Throughout March LSU is competing in the UNPLUG Energy Conservation Competition! This competition is fourth annual UNPLUG competition among on-campus communities to see which community can reduce energy consumption the most.

This year LSU is competing against 150 other schools through www.Competetoreduce.com . Doing One Thing such as taking shorter showers, unplugging your chargers, and using more natural light, are things we can do to win and help bring us to a more sustainable campus.  Each of our own DOTs added together will make a difference! Residents of the winning community- one residence hall community and one apartment community - will be invited to attend an exclusive catered party with prizes such as sunglasses, cups, gift certificates, reusable bags and more!  

Also, keep an eye out for the mysterious GREEN BANDITS in the next few weeks as they raid the halls and apartments to encourage sustainable practices! Tell your RA if you want the Green bandits to come inspect your room and earn prizes!  Get details at http://unplug.lsu.edu.   

What can you do?

1.       GEAUX to http://buildingdashboard.net/lsu/#/lsu/and check out our progress as we compete against 150 other colleges and universities.

2.       DO your one thing! Make small adjustments to your daily routines to save energy, recycle, reduce water and food waste or live better. Unplug your phone charger, turn off lights, take the stairs, or take shorter showers. Look for more tips throughout the competition!

3.       Do One Thing & Tell The World!

Facebook Users:

Update your status with “I pledge to [insert your pledge here] for @competetoreduce @LSU for UNPLUG 2012!”

Twitter Users:

Tweet “getting excited to @competetoreduce @LSU for #unplugLSU2012. I pledge to [then insert your statement here]”

Get the most current information on saving energy and competition details at http://unplug.lsu.edu.  By making small adjustments in our daily routine, we can positively impact the world around us.  LSU community practice energy efficiency in everyday living, and cultivate greater awareness for sustainable practices.

For more pictures go to the LSU ResLife facebook page and click on the album : UNPLUG 2012 !!!