Document Type
Paper
Abstract
What is the largest possible reduction in Calvin College’s annual energy costs from a $5M initial investment in renewable energy? Renewable energy systems are essential for Calvin College to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve carbon neutrality to meet the Carbon Commitment that President Le Roy signed in December 2017. Also, a significant cost reduction could be a positive result of transitioning to renewable energy sources such as geothermal, wind, solar, and biomass. Four renewable energy sources were studied throughout the semester to determine a feasible renewable energy plan for Calvin with a $5M investment.
Publication Date
12-18-2018
Recommended Citation
Cooper, Alexander; Diekema, Katie; Fasipe, Grace; Sugijanto, Daniella; DeJonge, Alec; Dykhuis, Timothy; Kooiman, Breanna; Olson, Samuel; Boice, Brennan; Gustman, Tyler; Norton, Daniel; VanWhye, Christopher; Capozzoli, Robert; Minderhoud, Jared; Richeson, Clark; and Schuyten, Nathan, "2018 Fall ENGR333 Project Final Report (Section B)" (2018). ENGR 333. 30.
https://digitalcommons.calvin.edu/engr_333/30
Included in
Environmental Engineering Commons, Environmental Health and Protection Commons, Power and Energy Commons, Sustainability Commons
Comments
Three other students from Section A of the class also contributed.