Center for Energy and Sustainability

Welcome to the Center for Energy and Sustainability.

Sustainability is shaping our campus to meet the needs of the current community while ensuring future generations have equal access to resources. It involves balancing the environmental, economic, and social impacts of our decisions to maintain our campus viability.

Our Mission

The Center for Energy and Sustainability (CES) prioritizes energy and utility management, sustainable building design, and resource stewardship to foster a greener campus. We are committed to educating students and the community, encouraging student involvement in sustainability initiatives, and leveraging engineering innovation to ensure a thriving environment for current and future generations of students.

History and Vision

The CES was established as the Center for Energy Efficiency (CEE) in 1999, following the construction of the Cogeneration Plant in 1998. This transition from a coal-fired steam plant to a cleaner, gas-fired cogeneration system marked the start of our engineering-driven approach to creating a sustainable campus. As the CEE evolved, we invested in various green initiatives supporting our mission, including the Sustainable Campus Fund, MTSU Recycles, and the Green Power Purchase program. Looking ahead, the CES envisions a sustainable campus that utilizes data and technology to continually advance efficiency and environmental stewardship.

Assistant Manager Center for Energy and Sustainability:  | 615-904-8096 |

Director Center for Energy and Sustainability: Joe Whitefield | 615-898-2414 | Joe.Whitefield@mtsu.edu

Any questions, comments, or suggestions, contact us at ces@mtsu.edu

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