Sonoma State University

Blue Strike defined three scenarios for Sonoma State University to consider. The three scenarios are differentiated by the level of investment required and impact on greenhouse gas (GHG) levels. Scenario 1 includes the installation of six solar PV projects on campus property, full replacement of fleet with electric vehicles (according to the existing schedule), and over 60 energy efficiency measures from lighting to HVAC retrofits. It also includes vital repairs to heating and hot water (HHW) leaks and optimizing HHW controls. Scenario II includes all the measures from Scenario I, and adds additional energy efficiency measures including a series of retro-commissioning and building electrification projects, including a heat recovery chiller at the central utility plant (CUP). Scenario III includes projects in Scenarios I and II, and adds additional building electrification, and an air-source heat pump for full electrification of the central plant. Scenario III is the only one to achieve full carbon neutrality without the use of carbon offsets.