Environmental
The central focus for environmental initiatives across 2018
was directly aligned to the ecological transformation of the
University to a less carbon intensive operation. Despite an
expanding Estate portfolio, the University continued to
achieve measurable reductions in energy, waste and water
consumption.
Sustainable energy solution
update
In early 2018 the final stage of the 2MW Sustainable Energy
Solution was commissioned. The annual performance of
the Solar Array Project across its first year of generation
has resulted in the clean energy produced exceeding the
normalised guaranteed yield. The overall combined system
performance for all active solar arrays as at the end of
November 2018 was 2816.98MW of clean energy offsetting
the University’s carbon footprint by 2197.24tCO2-e.
The 2MW solar array project actively demonstrates the
University’s commitment to its social responsibilities and to
improving environmental performance. The project represents
a significant investment into the three communities USQ is
part of, providing a ‘real-world experience’ that delivers a
measurable reduction in long-term energy-related emissions
and costs, as well as an enhanced platform for research,
learning and teaching.
For further information on the Solar Array Project
please contact Manager (Environmental) Alicia Logan on
0487 808 880.
USQ Toowoomba - L209 lecture theatre lighting upgrade
Energy efficiency management
update
A number of key energy efficiency projects have been
achieved in the second half of 2018:
• Ipswich – I Block partial lighting upgrade (240 downlights)
• Toowoomba – K2 and K3 (7 teaching rooms, 73 LED panels)
• Toowoomba - L209 lecture theatre lighting upgrade
(44 LED panels)
• Toowoomba – S Block foyer and hallway lighting
(91 downlights)
• Commissioning of Power Factor Correction Equipment
(Springfield, Ipswich and Toowoomba)
• Dyson hand dryer upgrades - Toowoomba Y and J Blocks
• PME energy metering upgrade.
For further information on campus energy efficiency initiatives
please contact Joel Davies – Energy Efficiency Officer on
0474 770 460.
USQ Toowoomba completed Solar Array Project
4
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND