Ecologue

The OSU Building Energy Challenge aims to reduce energy consumption through the combined effects of individual action by occupants of participating buildings. By using no-to-low cost actions such as turning off computers and lights, unplugging non-essential equipment, and replacing incandescent lamps with compact fluorescents (CFLs), we can significantly reduce our energy consumption. And we can […]

With over a hundred users in just a few months, OSU’s new and secure rideshare system, Drive Less Connect, is off to a great start! To help more folks save gas money and reduce carbon emissions into the air, we plan on promoting this fun program heavily throughout Winter and Spring terms. To encourage more […]

The OSU Sustainability Office is looking for a student employee to develop and deliver marketing and outreach material and programs. The Sustainability Office, with two full time staff and three student worker positions, is part of Facilities Services, the department responsible for OSU’s infrastructure development and maintenance. The Sustainability Office serves the broader campus through […]

OSU is taking big steps towards greening operations, from designing energy efficient buildings to purchasing eco-certified cleaning products. Now the university is launching a “Greening IT Initiative” to reduce the environmental impact of information technology on-campus. In getting the initiative off the ground, Lucas Friedrichsen at Information Services assembled a diverse task force to tackle three […]

On December 3rd the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and Corvallis Independent Business Alliance (CIBA) are encouraging Corvallis residents to support the vitality of our local economy by first considering locally owned businesses before making a purchasing decision. To promote this community-wide challenge, over 30 local business are offering substantial discounts and/or treats on December 3rd, so […]

Are you interested in a career in sustainability?  Do you love cities?  Are you looking for an education that will train you to lead cities into a greener future? If your answer is “YES!!” then you should check out the Oregon Leadership in Sustainability (OLIS) Graduate Certificate Program.  The OLIS program is an rigorous immersion […]

A research laboratory at Oregon State University is the first in the nation to integrate an advanced driving simulator with a bicycling simulator! When the two are connected, researchers can collect real-time data on how vehicle operators react in an realistic, three-dimensional roadway environment. Check it out by following this link!

Are you a Corvallis resident with possible energy efficiency upgrades?  If so, now is the time to act! The City of Corvallis has low-interest loans of $2,500 to $10,000 for energy efficiency projects, but funds are only available through December 31, 2011.  Energize Corvallis will host an event on Wednesday, October 19 at 7:00 at […]

Recently we have been replacing halogen lamps with LEDs in select locations throughout campus. Possible locations are first evaluated to determine if there is an acceptable payback period (meaning the lamp pays for itself over time).  The lamp cost, electrical consumption, hours used and possible rebate amounts are used in calculating the payback time.   The […]

Would you like to increase your knowledge of energy saving and sustainable living practices at home? Do you like to meet people, to be part of a team, and to give back to your community? OSU Extension Service Benton County has a volunteer program for you, the Neighborhood Sustainability Steward Volunteer Program. Join our team! To […]