Tags: OPP | Penn State University

No more snow days?

9/28/18

Since 2010, the University Park campus has canceled classes just three full days due to snowfall. Much to the chagrin of students — and likely some faculty and staff — the snow day at Penn State may just have become even more elusive, thanks to software developed by recent industrial engineering graduate Achal Goel.

Earle, Stuart halls earn LEED certification for environmental friendliness

9/12/18

Earl and Stuart halls in the East Housing Area at Penn State’s University Park campus have achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council in recognition of sustainable design and construction practices.

Impacts to Curtin Road near Pattee Library beginning Friday, July 20

7/16/18

Reconstruction of the raised pedestrian crosswalk on Curtin Road near Pattee Library will take place beginning Friday, July 20 through Monday, July 23.

Penn State OPP earns IBcon Digie Award for 'Most Intelligent Building Project'

6/26/18

The facility automation network group in Penn State’s Office of Physical Plant was honored with the prestigious IBcon Digie Award at the annual IBcon conference by Tempered Networks Inc. OPP was recognized for its innovation and success in deploying the "Most Intelligent Building Project" on a college campus.

Faculty and staff encouraged to reduce electrical usage for June 21 load test

6/12/18

From 4 to 5 p.m. on June 21, Penn State will conduct its annual test of University Park’s capability to reduce its electricity load when called upon during national or regional power emergencies. Last year’s test reduced the power load by 40 percent, or about 16 megawatts, during the test hour.

Ribbon-cutting marks reopening of renovated Agricultural Engineering Building

6/8/18

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today (June 8) to mark the official opening of Penn State’s rebuilt and renovated Agricultural Engineering Building, which houses the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering in the College of Agricultural Sciences.