#EnergizeGU
Energy is at the heart of everything we do–it heats and cools our buildings, lights our homes, gets us where we need to go, and so much more. However, energy comes with a large environmental and energy cost. Increasing Georgetown’s energy efficiency means we reduce greenhouse gas emissions and total energy usage, while still powering our buildings and vehicles.
As part of our Catholic, Jesuit mission to “Care for Our Common Home,” we have embraced energy-efficiency as a commitment and collaborative effort. Energy-efficiency opportunities are everywhere across our campuses, and everyone can play a role. From upgrading over 70,000 lightbulbs across campus with environmentally friendly LEDs to a multi year project replacing underground piping on Healy lawn, we are working every day to build a more energy-efficient future for all Hoyas.
Every October, we celebrate our annual #EnergizeGU campaign to spotlight and promote energy efficiency across our campus.
Upcoming Events
10/1-10/31: Energy Olympics
First-year residence halls will compete to reduce electricity usage through the Energy Olympics, a competition designed to raise awareness about residential electricity consumption and promote sustainable energy practices. Prizes will be awarded to the residence hall that achieves the greatest reductions in electricity consumption during the designated competition period, as well as select participants.
10/2: Alumni Panel & Networking
An energy industry-focused alumni panel and networking session will provide both an educational forum and an opportunity for professional development to interested students, faculty, and staff.
10/8: Georgetown Energy Innovation Competition
The Georgetown Energy Innovation Competition invites students to present their energy-saving ideas for a chance to see them implemented on campus. The winning team has the opportunity to intern with ENGIE to implement their idea!
10/14: Energy Projects Tour
A guided tour will showcase the energy efficiency measures being implemented throughout Georgetown, such as the cooling towers, Healy & Copley Lawn Utilities Project, ICC Roof Replacement & Solar Panel Project, and Arrupe Heat Recovery Chiller.
10/20: Energy Trivia Night
Join us at Energy Trivia Night to test your knowledge on the history of energy and sustainability in DC and at Georgetown.
Red Square Tabling
Visit us at our #EnergizeGU table at the Farmers Market, offering energy-saving tips, updating Energy Olympics standings, and distributing prizes to #EnergizeGU competition winners.
Energy Instagram Trivia
Answer a weekly quiz on the Office of Sustainability Instagram for a chance to win a free giveaway and learn more about our energy projects on our campuses.