Carbon Offset Opportunities at the Duke University Health System

dc.contributor.advisor	Thomann, Wayne
dc.contributor.author	Shown, Erin
dc.contributor.author	Wallis, Kimberly
dc.contributor.author	Lin, Ye
dc.date.accessioned	2012-04-27T03:32:16Z
dc.date.available	2012-04-27T03:32:16Z
dc.date.issued	2012-04-26
dc.identifier.uri	https://hdl.handle.net/10161/5295
dc.description.abstract	The Duke Carbon Offsets Initiative (DCOI) is collaborating with the Duke University Health System (DUHS) to obtain carbon offsets that will aid in fulfilling the University’s pledge to be carbon neutral by 2024. This study identified and prioritized financially feasible projects within the DUHS that would lead to carbon offsets. A number of carbon reduction opportunities were identified within the DUHS: medical waste management, renewable energy opportunities, energy efficient kitchen equipment, lighting upgrades, organic waste management, and sustainable tableware. Funding from the DCOI would allow the DUHS to invest in projects beyond what its current budget allows while at the same time generating carbon credits for the University thereby benefitting both parties.
dc.language.iso	en
dc.subject	efficient lighting
dc.subject	sustainable
dc.subject	Duke
dc.subject	carbon offset
dc.subject	hospital
dc.subject	climate change
dc.title	Carbon Offset Opportunities at the Duke University Health System
dc.type	Master's project
dc.department	Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth Sciences