- High cost of wind energy and need to address financing beyond 2011
- Dependence on steam heat from a multi-year contract expiring in 2017
- Aging refrigeration system in ice rinks
- Increased energy consumption from student-owned electronics and overall increased electronic use
- Need to address transportation reliance on single-occupancy vehicles
Augsburg College
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2001-2008 reporting, Augsburg College disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 25.2K metric tons of CO₂e in FY 2007. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
25.2K metric tons of CO₂e in FY 2007
2001-2008
Renewable Energy
95% in 2010 (excluding streetlights and parking lots)
of total energy
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emissions by approximately 40% in 2008 by switching to 100% wind energy (excluding streetlights and parking lots)
- Implemented active recycling program, composting of yard and dining hall waste
- Eliminated trays in dining hall to reduce water use and food waste
- Implemented energy reduction contests in residence halls
- Installed energy-efficient lights and appliances
- Offered 50% discount on transit passes for faculty, staff, and students
- Increased use of local and sustainable food in dining services
- Used 30% post-consumer recycled paper in copiers and printers
- Used low-flow fixtures and eco-friendly cleaning chemicals
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce campus electricity consumption by 5% (Auggies Go Green)
- Complete feasibility study on ice rink refrigeration system by end of 2011
- Implement energy efficient measures throughout campus
📅 Medium-term
- Establish definite plan by 2015 to produce renewable energy to replace steam
- Increase commuting by transit, walking, biking, and carpool by 50% by 2019
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2019
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental SustainabilitySocial ResponsibilityEducational Opportunities