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Summary
CMU’s geo-exchange system is just one of many initiatives that have made the university more sustainable in the past, present and future.
A major milestone in CMU’s sustainability journey came in 2008 with the launch of the Thermal Energy Network (TEN), a campus-wide geo-exchange system. The project began after Governor Ritter’s executive order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 percent in 2020 and 80 percent by 2050.
CMU’s geo-exchange system covers approximately 70 percent of the campus and plays a crucial role in reducing the university’s carbon footprint. The benefits of this geo-exchange system extend beyond the environmental impact. By significantly reducing energy costs — saving millions of dollars each year — CMU can keep tuition affordable.
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