ugly Sweater Day on Friday, February 28.

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Power of You Ugly Sweater Day organized for Feb. 28

Power of You Ugly Sweater Day organized for Feb. 28

Wear your favorite “ugly” or “comfy cozy” sweater to work and learn about campus energy conservation

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Resolve to “Lose a Kilowatt” in 2014. Participate in the Heater Swap-Out Program.

By swapping out a ceramic heater with a radiant heater you can save the Okanagan campus 1,224 kWh and $89.32 over a 23-week period.

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Cold water washing reduces energy in Nicola Residence

Cold water washing reduces energy in Nicola Residence

Students in the Nicola Residence participated in the inaugural Do It In Cold Water pilot project from September 9 to December 2, 2013.

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Have a ceramic heater in the office? Participate in the Heater Swap-Out Program

The Heater Swap-Out Program encourages alternative space heating behaviours such as and more energy efficient heating options.

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Power of You Bundle Up event a huge success

Power of You Bundle Up event a huge success

The Okanagan Sustainability Office would like to thank everyone who participated in November’s Power of You Bundle Up event. Over 120 faculty, staff and students attended to learn more about energy efficiency tips for staying warm while keeping energy consumption to a minimum during the winter months.

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Power of You Lights Out challenge results

Power of You Lights Out challenge results

Based on the number of audited spaces, the campus participation rate was an impressive 48.9 per cent.

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The Lights Out Challenge is today

The Lights Out Challenge is today

An Earth-Hour practice session.

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The Lights Out Challenge begins on October 16

The Lights Out Challenge begins on October 16

Power of You campaign introduces energy conservation challenge

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Power of You kick-off organized for October 1

Power of You kick-off organized for October 1

CFL bulb vs. incandescent bulbs – which reduces energy consumption? Find out at the PoU Kick-Off.

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