This past fall break, three Eastern Mennonite University students and a community member piled into a car for an eight-hour road trip to go see – weeds. Not just any ... read more about Alumni-founded network fosters sustainability initiatives
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Virginia Senator honored by Sierra Club in ceremony near EMU’s array of solar panels
A local Republican state senator has received an award from what some may see as an unlikely source. Sen. Emmett Hanger, R-Mount Solon, was awarded a Legislative Leadership Award by ... read more about Virginia Senator honored by Sierra Club in ceremony near EMU’s array of solar panels
EMU sustainability efforts recognized by statewide climate action campaign
A new campaign highlighting steps taken by institutions and local governments across Virginia to cut carbon emissions brought a crowd to Eastern Mennonite University for a panel discussion on the ... read more about EMU sustainability efforts recognized by statewide climate action campaign
Sun Shines On EMU Solar Panels
Sunnier-than-expected days over the past six months have led to Eastern Mennonite University’s solar power system soaking in more energy than anticipated. During the first six months of 2012, the ... read more about Sun Shines On EMU Solar Panels
EMU Library’s Solar Energy System Exceeds Targets
A solar power system with a capacity of 104 kilowatts installed on the roof of the Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) Sadie Hartzler Library exceeded its performance goals for the period ... read more about EMU Library’s Solar Energy System Exceeds Targets
Cedarwood Dorm Winning Gold with Solar
Eastern Mennonite University’s (EMU) Cedarwood residence hall is winning gold by going solar. The Plumbing & Mechanical magazine has featured the first LEED certified gold residence hall in the state ... read more about Cedarwood Dorm Winning Gold with Solar
EMU Sustainability Video Wins National Award
Eastern Mennonite University has been honored as a winner of the National Wildlife Federation’s annual competition “Chill Out: Climate Action on Campus.” This award program recognizes U.S. schools that are ... read more about EMU Sustainability Video Wins National Award
Harrisonburg Tax Exemption Vote Gives Incentive for Solar Power
Harrisonburg City Council Tuesday night (Mar. 8) passed an ordinance offering a 100% exemption from local taxes for solar power installations, helping the city to join 13 other localities in ... read more about Harrisonburg Tax Exemption Vote Gives Incentive for Solar Power
EMU To Host Largest Solar Project in Virginia
EMU’s partnership with Secure Futures, LLC, a Staunton-based solar energy developer, is gaining momentum as a solar photovoltaic array is being installed on the roof of (EMU’s Sadie Hartzler Library). ... read more about EMU To Host Largest Solar Project in Virginia
‘Earth Week’ Events Include Forums and Speaker Joe Stanley
EMU will observe Earth Week with a number of local events including guest speaker Joe Stanley of Virginia Interfaith Power & Light, who will speak on ‘Energy Use and Its ... read more about ‘Earth Week’ Events Include Forums and Speaker Joe Stanley