Office of Sustainability Projects

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This collection contains projects done by students, staff, and faculty to advance sustainability at UMD. Projects were sometimes done as part of a class, Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program or University Honors project, or internship. Projects date from 2009 to 2023. Themes include:

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An Assessment of Nighttime Lighting Conditions on the Campus of the University of Minnesota-Duluth
(2010) Parent, Thomas; Kuhlke, Olaf
Duluth Shines! Projects for Spring 2020
(2017)
The Energy Consumption of Fume Hoods at the University of Minnesota-Duluth
(2011-06-14) Engman, Evan
Feasibility of Installing a Solar Air Heater at the Natural Resources Research Institute
(2015) Knutsen, Carsten
Feasibility of Installing Solar Panels at UMD
(2013-10-15) Davey, Sean; Ricks, Jacob; Kriel, Sarah; Powell, Megan
Feasibility of photovoltaic (PV) systems on UMD Campus
(2015) Bray, Jacob
Hair Dryers, Gaming Systems, and Fans: Engaging an Online Social Psychology Class in an Energy Competition for Residence Halls
(2015-10-26) LaCaille, Lara; Granley, Mindy
How Much and How Much Better? A Case Study of Zero-Net Energy Housing in Northern Minnesota
(2022) Carlson, Sam; Wagner, Rachel; Korpi, Jonna; Caswell, Deja; Karmaker, Leah; Snow, Madeline
Greenhouse gas emissions, the most prevalent being CO2, methane, and nitrous oxide are collecting in the atmosphere and impacting all organisms that reside on this planet. We have the resources, knowledge, and technology to reduce these emissions, thereby slowing, stopping, and even reversing the negative impacts if we move quickly and make the big investments needed to make a difference. Each sector can make significant contributions to reducing emissions and this paper models the energy, financial, and CO2 savings of a net-zero residential home design in a very cold climate (northern Minnesota, USA) compared with the same design built to current Minnesota Residential Energy Code minimums. Results of the modeling and next steps are discussed.
Sustainability Recommendations for the Natural Resources Research Institute
(2015) Detjen, Matt
UMD Greenhouse Gas Inventory
(2018-05) Peterson, Linda
UMD's Community Solar Garden Subscription
(2023) Fitzgerald, Sara
Valuation of Energy Efficient Investments by Duluth Landlords and Tenants
(University of Minnesota Duluth, 2020) Haynes, Monica; Chiodi Grensing, Gina; McIntosh, Christopher; Olafson, Tommy; Brand, Nathan; Hockert, Matthew; Badger, Megan
The purpose of this study is to build upon the findings from the BBER’s 2016 study, expand the knowledge base related to the split incentive and its impact on student renters, and address the proposed adjustments to the previous research. Specifically, this investigation addressed the following research questions: 1. Are renters willing to pay more in rent for energy efficient upgrades to be installed in their rental property? 2. What monetary value do renters place on a monthly savings in utility payments? 3. Is there a significant difference between student and non-student renters in these two areas (willingness to pay and value placed on utility savings)? 4. What are landlords willing to pay for various energy efficient upgrades? 5. What portion of the cost for various energy efficient upgrades are landlords willing to pay themselves, and what portion would they expect to pass on to renters? 6. Are there any social or demographic factors that influence renter and/or landlord behaviors in this area?

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