Cornell University's Ithaca campus relies on an extensive underground infrastructure system to supply essential services like electricity, heating, and cooling. Currently, the Central Energy Plant generates steam, which is distributed through twelve miles of underground piping to campus buildings. The transition to a hot water heating system aims to reduce a 20% efficiency loss associated with steam, leading to cost savings, enhanced safety, and significant reductions in emissions, aligning with the university's 2035 net zero emissions target. A dedicated team ensures the seamless operation of these critical utilities.
Currently, the Central Energy Plant supplies steam through a network of underground piping, delivering heat to campus buildings. As this steam travels through the system, there's roughly a 20% loss of efficiency.
The hot water conversion keeps our critical heating system operational and reliable, and it advances our decarbonization goals.
A team of about 24 staff members are charged with operations and maintenance of the utility distribution systems on campus. Their job is to make sure these systems operate seamlessly 24/7.
By replacing the steam with hot water, the inefficiency will be reduced-resulting in overall emissions reductions, cost savings, and safer operations.
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