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News

Bright lights, big impact

Sending his eyes across the Bright Hockey Center ’s broad expanse, Jason Waldron marvels at how much better the place looks. Waldron, Harvard Athletics ’ facilities manager, knows that the super-efficient bulbs he installed earlier this...
Research Highlight

Teaching Climate Change to Skeptics

Shifting the debate about climate change from a political discussion to a practical conversation about risk and reward.

Food mpg chart
How To

5 steps to reduce your carbon footprint and improve your MPG

Gary Adamkiewicz, senior research scientist at HSPH, discusses the nuances of food miles and their impact on our climate.

Host an annual freezer cleanout
How To

Host an Annual Freezer Cleanout

Did you know that -80 freezers are the most energy intensive type of “plug load” equipment in a laboratory environment?

Make wise freezer purchasing decisions
How To

Make wise freezer purchasing decisions

Resident Action List
How To

Harvard University Housing Resident Action List

Harvard University Housing residents: Help make your space more sustainable by taking these simple actions!

Turn off the lights
Video

Turn off the Lights

A sustainability music video produced by Harvard University students. 

Green Tip

Reduce Monitor Brightness to Reduce Energy

A Green Tip from Harvard Law School energy manager Eric Potkin

Cut your Carbon Keep Cool
How To

7 ways to keep cool and cut the carbon

On days when you can’t escape to the beach to cool off, try these top seven energy saving tips to keep your home cool and save money for fun summer activities.

Cut your Carbon Keep Cool
Poster

Keep Cool and Cut the Carbon

Download this poster as a helpful reminder on ways to reduce your environmental impact while using an air conditioner.