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Cleveland State University
LOCATION
Cleveland | Ohio
FACILITY TYPE
University Recreation Center
ECO-POWR™ PRODUCTS
7
FACILITY SIZE
152,000 sq. ft.
(14,121 sq. m)
POTENTIAL ENERGY PRODUCTION
3,136 KW/year*

How Cleveland State University is Turning Workouts into Wattage

At Cleveland State University (CSU), sustainability is more than just a buzzword—it’s a guiding principle that shapes student life and campus initiatives. As the winner of the 2024 SportsArt Campus Challenge, CSU earned the opportunity to integrate ECO-POWR™ cardio equipment into its Recreation Center, turning each workout into a step toward a greener future.

By installing seven ECO-POWR™ units, CSU enables students to convert their exercise energy into usable electricity, furthering the university’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY IS EXCITED TO PARTNER WITH SPORTSART WITH THE PLACEMENT OF THEIR ECO-POWR™ CARDIO EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT ACHIEVES ON OUR DEPARTMENT’S STRATEGIC PRIORITIES BY OFFERING PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND FINANCIAL WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR STUDENTS, FACULTY, STAFF AND SURROUNDING CSU COMMUNITY.

Nick Froelich | Director of University Recreation and Wellbeing

A Campus-Wide Commitment to Going Green

Integrating ECO-POWR™ equipment allows CSU students to actively participate in sustainability efforts through their daily routines. This initiative not only promotes personal health but also aligns with the university’s broader environmental goals.

Research indicates a growing consumer preference for sustainable brands:

  • 66% of global consumers are willing to pay more for brands committed to sustainability.1
  • 73% of Millennials express a willingness to pay extra for sustainable offerings.1

These trends underscore the importance of sustainability in attracting and retaining a conscientious community.

SUSTAINABILITY IS AN IMPORTANT INITIATIVE ON CLEVELAND STATE’S CAMPUS. OUR UNIVERSITY RECREATION AND WELLBEING TEAM EMBODIES THIS THROUGH ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.

Laura Garvin | Winner of the 2024 SportsArt Campus Challenge and Graduate Supervisor of Recreation Programming at CSU

From Movement to Momentum

By incorporating SportsArt’s ECO-POWR™ technology, Cleveland State University is turning individual workouts into collective impact. The partnership supports student health, environmental responsibility, and financial efficiency—all while shaping a more sustainable future.

Whether you’re breaking a sweat or breaking new ground in campus innovation, CSU proves that wellness and sustainability can power each other—literally.

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*Potential energy production based on equipment producing 160 watts per hour, 8 hours per day, 350 days per year