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Site Offers Recruiting Tools for Green Job Seekers
Two Penn State environmental groups are joining forces to create a site that introduces students to green organizations, and provide them with tools to green up their resumes and attract environmentally focused employers. More >>
Energy Conservation Policy Adopted
Penn State has adopted a wide-ranging Energy Conservation Policy (AD 64) designed to lower the University's energy consumption through employee and student action. More >>
Tip of the Month
Switch to Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
Compared to incandescent bulbs, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) emit the same amount of light, last 8 - 10 years longer and consume 75% less electricity. Today's modern CFLs don't have the flicker and humming of the first generation of the curled bulbs, so you get the same light for less electricity. According to the EPA's Energy Star Program, the most savings will result from using CFLs where they will be on for longer periods of time, at least 15 minutes per usage. So at a desk is better than in a closet. For more information, visit Energy Star’s CFL Buyer’s Guide
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Compared to incandescent bulbs, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) emit the same amount of light, last 8 - 10 years longer and consume 75% less electricity. Today's modern CFLs don't have the flicker and humming of the first generation of the curled bulbs, so you get the same light for less electricity. According to the EPA's Energy Star Program, the most savings will result from using CFLs where they will be on for longer periods of time, at least 15 minutes per usage. So at a desk is better than in a closet. For more information, visit Energy Star’s CFL Buyer’s Guide
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