IN PROGRESS: Temple has reduced energy use in existing building stock by 5% since a FY 2017 baseline.

IN PROGRESS: Energy efficiency projects have been identified and will be funded by the Green Revolving Fund.

IN PROGRESS: The Green Revolving Fund has been created and rebates from energy efficiency projects have been deposited to the fund. Once projects have been completed and energy savings have been verified, utility savings will be deposited to the Green Revolving Fund.

ACHIEVED: ASHRAE 90.1 - 2019 is Temple University’s mechanical and electrical standard. LEED Silver certification or the equivalent is Temple University’s architectural standard for new construction and major renovations. Both ASHRAE and LEED promote established sustainable practices which limit dependency on fossil fuels.

ACHIEVED: All major construction and renovation projects require input and approval from the energy team.

 IN PROGRESS: Temple University released a Request for Proposals from renewable energy developers in 2019.  This project has been temporarily put on hold due to market uncertainty.