Energy management
Energy saving tips
Remember that the smallest actions contribute to the greatest change.
Power down your computer
Activate your energy saving settings and turn off your computer and monitor at the end of the day.
Take the stairs
Whenever possible, use the stairs instead of the elevator.
Flick off
Turn off the lights when you leave a room.
Dress for the weather
Check the weather before you leave and make sure to dress in layers.
EcoProsperity Program
The EcoProsperity program is a series of energy retrofits on campus designed to reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and help the planet.
District heating and cooling
The University of Ottawa's campus utilizes a district heating and cooling loop. This means all the buildings are connected by tunnels under ground that allows energy to be shared between the power plant and buildings.
Demand Management of Energy (DR3)
During the hottest days of the year, the University is called upon by the Province to reduce its energy consumption to preserve the electrical grid. On these days we implement energy reduction measures which include turning off non-essential lighting and rotating ventilation.