Residence Challenge 2010
Jan 18th - March 7th |
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Ohio University: Bright Ideas for Saving Electricity Since 1804.
It’s that time of year again…Residence Challenge is upon us! Rally your hall to reduce energy consumption and win an all expense paid trip to Cedar Point! For the next seven weeks, Ohio University residence hall participants will compete to reduce energy consumption.
Make conscientious decisions such as turning off air conditioners or using the “fan” mode, turning off computers when not in use, and flipping off light switches when you leave a room, you will be able to reduce energy use while preserving natural resources and cutting costs.
Why target residence halls?
• Consuming resources 24/7
• 97.8% of students agree with the statement, “OU should conserve energy.”
• Students often don't know how!
• 50% of students still feel it is their right to consume as many resources as they want.
• Opportunities for partnering with Residential Housing.
Weekly Results -
Each week, hall rankings will be posted and updated!
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Previous years' results: 2009, 2008, 2007.
What resources are available to Residence Challenge participants?
The Office of Sustainability has many resources available for you to use for the duration of the Residence Challenge. Please contact the Office of Sustainability for print-outs or more information.
Residence Challenge Door Post-Its
RA's: Let your residents know if they've been caught green-handed...or could use some improvement.
Become Green Crib Certified! Download a Green Crib self-audit checklist for your residence hall room here. After the audit, contact us for a pledge card and an entry into a prize drawing!
Exchange your incandescent for a FREE CFL! Write to sustainability@ohio.edu for a supply of CFL bulbs to exchange door-to-door in your residence hall.
Download a copy of our ReGeneration or Residence Challenge 2010 posters. (PDF)
 
What can you do to reduce your energy consumption?
Three easy, targeted energy actions:
1. Shut down your computer after use. For more green computing tips, check out the Green PC Guide.
2. Turn off your A/C or use the "fan" mode. Many residence halls are overheated during the winter; make sure to turn your A/C to "fan" mode if your window does not open.
3. Turn off lights when they are not in use. Lighting accounts for at least 25% of electricity consumption in your building.
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