Carbon Offset Opportunities at the Duke University Health System
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2012-04-26
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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.
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Shown, Erin, Kimberly Wallis and Ye Lin (2012). Carbon Offset Opportunities at the Duke University Health System. Master's project, Duke University. Retrieved from https://hdl.handle.net/10161/5295.
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