Sonoma State U Completes 4 MW Photovoltaic System
Designed as canopies that cover approximately 255,000 square feet of parking lot space, the new 4.1- megawatt solar plus 1.55 megawatt-hours storage project is part of a 30-year contract that shields the university from utility price volatility.
Ohio Wesleyan U to Connect 6 MW Solar System & 2 MW Battery Storage Facility
Installation on a 6-megawatt solar photovoltaic system and a 2-megawatt energy battery storage facility covering 5.2 acres on campus began this summer and will become operational in October 2027. In this public-private partnership, the university paid no out-of-pocket costs for the solar project. If the system produces more power than the campus needs, the university is given credit on future electricity purchases.
AASHE Recognizes 28 STARS Certified Professionals
AASHE's newest cohort of STARS data quality certified professionals are trained to contribute to high-quality and accurate STARS reporting. Twenty-eight individuals from three countries completed the spring 2026 training and certification.
Imperial College London Launches Sustainability Strategy
The recently published plan aims to minimize the university’s footprint by achieving net‑zero in direct emissions by 2040, cutting indirect emissions, and embedding sustainable practices; and maximize its positive "handprint" through education, research and innovation that support global sustainability transitions.
