Stillman College

School details:
Full-time enrollment: 1,026
Part-time enrollment: 52
Location: West Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Green Building

• To reduce energy use, the college has installed energy-efficient light bulbs and has set building temperatures back.
• To save water, low-flow faucets and low-flow showerheads have been installed in campus buildings. Two tankless water heaters were installed, in the cafeteria and in one residence hall, to supply hot water on demand.
• Stillman is exploring the idea of a cogeneration plant to produce heat and electricity simultaneously.
• The school is also considering improving its gas and electricity metering system.

Climate Change & Energy

• Stillman purchases energy-efficient appliances and raises awareness among employees about the importance of shutting off lights and equipment when not in use.
• Power-saving settings have been enabled on school computers.
• The college is exploring the option of installing solar water heating systems.

Recycling

• Stillman recycles e-waste including batteries, cell phones, computers, light bulbs, and printer cartridges.

Dining

• Used fryer oil is recycled for biodiesel fuel.

Transportation

• Stillman offers subsidized transportation to local destinations.