Energy Conservation

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51 UNI's CEEE presents Solar/Energy Efficiency Tour in five communities on Oct. 4
Public Relations News Release 2009:51, p.1
The home tours will feature: solar hot water systems, photovoltaics (solar electric), ground source heat pumps, insulated concrete form construction and energy efficiency.
52 Expert speaker on 'peak oil' at CEEE Sept. 23
Public Relations News Release 2009:44, p.1
Richard Heinberg, renowned expert on the topic of peak oil will speak at the Center for Energy and Environmental Education. Peak oil is the term used for the point in time in which global oil production has reached its peak, and begins a decline.
53 Tame your home's energy hogs; practical, doable energy-saving tips
Northern Iowa Today 93:2, p.14
CEEE offers advice on reducing energy consumption around the home.
54 Former UNI student designs e-Bike
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.1
Stationary bike uses the back tire to rotate a magnet generating electrical current. Bike is used to illustrate the differences in efficiency between incandescent and compact fluorescent light bulbs
55 UNI Panther Pick-up scheduled for residence halls, off-campus end of spring semester
Public Relations News Release 2008:471, p.1
"A new life for your old stuff" is a project to help the environment while benefiting the community through the donation of furniture, clothes, shoes, books and other usable items to local charitable organizations.
56 The end of petroleum-food
Northern Iowan 105:47, p.7
Concerns expressed with the use of petroleum to transport food. Dependence on fossil fuels questioned.
57 Iowa's first "Green" building continues uning less energy
Public Relations News Release 2008:404, p.1
The CEEE confirms that the building is opeating as intended and uses, on average, one-third less electrical energy per square foot when compared to some other campus buildings.The study showed benefits from daylighting and passive solar design.
58 Professors research efficient energy alternatives
Northern Iowan 105:35, p.1
Martin Chin and Tim Kidd received grants totaling $478,000 to pursue the creation and development of solar cells using dye. Kidd's research is on hydrogen cells; photo.
59 President Allen's budget notice
Northern Iowan 105:33, p.3
Anticipated reductions in the 2010 fiscal budget have caused President Allen to announce the following short term budget reductions: a hiring freeze, restriction of non-essential travel, and monitoring of temperature and lighting levels.
60 Calendar of Events
Northern Iowan 105:4, p.4
Campus events from Friday, September 12 through Wednesday, September 17.
61 Green is the new purple in dorm room décor
Northern Iowan 105:1, p.15
Dorm room decorating requires creativity, not being afraid to buy used, and using eco-friendly products; photo.
62 The future of oil dependence; what's being done and what should be done
Northern Iowan 104:57, p.3
Looks at wide-ranging effects of high oil prices; believes that people should take person responsibility to reduce consumption.
63 The bright side of rising oil and food costs
Northern Iowan 104:53, p.7
Rising costs do make us look for alternatives, whether it be in transportation or the way we eat. Appreciation of nature is enhanced by a slower pace of living.
64 Ethanol: someone please do something about this
Northern Iowan 104:52, p.8
Mileage comparisons using ethanol and regular unleaded fuel.
65 Cars should be equipped with renewable energy sources
Northern Iowan 104:45, p.7
Thoughts on drastically changed automobiles; getting away from gasoline and diesel power completely; photo.
66 UNI to participate in national global warming teach-in with events January 30-31
Public Relations News Release 2007:370, p.1
Universities and organizations in all 50 states will be participating in Focus the Nation.
67 UNI part of national energy education workshop
Public Relations News Release 2007:340, p.1
Ed Brown and Maureen Clayton have been involved in the development of the energy education workshop to be held in Colorado.
68 Energy-efficient lighting keeps the holiday "green" at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2007:338, p.1
LED lights will be used for holiday decorations around campus this year.
69 Last Lecture Series
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.13
Professor Recayi Pecen will speak on the topic "No rush in coal-fired power plant in Waterloo: any better option for Cedar Valley?"
70 An "It's the thought that counts" nation
Northern Iowan 104:14, p.3
James H. Kunstler speech on October 10th was entitled, "The Long Emergency and American Life"; talks about problems with oil supply; photo.
71 Energy Awareness Month highlights energy use
Northern Iowan 104:13, p.1
Schedule of activities organized by President Allen's Energy Conservation Task Force; aimed at making students and staff aware of energy use.
72 State legislators to visit solar/energy efficient sites Saturday, October 6
Public Relations News Release 2007:195, p.1
Local legislators will visit sites on the Cedar Valley Solar/Energy Efficiency tour October 6.
73 Governor aims to make Iowa energy center of country
Northern Iowan 103:55, p.1
Iowa Power Fund plans to double the production of E-85, triple the distribution capacity of E-85, double the renewable energy producers in Iowa by 2010, and double the amount of renewable energy in Iowa by 2010; photo.
74 Wasting away
Northern Iowan 103:39, p.9
Students and the University urged to reduce energy use.
75 UNI's CEEE to host series on energy-efficient construction methods
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
The Center for Energy and Environmental Education will be hosting Building for the Future: Energy Efficient Alternatives, beginning February 22.
76 Conserve to save
Northern Iowan 103:22, p.4
Cheap and simple steps to aid in energy conservation; photo.
77 UNI energywi$e
Northern Iowan 103:21, p.8
Kamyar Enshayan offers conservation choices for the UNI campus.
78 UNI forms Energy Committee
Northern Iowan 103:17, p.4
An energy surcharge on students has caused energy conservation to be an important campus topic. President Allen formed a broad-based committee charged with educating the community and performing an energy audit, among other duties.
79 'Going green' goal of new student group
Northern Iowan 103:16, p.1
Recycling on campus has a new emphasis from student-based groups; photo.
80 Future of American energy in doubt
Northern Iowan 103:16, p.1
Coal supplies ninety-five per cent of the electric power in Cedar Falls. Barbara Freese spoke on the effects of coal use over time, including its history, impact on technology, and the environment; photo.
81 UNI, homes and businesses display energy cost-cutting methods on "Solar Tour"
Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1
The "Cedar Valley Solar Tour" will feature seven local businesses and homes, including Center for Energy and Environmental Education.
82 "Energy surcharge" took many students by surprise
Northern Iowan 103:3, p.1
Many students were unaware of the energy surcharge until they received their August university bill.
83 UNI CEEE announces Iowa Energy Poster Contest winners
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Thirteen winners across the state, from grades one through six, were awarded $100 savings bonds.
84 UNI's CEEE to host presentation on Iowa's energy resources
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Keith Kutz will give a presentation on Iowa's energy resources as part of the Sustainability Series.
85 Tuesday, March 7
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
Panel will discuss help needed for blind education; Last Lecture Series will present Joyce Milambiling; Wes Birdsall will present as part of the Sustainability Series for the CEEE.
86 Last lecture; Iowa pride
Northern Iowan 102:42, p.1
Kamyar Enshayan delivers his "last lecture"; calls on people to take a wider view, limit their consumption of consumer goods, and to promote democracy.
87 UNI's CEEE series features energy-efficiency advocate
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
As part of the Sustainability Series, Wes Birdsall will present "A Lifetime Promoting Energy Efficiency".
88 UNI's CEEE to host series on energy and sustainability
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
CEEE presentation on local to global issues of energy will take place with speaker Bill Fink.
89 UNI's CEEE to host series on energy and sustainability
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
CEEE will host the 2006 Sustainability Series, focusing on energy issues from local to global.
90 UNI Center for Energy & Environmental Education to host children's poster contest
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
CEEE is taking entries for its annual Iowa Energy Poster Contest.
91 Saturday, Oct. 1
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.2
Museums A-Z Institute presents E Day: Exploring Ecosystems; CEEE will host solar tour.
92 Need to be 'energy independent' never greater
Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1
CEEE solar tour to kick off National Energy Awareness Month.
93 Gas prices increase a positive change
Northern Iowan 102:8, p.7
Writer praises people who have made changes in their modes of transportation, such as riding their bikes or taking public transportation, due to high cost of gasoline.
94 Electrathon to spark interest in energy, science
Northern Iowan 102:8, p.1
Electric cars will compete this weekend at UNI; project teaches students teamwork and showcases alternative energy sources; photo.
95 UNI CEEE announces Iowa Energy Poster Contest Winners
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Winners were awarded $100 savings bonds; includes list of winners.
96 UNI faculty member to hold discussion, signing for his book on energy realities
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Kamyar Enshayan will discuss his book "Living Within Our Means: Beyond the Fossil Fuel Credit Card."
97 UNI faculty member publishes book on energy realities
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Kamyar Enshayan wrote "Living Within Our Means: Beyond the Fossil Fuel Credit Card."
98 Monday, April 4
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
CROW Forum will discuss LGBT students; Melissa Rose Ziemer will perform on KUNI; earth science seminar will take place.
99 Wednesday, April 6
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
The "History of Wind Energy" will be shown at the CEEE.
100 UNI CEEE to present 'History of Wind Energy'
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Slideshow will retrace the ancient origins of wind energy and the impact it has on modern times.