Kirsch Center for Environmental Studies

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Energy Training
This building is a major statewide training center for energy professionals and building facilities staff and contains the first Statewide Energy Management Program (SEMP) lab and classroom.  The Kirsch Center is a favorite location for policy makers, school officials, student groups, Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and foreign visitors to visit and use for conferences on energy and environmental issues.

Energy Management (SEMP) Lab & Distance Education SEMP Classroom
The Statewide Energy Management Program is housed in two classrooms – the SEMP lab and Mediated Learning classroom.  The SEMP lab functions both as a high tech demonstration area for energy equipment and systems and as a computer lab.  The Mediated Learning classroom has broadcast capability for the Statewide Energy Management courses and environmental studies programs.  

Environmental Studies & Environmental Sciences Degrees & Certificates:

• Environmental Stewardship
• Biodiversitys
• Environmental Law & Pollution Prevention
• Energy Management and Climate Policy

Students and the general public are always welcome at the Kirsch Center during normal working hours! 

To schedule a tour or to learn more about our programs, please contact:

Pat Cornely
Executive Director
Kirsch Center for Environmental Studies
Room KC 218
408.864.8628

Julie Phillips
Morgan Family Chair in Environmental Studies
Room KC 219
408.864.8655

The Kirsch Center is located near the south entrance to De Anza College. Visit our campus map for directions.

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