University of Colorado Archives - Environment+Energy Leader

Getting It Done: Ent Center for the Arts Scores LEED Gold, Solar Windows Help

February 16, 2018August 2, 2019 by Jennifer Nastu

UC Colorado Springs has opened its first purpose-built performing and visual arts center; the 92,000-square-foot facility nabbed LEED certification at the Gold level for elements including

State Policies Effective In Reducing CO2

September 25, 2014April 19, 2022 by Ken Jennison

Different strategies used by states to reduce power plant emissions – such as emission caps and encouraging renewable energy – are both effective, according to a study by the University of Colorado. The findings are particularly relevant since the EPA’s proposed Clean Power Plan depends on individual states effectively cutting ... Read more »

Report: Combined-Cycle Plants Release Far Less CO2 Than Coal

January 10, 2014January 10, 2014 by Leon Walker

Power plants that use natural gas and a new technology to squeeze more energy from the fuel release far less CO2 than coal-fired power plants do, according to research by NOAA and the University of Colorado, Boulder. The so-called “combined cycle” natural gas power plants also release significantly less nitrogen ... Read more »

EPA Launches Online Green Sports Resource Directory

August 27, 2013 by Jessica Lyons Hardcastle

The EPA has launched an online Green Sports Resource Directory that it says can help teams, venues and leagues save money and reduce carbon pollution, and improve waste management, water and energy conservation, and other sustainability efforts. Additionally, the new directory contains information that can help teams gain recognition for ... Read more »

CU Boulder Installs On-Site Solar

January 29, 2013April 5, 2022 by Tamar Wilner

Panasonic Eco Solutions North America has completed a 500 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation installation at the University of Colorado Boulder. The system was developed and built by Panasonic with local support from Lighthouse Solar. Financing was provided by a subsidiary of Renewable Social Benefits Fund, which works with ... Read more »

E+E Leader delivered to your inbox

E+E Leader delivered to your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter