tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628Wed, 04 Sep 2024 23:22:03 +0000<center>The Battle of the Bulbs is a month-long electricity reduction competition. The dormitory that reduces its electricity usage by the highest percentage at the end of February WINS THE GREEN CUP and an organic food STUDY BREAK! Individual participation is rewarded with entry into a RAFFLE--including people who don't live in Housing!</center>http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Mojowen)Blogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-3834316993533732698Wed, 04 Mar 2009 03:08:00 +00002009-03-03T19:08:28.144-08:00Click to enlarge.A special thanks to everyone who attended the Closing Ceremony and congratulations to Breckinridge House!http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/03/final-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-6675085286057771636Mon, 23 Feb 2009 22:26:00 +00002009-02-23T14:26:34.590-08:00We will be distributing free CFLs on Tuesday and Wednesday in the Reynolds Club between 11.30 and 2.00.&nbsp; You can bring your old incandescent bulbs to trade in!http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/02/free-cfls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-657657704623179549Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:05:00 +00002009-02-21T12:19:03.800-08:00&nbsp;Click to enlarge.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/02/week-3-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-4947563947098248231Mon, 16 Feb 2009 20:13:00 +00002009-02-16T12:26:02.631-08:00Tip of the Week: Last one awake in your house or dorm at night? Make a quick round to check for empty common areas and bathrooms with the lights still on. Flick them off--and prevent several hours of unnecessary energy use. [Click to enlarge]http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/02/week-2-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Adrienne)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-127517265863559054Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:30:00 +00002009-02-07T19:46:04.597-08:00&nbsp;Click for fullview.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/02/week-1-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-1891328109589847957Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:26:00 +00002009-02-03T10:19:37.581-08:00Target of the Week: 5% reduction in electricity use. Tip of the Week: Open the blinds and let in the light! Taking advantage of natural sunlight reduces your need for electric lighting, cutting down on energy use. Talk to us! Stop by our table in the Reynold's Club every Tuesday and Wednesday of February, between 11am and 2pm and... 1) Sign a pledge to reduce energy and be entered into our http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/02/week-1-begins-energy-meters-are-running.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Adrienne)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-8990711931383587061Sat, 24 Jan 2009 22:32:00 +00002009-01-29T13:21:57.999-08:00The baseline will be calculated from readings taken in January, 2009, and all subsequent reductions will be measured as a percentage of said baseline.Every Friday, Facilities will read the electricity meter in each of the 10 participating dorms to record how much energy has been used in the past week. For each dorm, this weekly number will then be compared to that of a typical week in January. http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-are-reductions-being-calculated.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Adrienne)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-9169109075736669507Sat, 24 Jan 2009 22:14:00 +00002009-01-24T14:32:37.687-08:00Due to the logistics of collecting electricity data, this year the Battle will begin on Saturday, January 31 instead of the usual February 1, and end on February 27.Throughout the competition, you can check back here each week to see how your dorm is doing. May the darkest dorm win!http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/01/battle-begins-on-saturday-january-31.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Adrienne)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-8671108253999292622Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:38:00 +00002009-01-19T20:41:01.204-08:00To promote Battle of the Bulbs and get everyone ready to do it in the dark, GCI will be holding a bake sale of delicious organic goodies.&nbsp; Be sure to stop by! Details: 9 a.m. till 12 p.m. inside Cobb January 27th-29th (fourth week) http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/01/bake-sale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-7200157687254236254Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:32:00 +00002009-01-15T14:35:32.316-08:00It's time. Battle of the Bulbs is back for what we hope will be another energy-saving month!&nbsp; Stay tuned for updates such as energy-saving tips, the closing and opening ceremonies, and any other things that will help you go greener by signing up for our RSS feed (top of the sidebar). Last year's results can be found here.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2009/01/battle-of-bulbs-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-136694317555788997Tue, 04 Mar 2008 03:26:00 +00002008-03-03T19:37:01.908-08:00Tonight the Green Cup trophy, designed by Dudley House RH Charles McGhee Hassrick, moves to its new home at Breckenridge House, the 2008 Battle of the Bulbs winner! Congratulations again!Breck House also won an organic study break from Trader Joe's!Congratulations also to our raffle draw winners:$25 Gift Certificate to the Seminary Co-op Bookstore (Alicia Caillier, Mathews House)$25 Gift http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/03/closing-ceremonies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-3523479587059140240Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:53:00 +00002008-03-03T09:56:35.092-08:00Tonight at 8 p.m. in McCormick Tribune Lounge, come for:The awarding of the Green CupRaffle prize winners: prizes from Patagonia, the Seminary Co-op, and more!Free Food!http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/03/closing-event.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-6507929834950733732Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:52:00 +00002009-01-18T15:41:09.768-08:00Final Results are in: congratulations to Breckinridge and Maclean, who placed first and second!Click on the image to enlarge it.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/03/results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-9049912744045337891Mon, 25 Feb 2008 08:23:00 +00002008-02-24T22:24:15.869-08:00This week, it's time to go all out--storm the lounges, check the bathrooms, and conserve as much electricity as you can. Don't forget that clothes dryers and elevators also use a lot of energy, so limit your use of these as much as possible!Also, don't forget about No Power Hour on Thursday!http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/last-tip-of-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-855642162987450476Mon, 25 Feb 2008 05:40:00 +00002008-02-24T22:23:25.207-08:00Celebrate the final week of Battle of the Bulbs with a (No) Power Hour on Thursday from 9-10 p.m. Go dark by turning off all your lights and by unplugging everything possible for the hour!http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/do-it-in-dark-no-power-hour.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-4339947594234223210Mon, 25 Feb 2008 05:39:00 +00002008-02-24T19:43:30.734-08:00Week 4 is your big chance to do something special to show your committment to energy conservation! Don't slack off now!Click on the image to enlarge it.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/week-3-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-5682080830587749062Mon, 18 Feb 2008 23:19:00 +00002008-02-18T13:19:58.709-08:00Remember, victory depends on your overall energy reduction, so don't wait until the 4th week to get proactive! Click on the image to enlarge it.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/week-3-targets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-8773428461306894304Mon, 18 Feb 2008 21:35:00 +00002008-02-18T07:39:29.323-08:00Most of the energy used by a washing machine comes from heating the water. Next time you do laundry, use warm or cold water instead of hot (clothes also last longer that way!). You can also hang clothes to dry rather than putting them in the dryer.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/tip-of-week_17.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-8004717226811134814Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:36:00 +00002008-02-17T13:42:22.569-08:00Most electronic devices (such as computers and monitors) and appliances (including microwaves, dishwashers, and toasters) come with an Energy Star label that identifies energy efficient products.The EPA estimates that selective purchase of Energy Star devices saved around $12 billion in 2005.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/did-you-know-energy-star-devices.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-2516173675249218714Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:32:00 +00002008-02-18T07:42:17.322-08:00Building Week 2: 8th–15th Target Usage %Blackstone 3584 3720 -6.6Breckinridge 4392 3840 -21.3Broadview 7371 7020 -14.3Burton-Judson 18765 21000 +0.7Maclean 5565 5423 -12.3Pierce 19608 http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/week-2-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-6450389605298198064Sat, 09 Feb 2008 22:11:00 +00002008-02-09T14:12:28.255-08:00As Week 2 begins, here's another tip to lead your house to victory:Last one awake in your house at night? Make a quick round to check for empty common areas and bathrooms with the lights still on. Flick them off--and prevent several hours of unnecessary energy use.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/tip-of-week_09.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-374384635036297392Sat, 09 Feb 2008 22:07:00 +00002008-02-09T14:09:45.503-08:00Click on the image to enlarge it (depending on your web browser, you might have to click again once it opens in a new window).http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/week-1-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-1878865634337225001Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:34:00 +00002008-02-05T14:13:52.764-08:00Have you seen those awesome 100% organic cotton Battle of the Bulbs t-shirts from American Apparel around campus? You too can become a proud wearer for the low price of $10! Just stop by our table in the Reynolds Club this week on Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 11:30-2 p.m.If you buy a t-shirt, we'll hook you up with two free tickets to the raffle at our closing ceremony, where we will be http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/t-shirts-cfls-pledge-forms-etc.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-5833084985543871510Mon, 04 Feb 2008 05:04:00 +00002008-02-03T19:28:36.314-08:00Click on the image to enlarge it (depending on your web browser, you might have to click again once it opens in a new window).http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/week-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996762160801286628.post-3152940688972721046Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:09:00 +00002008-02-01T08:09:44.245-08:00Open the blinds and let in the light! Taking advantage of natural sunlight reduces your need for electric lighting, cutting down on energy use.http://battleofbulbs.blogspot.com/2008/02/tip-of-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (PD)