NAU Campus Refrigerant Audit
Project Summary:
The NAU Campus Refrigerant Audit, led by Kelcie Kraft and the School of Earth and Sustainability, provides critical insights into greenhouse gas emissions to advance Northern Arizona University’s carbon neutrality goals. Because fugitive emissions from refrigerants possess a high global warming potential and are often excluded from standard tracking, this initiative establishes a comprehensive, campus-wide inventory of HVAC, refrigeration, and fire suppression equipment. By collaborating with Facility Services, Dining Services, and Transportation Services, the project team successfully synthesizes equipment data to map current environmental impacts. This ongoing evaluation identifies concrete strategies to minimize future emissions and actively guides the university’s transition toward climate-friendly refrigerant alternatives.
Project Lead:
Kelcie Kraft
Project Advisor:
Debbie Huntzinger
Date:
11/09/2021
Funding Amount:
$3,150.00
Department:
School of Earth and Sustainability