Selected Projects Funded By the Sustainable Campus Fee Committee (SCFC) and Implemented
By the APSU Physical Plant
Sundquist LED Lighting - The hallways, stairwells and atrium of the science complex
were updated to high efficiency LED lighting. This includes over 300 fixtures and
new motion controls to turn lights off when not in use.
Student Internships - The committee supported two paid learning opportunities for
students to work with the Campus Sustainability office.
Solar Panel Upkeep - APSU has two large solar systems on the main campus and three
smaller arrays at the Farm and Environmental Education Center. These systems received
routine maintenance, washing and parts replacement.
STARS Rating - Upon updating the campus Sustainability Tracking and Assessment Rating
System (STARS) report, it will be scored for comparison amongst peer institutions
and to benchmark future success.
Campus Greenway - The city's expansive greenway system was connected to campus with
the help of the Clarksville Montgomery County Community Health Foundation. The trail
starts at the corner of Farris Dr. and Robb Ave.
Maybry Concert Hall LED Lighting - This project replaces 60 theater lighting units
with LEDs for an estimated 73% energy savings. The reduced heat output will also preserve
other equipment and protect operators.
Clement Auditorium Lighting - This project replaced 40 theater lighting fixtures and
added increased controls to increase energy efficiency in a space that is used daily.
Replace EV Charger - The existing electric vehicle station in the Technology building
parking lot needed routine replacement.
New Recycling Bins- building across campus got a much needed overhaul to show a clear
message of what can be recycled on campus
Dorm Recycling Upgrades- The Freshman dorms were outfitted with fresh 'Waste Stations' which engage
dorm residents
Parking Lot #21 LED upgrade- The lights in parking lot #21 have been upgraded to LED
lights which drastically reduces energy use.
Wood Chipper- Physical plant bought a wood chipper to be able more sustainably manage
downed limbs
Sundquist Sub-meter- The metering consists of temperature and flow sensors in three closed-loop water systems
(two heating water systems and one chilled water system). This provides the ability
to monitor the energy utilized in the Sundquist building and document changes through
energy reduction efforts.
APSU Compost Improvements- The Center for Service Learning and Community Engagement
was awarded funding to purchase a carport to cover the finished compost pile and a
scale to measure food waste collected.
BCycle bike share program – Student Frank Burns, submitted this Great Green Idea that won in the large scale
project category. It was selected by the committee for funding and implementation
in fall 2018.
Alternative Spring Break – The Center for Service Learning and Community Engagement
was awarded funding to support a spring break trip to work with Living Lands and Waters
clean up the Mississippi River.
Outdoor Sustainability Signage – The APSU Office of Campus Sustainability was funded to design and fabricate ten
outdoor signs highlighting sustainability projects implemented by faculty and staff.
Greening the Dunn Center – The APSU Office of Campus Sustainability was awarded funds
to increase the environmental practices of the Dunn Center with an additional bike
rack, water bottle refill station, and sustainability marketing materials.
Native Meadow Installation – The APSU Department of Landscaping and Grounds was awarded funding for a landscaping
project called Native Meadow that is a storm water mitigation and fossil fuel reduction
project.
Bike racks at strategic locations across campus – to support bikes rather than gas-powered
vehicles
Matched a grant of $200,000 from the Clean Tennessee Energy Grant program in the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation with $200,000 of Sustainable Campus Fee funds to install LED lighting in buildings
across campus – to conserve energy.
Recycling bins for the Fortera Stadium sky boxes – to initiate a game-day recycling
program
LED lighting in the MUC foyer – to reduce energy consumption and demonstrate conservation
Well and solar powered water pump at The Environmental Education Center – to demonstrate
sustainable water management practices
Physical Plant Centralized Irrigation Controller – to strategically reduce water consumption
Greek Village Solar Power-Dok picnic tables, and bicycle racks
Art Paper Cycle equipment - to recycle/reuse art paper as hand-crafted paper for art
projects
LED Parking Lot Lighting in 8th and 9th Street lots – to demonstrate energy to the community
Pharos print management software – to reduce the consumption of paper, ink and toner, and
energy
Outdoor recycling bins for Starbucks – to increase waste diversion from the landfills
Remodel of Claxton Room 300 - to establish a model of sustainable practices where
students learn
Motion sensors in the Foy Center - to reduce the use of lighting when there are no
occupants
LED stage lighting in the Mabry concert hall – to reduce energy consumption
Outdoor recycling bins – to accommodate the increased participation in recycling
Solar canopy in the 9th Street Parking Lot – to support the use of renewable energy
Solar Power-Dok picnic tables at MUC and Greek Village – to support the use of renewable
energy
Electric car charger installed in 9th Street Parking Lot – to demonstrate the use of renewable energy