Studies and Research

The University of Notre Dame has long incorporated energy conservation and environmental stewardship into its annual goals. The continued growth of campus, changes in the environmental regulatory climate, and volatile energy prices have brought a renewed focus to reducing the University’s energy and environmental impact.

The University offers a number of courses related to energy and environmental topics or issues. A list of those courses and the faculty involved in energy and environmental related research is provided: Energy & Environmental Related Classes.

Over the years, the University has implemented a number of conservation initiatives, designed to improve operating efficiency while minimizing energy utilization and environmental impact across campus.

AIR

Indoor Air Quality

• Smoking Policy

Emissions

• Power Plant

WATER

Potable Water

• Wellhead Protection Plan
• Drinking Water Quality

Storm Water

• Storm Water Quality management Plan

Lakes and Streams

• Notre Dame Lakes
• Juday Creek

ENERGY

University Centers

• University of Notre Dame Energy Center

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Dangerous Goods

• Hazardous Materials & Dangerous Goods Shipping Policy

LAND MANAGEMENT

Natural Areas

• Campus Biological Diversity and Introduction of Exotic Species