From local to global scales, most of the environmental problems we face are in some way linked to our reliance on fossil fuels for energy. Photovoltaic (PV) panels on the roof of the Lewis Center use renewable energy from the sun to meet a substantial fraction of the building's energy needs. Solar energy production is coupled with energy efficient lighting, heating, and appliances to minimize negative environmental impact, and is interconnected with the local utility grid.

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