Building a More Sustainable Campus
The University of Arizona and TEP signed a large-scale renewable energy agreement in August 2019. Now, almost two years after we signed this agreement, we are ready to launch this new initiative.
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University of Arizona Partners with Tucson Electric Power to Cut Carbon Emissions
The University of Arizona and Tucson Electric Power are taking a big step together to help get closer to carbon neutrality.
University of Arizona Awarded Pro Bono Consulting Opportunity to Advance Climate Action Plan
The University of Arizona has been selected as one of six colleges and universities to receive pro bono consulting support through Brailsford & Dunlavey to draft the University's first-ever Sustainability & Climate Action Plan.
Harvesting Sunlight and Plant Power on UArizona's Greenest Building
New solar panels and a rooftop garden on the university's ENR2 building not only generate electricity but also create environmental research opportunities in an ever-expanding desert city.
Tucson Electric Power's Biggest Solar Farm Taking Shape South of the City
The Wilmot Energy Center, a 100-megawatt AC photovoltaic project with 30MW of linked battery storage, is under construction south of Tucson.
UArizona, TEP Partnership Powers Green Roof Project
The second phase of the ENR2 PV+ Rooftop Project wrapped up in December as workers finished the installation of solar panels provided by Tucson Electric Power.
Second Phase of ENR2 Rooftop PV+ Project Underway
Workers began installing the steel columns and beams as part of the second phase of the ENR2 PV+ Rooftop Project on November 3rd.
As Wind Turbine Project Nears Completion, the University Gets Closer to Renewable Energy Goals
By mid-Spring 2021, the University of Arizona will offset all of its scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions with green energy from wind and solar.
University of Arizona Featured as NCSE Member of the Month
The University of Arizona was featured by the National Council for Science and the Environment as its October 2020 Member of the Month.
Compost Cats Pursues Zero Hunger, Zero Waste
Supported by a grant from Fry’s Food Stores through the Kroger Foundation’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Program, Compost Cats is working more closely with the University’s Campus Pantry and has its eyes on a new compost demonstration site.