<p>As "open-window season" comes into full swing, we would like to remind people to close windows when leaving classrooms and other spaces on campus. Windows that are left open present both security and sustainability challenges.</p>
<p>When temperatures plunge as the sun goes down or the wind picks up, the heating system kicks in and generates wasted energy and carbon emissions that simply fly out the window. As Western strives to meet ambitious climate goals, the contributions of all of us are key for success.</p>
