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Northern Arizona University, "A University Going Green"

Type: Policy
Status: Published on 8/31/07
Source File: http://www4.nau.edu/president/initiatives/NAU_green.pdf
Description:
A university going green
Northern Arizona University has accepted the challenge to take a leadership role in creating a healthy, thriving, just and sustainable world.
This commitment is demonstrated in the curriculum, the construction of high-efficiency buildings, the use of reclaimed water, the implementation of a recycling program, the adoption of a sustainability plan and the university’s participation in a national coalition of university presidents to address the challenges of climate change.
The university hopes to win green when it earns a trifecta in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system. The Applied Research and Development building should qualify for a “Platinum” rating with the Business building qualifying for a “Gold” rating and the Engineering a “Silver.”
Means of being green
* NAU has committed to fueling most of its bus fleet and other vehicles used on campus with bio-diesel. Bio-diesel is a renewable fuel made from plant matter––usually a farm crop such as soybean––that burns cleaner than petroleum diesel.
* Through a partnership with the city of Flagstaff, NAU has significantly reduced waste by increasing the amount of material that it recycles. With the program, NAU diverts an average of 21 tons of recyclables per week.
* Forty-five percent of campus irrigation uses reclaimed water, saving more than 8 million gallons of potable water each year. With continuing assistance from the city of Flagstaff, the university will meet 95 percent of its irrigation needs with reclaimed water by next summer.
* A 160-kilowatt photovoltaic system donated by APS provides more than 20 percent of the electricity for the Applied Research and Development building. About 20 percent of the estimated needs of the ARD building will be supplied by solar energy. Excess power will be fed back into the grid with a credit to the university.
* Sodexho-NAU partners with local charitable organizations including food banks and women’s and children’s shelters to disperse hundreds of pounds of surplus food to those in need.
Category:Arizona
Category:Colleges
Category:Policies
Category:Sustainability Policies
Northland College, WI Land Stewardship Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://www.northland.edu/Northland/Soei/Programs/LandStewardship/LandStewardship.htm
Description:
Land Stewardship Services
The Land Stewardship Program at the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute cooperates with private landowners, businesses, public agencies and tribal governments to assist with environmental protection and restoration. Using an interdisciplinary approach and teams of Northland College faculty, staff and students assist in determining the capabilities of the land in order to develop more sustainable management goals.
Land Stewardship staff members use a community-based resource management approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of all physical and biological landscape components, including human communities. We recognize that involving local stakeholders results in more relevant solutions that take into account each community’s unique social, economic and environmental conditions and values.
We are currently working to enhance ecosystems by consulting and implementing services regarding water quality, natural resource management, and low impact development. Our projects include:
* Water Quality Projects
:Little Muskeg Wetland Restoration
:Roy Johnson's Wetland Monitoring and Maintenance
:St. Claire Street Stormwater Basin
:Cable Lakes Monitoring and Shoreline Restoration
:Coastal Wetland Monitoring
* Natural Resource Management Projects
:Northland Pathway
:Sigurd Olson Memorial Forest
:Native Landscaping
:Chequamegon Bay Clean Beach Challenge
:Bay City Creek Restoration and Protection
* Low Impact Development Projects
:AmericInn Landscape and Stormwater Basin
:Ashland and Washburn Community Urban Forestry
:Proposed Wal-Mart Stormwater Bioretention Pond and Landscaping
:Northland College Native Landscaping
Check out the "background info" tab to learn about the history and philosophy of the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute
Category:Colleges
Category:Land Use
Category:Programs
Category:Wetlands
Category:Wisconsin
Norway

* https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norway
* https://www.google.com/maps/place/Norway
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* http://www.theguardian.com/world/norway
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* http://www.lonelyplanet.com/norway
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* https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nationally_determined_contribution
* https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/all-about-ndcs
* https://unfccc.int/process-and-meetings/the-paris-agreement/nationally-determined-contributions-ndcs/nationally-determined-contributions-ndcs
Norway First NDC (2020 - Updated Submission) 
Norway First NDC (2016 - Archived)
INDC
Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) -- 2015 
* https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intended_Nationally_Determined_Contributions
 Norway's INDC plan - PDF
* http://www.mapsopensource.com/norway?url=norway
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/01/Europe-Norway.svg/1024px-Europe-Norway.svg.png
Category:Norway
Category:Europe
Category:Location
Category:Countries
Category:Agricultural Economics
Category:Ecological Economics
Category:Economic Development
Category:Human Rights
Category:INDC
Nuclear Weapons Tests

Recently declassified
The U.S. conducted 210 atmospheric nuclear tests between 1945 and 1962, with multiple cameras capturing each event at around 2,400 frames per second. 
These are the declassified films of tests conducted by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
December 2017 / 126 Videos
* https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvGO_dWo8VfcmG166wKRy5z-GlJ_OQND5
Category:Nuclear Weapons
Oakland, CA Enhancing the Ability of KTOP-TV to Provide Legislative Coverage

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 3/13/07
Vote: Unanimous
Source File: http://clerkwebsvr1.oaklandnet.com/attachments/15731.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO TRANSFER EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY-THREE THOUSAND THREE
HUNDRED SIXTY-ONE DOLLARS ($863,361) IN FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL PURPOSE FUND (1010) FROM AN AT&T SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT (P219410) TO THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS FUND (1760) TO SUPPORT, EXTEND AND ENHANCE THE ABILITY OF KTOP-TV TO PROVIDE LEGISLATIVE COVERAGE, TELEVISION SERVICES AND UPGRADE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND HEARING ROOMS''
WHEREAS, KTOP-TV is the City of Oakland's government television station charged with the
responsibility to provide gavel-to-gavel coverage of legislative meetings and telecasting
community-oriented programming; and
WHEREAS, up-to-date and current technology is necessary for KTOP-TV to fulfill its
responsibilities of providing television coverage; and
WHEREAS, funding in the amount of $863,361 is currently available in the General Purpose
Fund (1010) from an AT&T settlement agreement (P219410); and
WHEREAS, these funds are specifically earmarked for technology upgrades; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that expenditure of these funds will best enable KTOP-TV
to fulfill its legislative responsibilities and best support the Council's goals; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That the Oakland City Council hereby authorizes the City Administrator to
transfer $863,361 in funds from the General Purpose Fund (1010) to the Telecommunications
Fund (1760); and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED: That KTOP-TV shall expend these funds to support projects already
appropriated within the Telecommunications Fund (1760), Capital Improvement Project City
Administrator Organization (94020), and KTOP-TV Equipment Projects (C274610-30), to
extend and enhance the ability of KTOP-TV to provide legislative and television services, and
upgrade and maintenance of the City Council Chambers and hearing rooms.
Category:California
Category:City Governments
Category:Communications
Category:Oakland
Category:Resolutions
Oakland, CA In Support of CarFree Day

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted in 2005
Vote: Unanimous
Source File: http://clerkwebsvr1.oaklandnet.com/attachments/11748.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2005, AS THE CITY OF OAKLAND'S SECOND ANNUAL CARFREE DAY TO ENCOURAGE TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES TO DRIVING ALONE
WHEREAS, surveys indicate that 30 percent of Americans would prefer a less cardependent
lifestyle1 and
WHEREAS, decreased auto-dependent commuting can off-set the rising costs of
gasoline, reduce obesity and associated health problems, and alleviate air pollution traffic
congestion, among other benefits to Oakland's citizens; and
WHEREAS, walking, bicycling, carpooling and public transit are convenient options to
driving alone to work in Oakland and the Bay Area, and
WHEREAS, CarFree Day provides the opportunity to encourage commute alternatives to
driving alone, promote sustainable lifestyles, and support Oakland's initiatives to bring Bay Area
residents back to the premier transit-friendly hub city of the East Bay; and
WHEREAS, Oakland will celebrate its second year of participation in International
CarFree Day, making Oakland one of 800 cities observing this event around the world; now
therefore be it
RESOLVED: The City of Oakland hereby proclaims Thursday, September 22, 2005 as
Oakland CarFree Day to encourage commuters to try available transportation alternatives and to
provide visibility to the widespread public desire for the benefits of reduced automobile
dependence; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED: The City will observe CarFree Day by sponsoring a
transportation fair in Frank Ogawa Plaza featuring informational booths that promote available
and creative alternatives to driving alone; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED: The City encourages all employers, employees, businesses,
public agencies, nonprofit groups, and residents to participate in Oakland CarFree Day 2005.
1 Hirschhorn, J. S., and P. Souza. 2001. New community design to the rescue: fulfilling another American dream. National Governors Association. Washington, D. C.
Category:California
Category:City Governments
Category:Oakland
Category:Resolutions
Category:Transportation
Oakland, CA Local Food Policy Plan

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 1/17/06
Vote: Unanimous
Source File: http://clerkwebsvr1.oaklandnet.com/attachments/12777.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. 79680
REPORT AND RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR'S OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY TO DEVELOP AN OAKLAND FOOD
POLICY AND PLAN FOR THIRTY PERCENT LOCAL AREA FOOD PRODUCTION, BY UNDERTAKING AN INITIAL FOOD SYSTEMS
ASSESSMENT STUDY, CONDUCTED BY A RESEARCH TEAM FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY AND REGIONAL PLANNING,
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT BERKELEY, AT NO COST TO THE CITY.''
WHEREAS, the City of Oakland is committed to policies that promote the health and
well-being of our community and of our environment; and
WHEREAS 34% of the low-income adult population of Alameda County are food
insecure, meaning they lack reliable access to healthy foods, which can cause malnutrition and
hunger; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oakland can eliminate these conditions through policies and
programs that promote community food security, such that all residents are able to obtain a
safe, culturally acceptable, nutritionally adequate diet while maximizing community self-reliance
and social justice; and
WHEREAS, the schools our children attend should serve fresh, locally produced
foods that are organic or sustainably produced using least-toxic means wherever possible; and
WHEREAS, community and school gardens provide hands-on entrepreneur
opportunities by fostering business, academic, and life skills that can help Oakland's youth
become more self sufficient and productive adults; and
WHEREAS, jobs in Oakland's food distribution and processing sector number
approximately 4,000, and given the potential strength of the sector in Oakland, increasing
value-added production of local foods could create a major competitive advantage for Oakland
and significantly contribute to the City's job growth; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oakland can take the lead in supporting the preservation of
the region's foodshed by supporting Smart Growth policies that direct urban growth away
from prime agricultural land; and
WHEREAS, local food production for local consumption reduces the need for
transportation and thus the rate of atmospheric carbon dioxide accumulation; and
WHEREAS, there are no fiscal impacts associated with the study other than minimal
City staff time which will be sought to ensure the study reflects city policies and procedures
and will be supported by current budget appropriations, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the City of Oakland undertakes a study to examine current trends in
Oakland's food system and recommend programs and policies to promote a sustainability food
system for Oakland.
Category:California
Category:City Governments
Category:Food-Related Policies
Category:Oakland
Category:Resolutions
Oakland, CA Resolution Against the War

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted
Vote: Unanimous
Source File: 
Text:
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE CITY OF OAKLAND'S POSITION ON THE FOLLOWING 2002 FEDERAL LEGISLATION: SUPPORT: H.CON.RES.473 
Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the importance of the United States working through the United Nations to assure Iraq's compliance with United Nations Security Council resolutions and advance peace and security in the Persian Gulf region) by Congresswoman Barbara Lee 
WHEREAS, the residents of the City of Oakland have historically supported a rational approach to cooperative actions leading towards peace and stability throughout the world; and 
WHEREAS, the people of Oakland will benefit directly and indirectly from international cooperation and a diffusion of tensions in traditional areas of conflict such as the Middle East; and 
WHEREAS, the proposed resolution calls for the United States to work through the United Nations to renew arms inspections, assure Iraqi compliance with United Nations resolutions, and to oppose unilateral first strike military action; and
WHEREAS, the resolution outlines the history of Iraq's non-compliance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 687 (1991), United Security Council Resolution 1154, and additional United Nations resolutions on inspections, and this noncompliance violates international law and Iraq's ceasefire obligations and sets forth the need to renew weapons inspections and to seek out and destroy any weapons of mass destruction in Iraq; and 
WHEREAS, President Bush has called on the United Nations to assume its responsibilities and this resolution is a logical next step in supporting the United Nations Security Council Resolutions and its efforts; be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Oakland declares its support for H.Con.Res. 473 (Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the importance of the United States working through the United Nations to assure Iraq's compliance with United Nations Security Council resolutions and advance peace and security in the Persian Gulf region) by Congresswoman Barbara Lee; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED: that the City Council directs the City Manager and the City's legislative lobbyist to advocate the above positions in the United States Congress. 
Category:California
Category:City Governments
Category:Oakland
Category:Peace
Category:Resolutions
Oakland, CA Zoning Caps Superstores

Type: Ordinance (Zoning)
Status: Adopted on 10/21/03
Source File: 
Summary:
The City Council in Oakland, California, as expected, has voted to put size restrictions on superstore development. The action, taken October 21st, does not apply to all big box stores, but prohibits only big stores with more than 10,000 square feet of nontaxable sales--which means food sales. The ban does not affect warehouse clubs or home improvement stores, for example. "Oakland has a lot of neighborhood stores," Oakland city councilor Jane Brunner told Reuters news. She said the new ordinance was passed in order to protect smaller stores. 
Critics charge that Wal-Mart, which is the number 1 grocery in America after only 15 years in the business, has created a "race to the bottom" on wages, forcing grocery competitors to seek wage and benefit take-backs from their unionized workers. A number of major grocery chainstore competitors which are unionized have been battling with workers over give-backs. A United Food and Commercial workers strike is currently underway in Southern California, where Wal-Mart has planned a major assault. The union says the average Wal-Mart sales clerk earned between $7 and $8 per hour, while the average wage for a check-out clerk at Albertsons was $18 an hour. 
Wal-Mart, which is suing several communities which have enacted such size limit laws, and challenging others on the ballot, said they were "clearly disappointed," in the Oakland vote. Wal-Mart is challenging similar votes in Contra Costa and Inglewood, California. "Oakland is trying to create a false marketplace by not allowing all retailers to compete," a company spokesperson told Reuters. Wal -Mart has never said it pays higher wages than its competitors. Instead, it says it pays the prevailing wage. A single woman with a child, working at Wal-Mart for $7.50 an hour, and working "full time" at 28 hours per week, is working below poverty, eligible for food stamps, and eligible for a federal earned income tax credit--all subsidized by federal taxpayers.
Category:Big-Box Retail
Category:California
Category:City Governments
Category:Oakland
Category:Ordinances
Oklahoma City, OK "This City is Going On A Diet" Initiative

Type: Program
Status: Established in 2007
Source File: http://www.thiscityisgoingonadiet.com/
Description: 
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"This City is Going On A Diet" is a challenge created by Mayor Mick Cornett to the citizens of Oklahoma City to lose One Million Pounds in 2008. The fact that obesity across America is growing faster than our society can cure it has raised particular awareness in Oklahoma City, which is among the top ten of most obese cities in the United States. Mayor Cornett and other community leaders that you will see on this site bring this crisis to the forefront and ask that every citizen in Oklahoma City to get involved!
The City is primed to create a healthier lifestyle with its great park trails for biking, walking and running, and countless wellness runs and walks that support local and national charities. Through this program, the citizens of Oklahoma City will be able to track their individual and citywide progress of weight lost. With resources located on this OKC Million Web site, individuals and teams are encouraged to lose weight and exercise at a pace that is comfortable to them.
Leading by Example
Mayor Mick Cornett has had his own challenge with weight. He has lost 38 pounds since April of 2007. "Everyone wants to feed the Mayor. I was gaining over five pounds a year. Loosing weight is about what you eat. I have to eat less and watch what I eat. If I'm going to speak on obesity, I have to be a better example."
Get Involved!
Together we can become healthier citizens of Oklahoma City. EVERYONE is encouraged to join in the OKC Million community challenge to lose a total of 1,000,000 (ONE MILLION) POUNDS in 2008! Individuals, families, friends, corporations, churches, local organizations, community groups, sports teams, police departments, fire departments and schools are all welcome!
Category:City Governments
Category:Health
Category:Oklahoma
Category:Programs
Olathe, KS Recycled Paper Products Procurement Policy

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 9/16/94
Source File: http://www.olatheks.org/files/CityDocuments/ccp/F-3.pdf
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-1110
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING POLICIES FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF RECYCLED PAPER PRODUCTS.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF OLATHE, KANSAS:
SECTION ONE: It shall be the policy of the city of Olathe in its purchase of paper products to
purchase recycled products to the extent available in the market place and at reasonable prices in
order to conserve natural resources and to reduce any adverse impact on the environment created
through use or disposal.
SECTION TWO: For the purposes of this policy, the words "reasonable prices" shall
mean that the city may pay up to ten percent (10%) above the lowest price bid for a virgin
material product in order to obtain a similar product that utilizes recycled materials.
SECTION THREE: For the purpose of this policy, the words "recycled product" shall
mean a product utilizing recycle material, including an appropriate amount of post-consumer
waste in its manufacture and as recommended by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency.
SECTION FOUR: This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Category:Buy Green Policy
Category:City Governments
Category:Kansas
Category:Resolutions
Olympia, WA Low Emission Standards for Washington State

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 2/5/05
Source File: Click here
Text:
RESOLUTION NO. M-1586
A RESOLUTION in support of Clean Car (Low Emission) Standards for Washington State
WHEREAS, vehicles in Washington State contribute approximately fifty-seven percent of criteria
air pollutant emissions, eighty percent of air toxics emissions, and fifty-five percent of greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, pollutants such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons cause respiratory and other health ailments; and
WHEREAS, pollution through vehicle emissions causes smog, contributes to global climate change, and poses a profound threat to the region’s natural and economic systems; and
WHEREAS, low-emission cars, trucks, and other vehicles are available for purchase in Washington State by private, commercial, and public sector consumers; and
WHEREAS, the Olympia City Council has a long history of supporting policies and programs to
reduce pollution and respond to climate change caused by global warming; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2004 the Olympia City Council approved Resolution M-1550 – A Strategy to Manage and Reduce Energy and Fuel Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions – which includes an initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from City operations by two percent per year until certain stated levels are met; and
WHEREAS, it is an appropriate role of the Olympia City Council to promote the health and welfare of the citizens of Olympia, Washington and the region’s natural environment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Olympia City Council hereby communicates its support for legislation and regulatory action establishing motor vehicle emission standards in Washington State, such as the California motor vehicle emission standards in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, that result in the lowering of emissions and pollutants.
Category:City Governments
Category:Gas-Powered Transportation
Category:Olympia
Category:Resolutions
Category:Washington