The 2010 Residence Energy Conservation Challenge

Dalhousie residences are competing against each other and universities in the Maritimes in the 2010 Residence Energy Conservation Challenge - Jan. 17 until Feb 20th. The goal – reduce as much electricity has possible. The prize – doing the right thing and a maritime prize of $200 for the biggest loser. Building electricity meters will be used to verify reductions. Visit our site every week on Tuesday to see who is winning by reducing.  Check the UPEI’s sustainability site to see how Dal is comparing to other Universities and for details on the Challenge.

 

News

A Sign of the Times
December 17, 2009
Dalhousie President Tom Traves signs his name to the University and College Presidents' Climate Change Statement of Action.

Campus Wide Lighting Upgrade
December 08, 2009

Over the next year, Dalhousie will broaden its energy saving efforts and select a partner to change out lighting in academic and office buildings.

A Greener Commute
December 08, 2009
Dalhousie is doing its part by developing alternate transportation programs dedicated toward becoming a more sustainable campus.

Making the Green Grade
October 14, 2009
Dalhousie's score improves in the 2009 College Sustainability Report Card.

Fostering a Bike Culture at Dalhousie
October 07, 2009
Dalhousie opened its Campus Bike Centre October 8th!

Events

Environment Canada’s 2010 IYB Nature Matters! Contest
January 28, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Submit written or video essays that answer the following question: Why is Nature important to you?

2009-2010 Act NOW! National Playwriting Competition
March 31, 2010 - March 31, 2010
Submission Deadline: March 31st, 2009.

CPAWS NS Launches Annual Photo Contest and Blue Jean Gala!
December 01, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Deadline: February 28th, 2010