Rankings for April Energy Fest's Dorm Competition as of 4/7

Here are the rankings for energy reduction in all the dorms on campus--as of Thursday 4/7. We've reached the end of the first week of the competition--only one more week to step up your game and reduce your consumption! Make sure you tell all your hallmates and friends to be conscious of their usage as well! A party with President Roth and free metal travel coffee mugs await you... if you beat out the formidable Nics 5-6 who are currently dominating!

1. Nics 5, 5.5 & 6

2. WestCo 3 & 4

3. Nics 7

4. Butt B

5. Butt A

6. Hewitt

7. Clark

8. Butt C

9. Lo & Hi Rise

10. WestCo 1 & 2

11. Senior Fauver

12. Freshman Fauver

Energy Competition Rankings as of 4/6

The Nics continue their impressive run in energy saving today. However, WestCo 3 &4 is edging in on their lead--beating out Nics 7 and almost catching up to the frugal Nics 5, 5.5 & 6! Keep up the good work WestCo 3 & 4 ...and maybe encourage your neighbors at WestCo 1 & 2 to step up their game...

1. Nics 5, 5.5, 6

2. WestCo 3 & 4

3. Nics 7

4. Butt B

5. Butt A

6. Hewitt

7. Clark

8. Butt C

9. Lo & Hi Rise

10. WestCo 1 & 2

11. Senior Fauver

12. Freshman Fauver

Day Four Rankings April Energy Fest's Dorm Competition!!

We've got the rankings for the fourth day of April Energy Fest's Inter-dorm Competition! It looks like the Nics are doing consistently well so far and that both Fauvers need to step their game up!

Rankings (as of 4/5):

1. Nics 5, 5.5 & 6

2. Nics 7

3. Butt B

4. Butt A

5. Butt C

6. Clark

7. Hewitt

8. WestCo 3&4

9. Hi & Lo Rise

10. WestCo 1 & 2

11. Senior Fauver

12. Freshman Fauver

Make sure that you not only work to reduce your own energy consumption but that you remind your hallmates to reduce their usage as well--you'll all benefit from the win!

Rankings for April Energy Fest's Inter-Dorm Competition!

Which dorm has seen the highest % reduction in their energy usage since the start of April Energy Fest?

Wesleyan's Inter-dorm Energy Competition kicked off on April 1st (and lasts until April 14th) and below are the rankings thus far! This data was compiled by Physical Plant over the past three days and will be continually updated throughout the two week competition. The winners will be announced shortly after the last day of the competition and will result in cool prizes and an awesome party for the winning dorm on Tuesday, April 19th.

Rankings (as of April 4th)
1. Nics 5, 5.5 & 6
2. Butt A
3. Butt B
4. Clark
5. Nics 7
6. Butt C
7. Lo Rise & Hi Rise
8. Westco 3 & 4
9. Hewitt
10. Westco 1 & 2
11. Freshman Fauver
12. Senior Fauver


Check back for updates and make an effort to reduce your consumption so you can bring pride to your dorm!

**This data controls for square footage of the dorms and the daily outside temperature. It also controls for specific dorm irregularities and inherent inefficiencies by comparing the percent reduction to a baseline figure of daily energy consumption for each dorm that was calculated during the weeks prior to the competition. Email us at wesustainability.gmail.com with any questions, clarifications or suggestions.

Do it in the Dark Winners & Losers for January 2011

We've calculated the winners and losers for Do it in the Dark for January! Congratulations to the housemates of 6 Fountain Avenue and 37 Home Ave! Residents of both these houses will each receive a gift certificate to a restaurant of your choice.

This data is calculated in BTUs of energy/HDD/Square Ft... so it controls for temperature outside (HDD = heating degree day) and the size of your house (sq footage). The second category (most improved) is included because some houses have historically seemed to function at a higher level of efficiency than others, so we attempt to control for this by comparing a house's energy usage this month with the same month, the previous year.

Houses that had the least overall energy consumption:
1. **6 Fountain**
2. 64 Fountain
3. 10 Fountain A & B
4. 37 Home
5. 54 Home

Highest % Decline in Energy Usage From Previous Year:
1. **37 Home**
2. 6 Fountain
3. 7 Fountain
4. 64 Fountain
5. 54 Home Ave


LOSERS :(

Most Overall Consumption:
2 Fountain Ave
27 Brainard Ave
29 Miles Ave
231-233 Pine Street
51 Fountain Ave

Highest % Increase in Energy Usage:
2 Fountain
240 Washington Street
265 Pine Street
96 Lawn Ave
109 Cross Street

We attack the winners and losers of Do it in the Dark

Do it in the Dark from Wesustainability on Vimeo.

Saving Energy in Your Dorm

Intrigued by the Wesleyan Energy Monitors? Interested in more ways to save energy in your dorm? Read on...

Energy monitors have appeared in residence halls across the Wesleyan campus this year, prompting mild curiosity and some confusion.

The Basics:

• Wesleyan Energy Monitors (WEMs) measure total energy consumption in BTUs per square foot.
• They display consumption on a 24-hour cycle. When you look at a WEM you see the total energy used between 12am that morning and the current time.
• You also see the total amount of carbon that is being released into the atmosphere due to this energy usage.
• Paying attention to your usage can help your dorm win a !GRAND ENERGY PRIZE!

For more information on the inspiration behind the program, see this informative Argus article.

Saving Energy:

Dorm life presents a unique opportunity for students to learn to regulate their energy consumption. Take advantage of this transition period, or risk dreading your monthly utility bill after graduation. That 24/7 decorative lighting, constantly turned-on laptop, and hot water laundry cost more than you think- for your paycheck and for the environment.

TIP #1 USE THE BRIGHT CLOTHES LAUNDRY CYCLE

The bright clothes cycle, also known as the cold wash/ cold rinse cycle uses over 90% less energy than hot water and warm water cycles.

Price per load (electricity), based on water temperature Wash/Rinse Setting Electrical Use kWh/load Cost per load Cost per year Hot / Warm 4.5 kWh 68¢ $265 Warm / Warm 3.5 kWh 53¢ $206 Hot / Cold 2.8 kWh 42¢ $165 Warm / Cold 1.9 kWh 29¢ $112 Cold / Cold 0.3 kWh 4¢ $16 Table is electrical cost only (excludes the cost of water, often 22¢/load). Top-loading washer. Electricity @ 15¢/kWh, water heated electrically. See how this was calculated.

You can maximize the cleaning potential of the cold water cycle by using laundry detergent specifically formulated for cold water use. To be especially healthy and environmentally friendly, choose concentrated laundry detergent free of petroleum distillates, phosphates, fragrances and dyes.

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Table is credited to http://michaelbluejay.com/electricity/laundry.html