Environmental objectives for energy use
We work towards smarter and more efficient energy use. Our environmental objectives drive us to reduce energy consumption, increase efficiency, and choose solutions that strengthen a sustainable and resilient SLU—today and for the future.
1. Production of fossilfree energy
By 2027, 50% of electricity consumed and 95% of energy used for heating is to come from renewable sources, primarily solar. This applies to all properties managed by SLU.
Action plan:
Draw up a proposal for investing in a minimum of 3,000m2 of solar panels. Division of Real Estate Management prepares the matter for decision. Must be support for the decision from the Vice-Chancellor’s Management Group.
Follow-up:
In 2023, we produced fossil-free energy corresponding to 46% of our electricity consumption and 99% of our heating needs. This calculation was done based on all the properties we manage.
2. Energy efficiency
By 2027, SLU will have streamlined all energy use (electricity, heating, cooling) by at least 8% per rented m2, compared to 2019. This is the equivalent of energy streamlining of at least 1% per rented m2 per year, and will not have any detrimental impact on SLU’s operations and tenants.
Action plan:
Follows maintenance plan. Transition to LED lighting, improve ventilation, replace windows, etc.
Follow-up:
During 2023, energy use in SLU’s properties increased by four per cent per square meter, compared to 2019. Energy use from electricity and heating has reduced by five and eight per cent respectively. However, property area has also decreased by approximately 10 per cent, negatively affecting our target attainment.
3. Energy savings
By 2027, SLU and Akademiska hus will save a minimum 15% of energy in the properties SLU rents, based on usage information from 2019. The target includes electricity, heating and cooling and is calculated at kWh per rented m2 and will not have any detrimental impact on SLU’s operations and tenants.
Action plan:
Continually: each building and campus must draw up its own list of actions based on saved kWh. Must be updated annually.
New builds: install submeters (electricity). Make environmental silver standard a requirement.
Follow-up:
The energy consumption in 2023 was 209 kWh/m2, a 9% decrease since 2019.