In searching for cooling options for Cornell University, a team
of New York engineers turned to the "cold, deep water of Cayuga Lake."
The use of lake source cooling eliminated the use of refrigerant
based chillers, reducing energy use by 86%. It also saves more than
20 million kWh/year.
"Use of lake source cooling provides a passive and technologically
simple cooling option for Cornell University, using a natural,
non-polluting
and renewable resource," W.S. "Lanny" Joyce, the project manager, said. "It
is designed and operated with great care to protect the lake."