Ideas+about+helping

Put your proposal (version II) here:

Example -

Introduction and Rationale
Air conditioners and heaters waste a lot of energy that could be saved by just wearing the right clothes for the right season. Coats in the winter and bathing suits in the summer (need a pool out back). If the residents of the Johnson House knew how much energy they would be saving, they would naturally want to participate.

Methods
1) calculate the current monthly air conditioning and heating costs in Carbon Dioxide emissions (and dollars) 2) model the reduction in CO2 (and $) if the winter thermostat was at 40 deg (average data) 3) model the reduction in CO2 (and $) if the air conditioners were set to 100 deg 4) add the two to estimate total reductions as a % of total CO2 emitted from all sources, thus permitting residents to see how this gets them toward their goal of net zero carbon emissions. 5) speculate on savings 20 years from now given Climate Change projections

Schedule
Apr 7 - collect existing data, GUND and Burlington weather Apr 14 - extrapolate existing winter data to model, continue to collect GUND energy data Apr 21 - extrapolate existing summer data to model, CO2 conversions Apr 28 - add summarize data, make recommendations Presentation

Deliverables
data tables (excel files) Analysis report and recommendations Appendices with primary data


 * Chris, Christine, Libby **


 * Introduction and Rationale **

We are proposing a study of the feasibility of installing timers in the frequently used power outlets at the Johnson house. When electronics are left plugged in, even if they are off, they are using electricity. This is called phantom electricity. It is a waste of energy and money. Timers would allow all power from an outlet to be cut off automatically at set times. This study would measure how much phantom electricity is being used at the Johnson house, what it would cost to install timers, and whether money would be saved from using the timers.

 The Gund needs electricity to continue operating in its current fashion. There are many simple things that could be done to save energy while still allowing the employees to do their jobs. Installing timers is one easy thing to do that could potentially save a substantial amount of electricity. A decrease in electricity used could make it more feasible to use renewable energy like wind or solar.


 * Methods **

1) identify all outlets that usually have plugs in them all day and night

2) measure the electricity being produced by each outlet and use information from energy audit to find total phantom energy

 3) find the cost of a timer and compare the cost of buying a timer for each high-use outlet to the cost of leaving electronics plugged in all night

 4) report our findings to the Gund


 * Schedule **

Apr 14 – visit the Johnson House to identify outlets

 Apr 21 – calculate total phantom energy Apr 28 – find cost of timers, compare to phantom energy costs, determine potential savings

 (TBD) – Presentation


 * Deliverables **

Phantom energy use data

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Information about timers

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Analysis of feasibility

=**<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Proposal- Amelie, Annie, and Andrew **=

Our proposal for the Gund Institute is to survey various members about their transportation use. The survey will look as follows with follow questions about the specific miles the individual travels to get to work:
 * Introduction:**

We hope to send this information out to members of the Gund and have people voluntarily answer the survey, so that we do not disturb anybody that does not have time to participate. From the survey, we will then compile the information we find and present it to the Gund Institute with a proposal for how to possibly reduce transportation emissions. This is important because transportation is the main carbon emissions sector for the state of Vermont. From the information we compile from the surveys, we will be able to come up with possible solutions to reduce transportation emissions.

1. Survey all Gund members 2. Collect data from survey 3. Convert miles travelled for each type of vehicle to fossil fuel carbon emissions 4. Speculate how much carbon emissions Gund produces from travel in a year
 * Methods:**

April 14: Send survey, collect results throughout week April 21: Convert miles travelled to carbon emissions for total miles using each type of transportation and extrapolate data to estimate emissions for a year April 28: Form recommendations for improvement and reduction of carbon emissions Final presentation
 * Schedule:**

Data Conversion of miles travelled to fossil fuel carbon emissions Recommendations
 * Deliverables:**

Link to survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2XQZ78X

**Solar Panels- Manya, Oliver, Kendall, Ashley**
__Introduction__ Solar panels are becoming a popular option for renewable energy. Our study will evaluate this exciting technology’s potential use for the Gund. We will examine potential locations and cost of the panels, and the basic energy needs of the Gund.

__Methods__ - acquire electricity bill (monthly usage) - investigate historical regulations - parking lot solar panel feasibility - rotating PV stand alone - rooftop solar panel feasibility (estimate the number of panels the south-facing rooftop could fit) - propose the benefit of on-the-grid solar power vs. battery powered

__Schedule__ April 14 April 21 April 28
 * which areas are options? check zoning codes
 * contact Gund to get electrical bill
 * find costs of panels
 * research on grid vs. battery
 * write feasibility study

__Deliverables__ Document with information about: Cost of panels
 * Energy need of the building
 * Pros and cons of location options for panels (roof, parking lot, yard)
 * Battery vs. gird

Pipe Insulation- Emily, Olivia, Nick, Alyssa, and Amy Intro: <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Regarding the GUND and its usage of energy, we propose to reduce water-heating costs and to reduce the cost of running the radiator heating system. We will accomplish said tasks by applying cheap and simple insulation to two types of pipes. We propose to indicate exactly which pipes need insulation, and to provide exact measurements as to how much insulation will be required. We have already done a bit of research on prices for insulation, and the ones we have found so far seem fairly reasonable. However, if there is an alternative brand you prefer, or are required through the university to use, please let us know. Additionally, we are offering to install the insulation for you free of charge. The process is simple, quick, and can easily be accomplished by the semester’s end.

<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Methods: - Figure out how much energy is being lost by exposed pipes - Physically measure pipes to figure out how much insulation needed - Find out costs for acquiring and installing insulation - Physically install the insulation if thats what they want us to do

Schedule: April 14th- Go to Gund and take measurements- do more research on prices and actually figure out where we could purchase insulation April 21st- Construct Diagram of Pipes that need insulation and cost analysis April 28th- Go and instal insulation

Deliverables: -Diagram of Pipes with measurements for insulation -Cost analysis -Physical instillation (if thats what they want)