NC State Hosts Energy Week
NC State University will host its fifth annual Energy Week, from Monday, September 30 through Sunday, October 6. This week of events aims to increase visibility of the university’s energy use, research and opportunity to shape a clean energy future.
Browse the Energy Week events below and RSVP today. More event information can be found at go.ncsu.edu/EnergyWeek.
PULSTAR Nuclear Reactor Tour
Monday, Sept. 30, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Burlington Nuclear Engineering Lab, Registration Closed
Join the NC State Staff Senate Resources and Environment Committee to tour the NC State PULSTAR Nuclear Reactor Facility and learn about the critical research being conducted at the university.
Energy and Water Competition Kickoff
Monday, Sept. 30, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wolf Plaza
Kick off the Fall Energy and Water Competition, which will be held at the Tri-Towers Residence Halls, by testing your energy knowledge with the Sustainability Stewards.
Centennial Campus Utility Plant Tour
Tuesday, Oct. 1, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m., Centennial Campus Utility Plant, Register to Attend
Discover what it takes to power Centennial Campus with this behind-the-scenes tour of the Centennial Campus Utility Plant by Utilities and Engineering.
Spark Talks: Energy Research Competition
Tuesday, Oct. 1, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m., Talley Student Union, room 4270, Register to Present and Attend Here
Join the Student Energy Club at NC State for 3-minute lightning presentations on the latest student energy research happening here at NC State. Refreshments and prizes provided, courtesy of FREEDM Systems Center at NC State.
Solar Brunch
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m., Solar Space at 101 Lampe Drive (Gardener Arboretum), Learn More
Join the Sustainability Stewards for free waffles and smoothies made using solar energy.
The Engineering Place at The Solar House: Tours!
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Solar House at 1201 Gorman Street, Learn More
Join The Engineering Place at the NC State Solar House to explore sustainable features in buildings on tours starting every hour, on the hour.
Energy Art
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., Partners Building 1 in The Garage, Register to Attend
Let your energy flow onto the canvas while learning more about campus energy. This event is hosted by Real Estate and Development and the Crafts Center.
Electric Vehicle Showcase
Thursday, Oct. 3, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., The Corner at 941 Main Campus Drive, Learn More
Join NC Clean Energy Technology Center to test drive and learn about the benefits of electric vehicles. Food trucks will also be onsite.
Leading the Clean Energy Transition: A Conversation with Dr. Henry McKoy
Thursday, Oct. 3, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Albright Entrepreneurship Garage, Register to Attend
Join the Business Sustainability Collaborative to welcome Dr. Henry McKoy, the inaugural Director of the Office of State and Community Energy Programs in the U.S. Department of Energy, for an insightful conversation facilitated by Malhar Shah, Founder and CEO of microWatt, and Jenkins MBA and BSC Associate Alumni.
Sustainable Labs at NC State
Thursday, Oct. 3, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., by Zoom, Register to Attend
Discover how to certify your campus lab sustainable to save energy, reduce waste, and promote a sustainable research environment. This virtual session is open to all lab managers and users at NC State University
Solar Array Tour
Friday, Oct. 4, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Fitts-Woolard Hall, Register to Attend
Learn how NC State generates energy on-site atop Fitts-Woolard Hall, a LEED Silver-certified building, with NC State Energy Management.
SolarPack: Energy Week Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 5, 3:00 – 4:00 pm in the High Bay Building (behind Engineering Building III), room HB104.
Discover NC State’s solar vehicle team, SolarPack, and learn more about building a multi-occupancy solar car.
EV Showcase at Pack Football
Saturday, Oct. 5, TBD, Close-King Indoor Practice Facility Tailgate Lot, Carter-Finley Stadium, Learn More
Join the NC Clean Energy Technology Center in the tailgate lots prior to the Sustainable Wolfpack football game to learn more about electric vehicles.
Sustainable Wolfpack Game
Saturday, Oct. 5, TBD, Carter-Finley Stadium, Learn More
Join NC State Athletics as they celebrate sustainability and showcase their numerous energy-saving initiatives, including:
- Take the Sustainable Wolfpack Pledge and commit to using less energy
- Ride the Red Terror bus to and from the game
- Save energy by recycling their cans, bottles and cardboard as part of the stadium’s Zero Waste Wolfpack program
Pack Football Post-Game Sort
Sunday, Oct. 6, Time TBA, Carter-Finley Stadium, Register to Attend
Join the Zero Waste Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium to divert recyclables and compost away from the landfill.
Sunday Bike Ride
Sunday, Oct. 6, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m., Memorial Belltower, Register to Attend
Join a group bike ride led by Black Girls Do Bike and NC State Transportation! Discover the fun and easy way to explore Raleigh and save energy by riding a bike.
Energy Week events have been planned by a team of students, faculty and staff across campus. Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/EnergyWeek.