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For all AU-related news on the Coronavirus, follow along here: american.edu/coronavirus/


Bring on sunlight - During daylight hours, switch off artificial lights and use windows and skylights to brighten your room. Lets all save #energy together!


Notice something missing from the AU skyline? Check out this article to learn more about the removal of the smokestacks. #energy #sustainability #energyefficiency #green #American #University #AU Relics of a Bygone Era Coming Down Over Winter Break american.edu/news/au-smoke-…


Thanks so much for the feature! 👍🌎

Meet this month’s Campus Champion: Juan Allen! Juan is @AU_energy's Energy Conservation and Efficiency Manager. He works to reduce water & energy consumption and utility costs through conservation measures and strategic planning. Thank you for your work and expertise, Juan! 💡💧

GreenAU's tweet image. Meet this month’s Campus Champion: Juan Allen! Juan is @AU_energy's Energy Conservation and Efficiency Manager. He works to reduce water & energy consumption and utility costs through conservation measures and strategic planning. Thank you for your work and expertise, Juan! 💡💧


Check out this sustainable working-at-home guide created by the Office of Sustainability! american.edu/about/sustaina…


Do you know what Combined Heat and Power is or how AU is utilizing microturbines to both generate electricity and heat campus in winter? Find out more here: american.edu/finance/news/a…


Energy tip for the (home) office: Try working outdoors for a few hours a day. Taking a nature break will give your office a break from using energy and give your mind a healthy mental break! #EnergyTip #EnergyConservation #SaveEnergy #Sustainability

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy tip for the (home) office: Try working outdoors for a few hours a day. Taking a nature break will give your office a break from using energy and give your mind a healthy mental break! #EnergyTip #EnergyConservation #SaveEnergy #Sustainability

Energy tip for your office: Use a power strip for small energy users, like laptops, phone chargers, and desk lamps. #EnergyConservation #ConserveEnergy #EnergyTip

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy tip for your office: Use a power strip for small energy users, like laptops, phone chargers, and desk lamps. #EnergyConservation #ConserveEnergy #EnergyTip

It's the final week of home energy tips! Energy tip for your (home) office: Challenge yourself to work during daylight hours and create a healthy sleep schedule. This will improve your mental and physical health, while also reducing the need for lighting at night. #SaveEnergy

AU_energy's tweet image. It's the final week of home energy tips! 
Energy tip for your (home) office: Challenge yourself to work during daylight hours and create a healthy sleep schedule. This will improve your mental and physical health, while also reducing the need for lighting at night. #SaveEnergy

Energy tip for your bedroom: When shopping for laptops or TVs, look for the blue Energy Star label. These products have been certified by the EPA to use less energy! #EnergyConservation #EnergyEfficiency

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy tip for your bedroom: When shopping for laptops or TVs, look for the blue Energy Star label. These products have been certified by the EPA to use less energy! #EnergyConservation #EnergyEfficiency

Energy tip for your bedroom: Seasons are changing! Depending on whether you prefer to sleep in hot or cooler temperatures, change your bedding to more breathable (like bamboo) or heavy materials before changing the thermostat! #energyconservation #energyefficiency

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy tip for your bedroom: Seasons are changing! Depending on whether you prefer to sleep in hot or cooler temperatures, change your bedding to more breathable (like bamboo) or heavy materials before changing the thermostat! #energyconservation #energyefficiency

Energy tip for your bedroom: Use sleep mode on your TV and laptops. If you walk away or fall asleep and forget to turn them off, they will power down after a set time. Most devices have this called "sleep mode" or "sleep timer." #EnergyTipOfTheDay #EnergyConservation

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy tip for your bedroom: Use sleep mode on your TV and laptops. If you walk away or fall asleep and forget to turn them off, they will power down after a set time. Most devices have this called "sleep mode" or "sleep timer." #EnergyTipOfTheDay #EnergyConservation

Today is #EnergyEfficiencyDay2020, where cities across the country communicate the benefits of cutting energy waste. Join The D.C. DOEE today at 1pm EST in a conversation around efficiency, also featuring Public Service Commission, OPC, & DCSEU. eventbrite.com/e/district-of-… #EEDay2020


Energy tip for your bedroom: Use a power strip for small energy users, like laptop and phone chargers & turn off when you don't need it. These "vampire devices" can still suck electricity when plugged in, even if there are no devices connected. #EnergyConservation #Sustainability

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy tip for your bedroom: Use a power strip for small energy users, like laptop and phone chargers & turn off when you don't need it. These "vampire devices" can still suck electricity when plugged in, even if there are no devices connected.
#EnergyConservation #Sustainability

Tip for the bathroom: Check for toilet leaks using a simple dye test, all you need is some food coloring! Find out out here: wikihow.com/Detect-Toilet-… #WaterConservation #Sustainability #ConserveWater #WaterTipOfTheDay

AU_energy's tweet image. Tip for the bathroom: Check for toilet leaks using a simple dye test, all you need is some food coloring! Find out out here: wikihow.com/Detect-Toilet-…

#WaterConservation #Sustainability #ConserveWater #WaterTipOfTheDay

Tip for the Bathroom: Look for leaks and drips around your faucet, toilet, and shower head. Alert a plumber if you find any. Also, use WaterSense appliances (the water equivalent to the Energy Star efficiency rating from the EPA) #Sustainability #WaterConservation #WaterTip

AU_energy's tweet image. Tip for the Bathroom: Look for leaks and drips around your faucet, toilet, and shower head. Alert a plumber if you find any. Also, use WaterSense appliances (the water equivalent to the Energy Star efficiency rating from the EPA) #Sustainability #WaterConservation #WaterTip

Tip of the Day: Use a water saving toilet! Optimal water efficient toilets have flow rates of 0.8 or 1.28 gallons/flush. You can also convert a regular toilet to low-flush in 5 easy steps, check it out here: wikihow.com/Convert-Any-To… #WaterTipOfTheDay #Sustainability @GreenAU

AU_energy's tweet image. Tip of the Day: Use a water saving toilet! Optimal water efficient toilets have flow rates of 0.8 or 1.28 gallons/flush. You can also convert a regular toilet to low-flush in 5 easy steps, check it out here: wikihow.com/Convert-Any-To…

#WaterTipOfTheDay #Sustainability @GreenAU

Energy & Water Tip for the Bathroom: Use the washing machine to capacity, use cold water, and hang dry to preserve clothing lifespan (and save heating energy!) #EnergyTipOfTheDay

AU_energy's tweet image. Energy & Water Tip for the Bathroom: Use the washing machine to capacity, use cold water, and hang dry to preserve clothing lifespan (and save heating energy!) #EnergyTipOfTheDay

Tip for the Living Room: In the winter, use blankets and sweaters to bring warmth. Try to refrain from changing the thermostat too often. #EnergyTipOfTheDay

AU_energy's tweet image. Tip for the Living Room: In the winter, use blankets and sweaters to bring warmth. Try to refrain from changing the thermostat too often. #EnergyTipOfTheDay

Tip for the Living Room: Not using the room? Turn off the lights and fans. #EnergyTipOfTheDay

AU_energy's tweet image. Tip for the Living Room: Not using the room? Turn off the lights and fans. #EnergyTipOfTheDay

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