GHG, Energy, & Water Management

GHG, Energy, & Water Management

Committed to the Greening of Northeastern University Campuses

Northeastern University is on track to meet our commitment of 80% reduction in Metric Tons of Carbon Equivalent (MTCO2e) emissions from 2005 levels by 2050 on a gross square foot (gsf) basis of facilities-controlled buildings and transportation.  Facilities Management is deeply committed to achieving these goals and plays a significant role in the policies, guidelines, and systems that helps Northeastern accelerate the greening of all its campuses. 

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Sustainability Accomplishments on Campus

 

 

Climate Action Plan for Northeastern University

Northeastern’s 2010 Climate Action Plan stemmed from President Aoun making the University a founding member of the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment and has also led to significant academic leadership and operational investments in sustainability.  This includes being on track to meet our commitment of 80% reduction of Metric Tons of Carbon Equivalent (MTCE) emissions from 2005 levels by 2050 on a gross square foot basis of facilities-controlled buildings

 

CARBON REDUCTION
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39%  

MTCE / 1,000 SF
reduction since 2005

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Metric tons of Carbon Equivalent (MTCE)

 

 

Northeastern’s Climate Action Plan Update

The world has changed a lot since Northeastern’s current Climate Action Plan was developed in 2010.  Anticipating future climate disruptions and connecting sustainability and resilience planning with research, learning, and community-wide engagement is more important than ever.  Through a participatory community process, we are creating a bold new vision and roadmap for climate resilience innovation and sustainability. Northeastern University is already considered carbon neutral through the procurement of carbon-free, renewable energy credits from offsite wind energy generation facilities. The credits are equivalent to the electricity used on our campuses and are comparable to the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced from energy generated onsite for heating and cooling.  Our leadership does not stop here, as we continue to implement new ideas and partner with our community on sustainability and resilience innovations.  Northeastern will continue to offset our emissions while actively investing in reducing onsite energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

 

 

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Learn About our Progress

Energy Management

Energy Management

Northeastern has been a leader in reducing energy use in our buildings through broad energy efficiency investments and active monitoring.

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Sustainability in Design and Construction

Sustainability in Design and Construction

All new buildings and projects incorporate sustainability principles, including a requirement to achieve LEED Gold certification or higher.

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Water Management

Water Management

Northeastern has taken significant steps to reduce water use in our buildings and manage stormwater on campus.

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Project Highlights

LEED Gold Achieved for Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex (ISEC)

The Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex (ISEC) achieved a LEED Gold Certification by adopting a number of measures.

Egan Research Center Retro-Commissioning

A 50% energy reduction was achieved from the 2015 retro-recommissioning and updating of lab spaces with energy efficient systems at the Egan Engineering and Science Research Center.

Behrakis Retro-commissioning

Learn how Northeastern retro-commissioned the Behrakis Health Science Center to achieve optimal energy savings.

Pedestrian Bridge Achieves Envision Bronze Award

The ISEC Pedestrian Bridge (PedX) achieved an Envision Bronze award for sustainable infrastructure. The project enhanced and restored public space along Columbus Avenue and maximized the use of durable materials with recycled content.

Related Links

Sustainability By The Numbers

Sustainability By The Numbers

Learn How Northeastern is embracing environmental sustainability.

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Green House Gas Scorecard

Green House Gas Scorecard

Northeastern is working hard to reduce our Energy and Green House Gas. See how we did!

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Northeastern’s 2010 Climate Action Plan

Northeastern’s 2010 Climate Action Plan

As part of its 2007 signatory commitment to the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC), NU adopted two new policies that are being implemented.

Learn more about Northeastern’s 2010 Climate Action Plan

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