Steps we are already taking
Energy-saving measures at FAU
The regulations stipulated in the “Verordnung zur Sicherung der Energieversorgung über kurzfristig wirksame Maßnahmen” (ordinance on energy saving measures effective in the short term, EnSikuMaV) will cease to apply as of September 30, 2023.
We must still make an effort to save energy in order to cut costs and act as an example for society when it comes to climate action.
The Executive Board calls on all members of staff in the various faculties, chairs, departments and teams to do all they can to help.
The regulations stipulated in the “Verordnung zur Sicherung der Energieversorgung über kurzfristig wirksame Maßnahmen” (ordinance on energy saving measures effective in the short term, EnSikuMaV) will cease to apply as of September 30, 2023.
We still have to make an effort to save energy. In all the areas that are not directly within our control, we rely on the cooperation of our members of staff to ensure that we do not waste energy unnecessarily.
The regulations stipulated in the “Verordnung zur Sicherung der Energieversorgung über kurzfristig wirksame Maßnahmen” (ordinance on energy saving measures effective in the short term, EnSikuMaV) will cease to apply as of September 30, 2023.
We still have to make an effort to save energy. In all the areas that are not directly within our control, we rely on the cooperation of our members of staff to ensure that we do not waste energy unnecessarily.
Please refrain from using personal electronic devices, in particular fan heaters, ventilators or air conditioners in the workplace.
While not in use, in particular during breaks or outside of office hours, all electric devices should be removed from the electricity supply wherever possible by pulling the plug or switching off the socket strip. This applies to all devices and appliances with and without a standby function.
FAU has already made considerable energy savings by implementing the following renovation measures:
- Biologikum: Modernization of climatic chambers using central measurement, control and regulation technology (2022: 4, 2023: 5-6 more), conversion to LED lighting
- Schlossgarten: Exchanging lanterns and conversion to LED lighting
- In public areas: Mounting official thermostats
- FAU Campus Erlangen (South): Replacing bollard lights with modern lampposts with LED technology
- In public areas: Mounting official thermostats
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- 022.01 Main library
- 005.01 Kollegienhaus
- 059.01 Seminar building of the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Theology: (work in progress)
- 061.xx Juridicum (work in progress)
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