The Energy Club supports various campus energy projects at MIT with the goals of reducing MIT energy use and providing hands-on energy projects for students. Students interested in creating or participating in campus energy projects and organization interested in supporting such projects should contact our Campus Energy co-Chairs, Steven Peters at scpeters[@mit.edu] and Cecilia Scott at cecilias[@mit.edu].
MIT Generator: [+]
PLUG INTO energy and environment working groups at MIT. Come get involved in reducing the energy consumption and environmental impact of MIT's facilities, operations, and campus life. Co-sponsored by the MIT Energy Club.
Walk the Talk!
Campus Energy Map [+]
This map, constructed by Steve Peters and Elsa Olivetti,
shows campus energy intensity (average annual power divided by floor
area).
Dorm Electricity Competition [+]
The Dorm Electricity Competition is the first of its kind in MIT's history.
All eleven undergrad dorms will compete this spring to conserve the
most electricity over a two month period. The winning dorm will receive
$10,000 in energy efficient retrofits and dorm improvements. Come be
a part of this exciting new, event and change the way MIT uses energy.
For more information or to get involved, contact Tim Grejtak at grejtak[@mit.edu]
Biodiesel@MIT [+]
An emerging MIT campus energy project devoted to converting MIT waste vegetable oil into biodiesel for consumption in the MIT shuttle fleet. This project intends to implement waste vegetable oil processing and use as biodiesel, as well as pushing advanced research into biodiesel quality issues and biodiesel production from high oil content algae. Organizations with intent to support Biodiesel@MIT include the MIT Energy Club, MIT Facilities, the MIT Environmental Programs Office, and GreenFuel Technologies.
For more information or to get involved, contact Joe Roy-Mayhew at zepster[@mit.edu]
MIT Solar Decathlon Team [+]
MIT is fielding a team for the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon Competition for the first time. Get involved in building an advanced modular solar home!
The Solar Decathlon is an international competition challenging college teams from around the globe to blend aesthetics and modern conveniences with maximum energy production and optimal efficiency. The purpose of the competition is to challenge students to think in new ways about energy, to increase public awareness about renewable energy and energy efficiency and to help move solar energy technologies to the marketplace faster.
To join the team or to get more information, contact Kurt Keville at kkeville[@mit.edu]
MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team [+]
Over the past 20 years, the MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team (SEVT) has designed and built 10 vehicles and raced them all over the world. We have promoted alternative energy and transportation through our participation in races as well as in local fairs and community events. We are committed to continuing our strong racing tradition and also to solving real-world transportation problems with efficient, green, and appropriate design. We are always looking for new members at every level of experience.
To join the team or to get more information, contact Alex Hayman at hayman[@mit.edu]
INSERT YOUR CAMPUS ENERGY IDEA HERE!
The Energy Club is seeking to support student-driven campus energy initiatives. Possibilities abound, including dorm energy use reduction competitions, campus energy efficiency audits, analysis and reduction of fume hood energy usage (a dominant energy user on campus), and many many more.
Contact MIT Energy Club Campus Energy Chair with your ideas. Steven Peters, scpeters[@mit.edu].