WKU Announces Energy-Conservation Plan

University announces energy-conservation plan (Bowling Green) Western Kentucky University is taking a major step toward becoming more energy conscious. The Bowling Green institution today unveiled a comprehensive plan to reduce power consumption while making a positive impact on the environment. Administrators said the strategy will guide the campus in the responsible use of energy through conservation - as well as efficiency in building design and management, transportation and purchasing. The effort will also expand environmental education and awareness. Officials said the new policy compliments two state-wide initiatives announced in February. The first requires new and renovated public facilities to be designed according to nationally recognized energy efficiency standards. The second requires certain existing state-owned facilities to reduce energy consumption by setting back use of lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning during down periods. (Copyright 2007 Newsroom Solutions, LLC) Delivered by Newsroom Solutions RNS-03-18-09 1722CDT