Mount Ida Campus Named a 2022 Mass Save Climate Leader
Campus reduced its energy consumption by nearly 12% this year
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In recognition of its efforts to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst has earned a 2022 Mass Save® Climate Leader Award.
“We are proud that the sponsors of Mass Save have recognized the efforts UMass Amherst has undertaken on our Mount Ida Campus to help make Massachusetts more energy efficient and reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Jeff Cournoyer, managing director of the Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst.
The campus achieved its climate-leading status by reducing energy consumption by nearly 12% through projects including adding temperature controls and building management systems, updating roadway lighting and installing energy-efficient LED lights to campus post tops, Mass Save sponsors said.