Net Zero Emissions
La Trobe University aims to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2029, becoming the first Victorian University to reach this milestone. The program covers:
- Campus Coverage: 267 hectares (660 acres) across 5 campuses, encompassing over 100 buildings and spaces.
- Large Scale Projects: 20 significant projects across the university focusing on:
- Renewable Energy Expansion: Installation of Solar PV systems with 2.5Mw capacity in Bundoora and 1.1Mw in regional campuses.
- Electrical Infrastructure Overhaul: Including extensive LED lighting upgrades.
- Operational Optimization: Enhancing Building Management Systems (BMS) for better energy efficiency.
- Building Electrification: Transitioning buildings to be fully electric.
- Waste Reduction: Implementing organic recycling programs.
- Green Star Buildings: Including the Sports Stadium, which boasts a 6 Green Star rating.
La Trobe University has already achieved significant milestones on its journey to net zero, including achieving net zero emissions status for its regional campuses by 2022. The university has installed around 7,500 solar panels at its Bundoora campus, generating 2.5 MW of renewable energy. Additionally, a new solar farm at Bundoora, set to be the largest urban solar farm in Victoria, will further boost the university’s renewable energy capacity.