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University of California-San Diego Principles of Sustainability

Type: Policy
Status: In effect
Source File: Click here
Text:
UC San Diego strives to practice and promote the principle of sustainability, which we define as taking from the Earth only what it can provide indefinitely, thus leaving future generations no less than we have access to ourselves.
The following draft "Principles of Sustainability" marks the beginning of a series of conversations between members of the Advisory Committee on Sustainability and the UC San Diego community.
We encourage you to join the conversation and share your thoughts on these sustainability principles.
The ultimate success of the university, the well-being of its constituents and the surrounding community, depend on our ability to achieve our research, education, and service missions while promoting sustainable behaviors and practices.
The university, therefore, establishes and acknowledges the following Principles of Sustainability in order to establish sustainability as a foundational value of the university, equivalent to the importance of diversity, free expression, and open inquiry set forth in the UCSD Principles of Community.
* We are committed to the creation of a sustainable relationship between human societies and the natural environment upon which we all depend.
* We recognize that sustainability is a key part of our mission, and that sustainability encompasses social, economic, and cultural interactions set within a supporting ecosystem.
* We recognize that UCSD can make vital contributions to sustainability solutions through its research, teaching, and operations.
* We encourage the development of academic programs to create sustainability solutions through research and experiential learning.
* We encourage the incorporation of sustainability concepts in all academic disciplines and across all levels of education and campus operations.
* We commit to conduct open, periodic assessments of UCSD’s progress toward sustainability to guide campus policy and decision making, and to openly communicate assessment results to the university community.
We are committed to the development and enforcement of policies that promote the fulfillment of these principles.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Policies
Category:Sustainability Policies
University of California-San Diego Sustainable Building Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
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Description:
UC San Diego is committed to a sustainable building program and "best design" practices applied to new construction projects and renovations.
Some projects are registered with the United States Green Building Council's (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program, and others are registered with the University of California's LEED-equivalency program.
All projects over $5 million, approved after July 2004, are required to target the achievement of Silver or Silver-equivalent rating — but must achieve at a minimum a Certified or Certified-equivalent rating, per Regental policy. All new buildings must also out-perform the Title 24 (state building code) energy requirements by 20%.
In addition, UCSD Facilities Design & Construction is committed to advancing the process of integrated design, specific to the exact micro-climate not only of the UCSD campus, but to the exact parcel within the campus, and tailored to the function of the building.
Integrated design:
* Results in wise use of energy and materials
* Harnesses the temperate climate, the prevailing breezes, and the sun's effect on the building
* Effectively deals with the moisture and salts in the air normal to the location close to the Pacific Ocean
See a map (PDF) of current building projects, including targeted sustainability rating and status.
Find out more about UCSD's Sustainability Building Program and Design Practices.
Category:Building Standards
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Programs
University of California-San Francisco Smoke-Free Workplace

Type: Policy
Status: Last revised on 7/1/05
Source File: http://policies.ucsf.edu/550/55010.htm
Text:
550-10 Smoke-Free Workplace
I. Purpose
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has adopted a smoke-free campus policy in order to minimize health risk, improve the quality of air, and enhance the environment in all facilities.
II. Definitions
Public building: A building owned and occupied, or leased and occupied, by the state. The definition of “state” or “state agency” includes each campus of the University of California as defined pursuant to Section 11000, the Legislature, the Supreme Court, and the Courts of Appeal. [Government Code Relating to Tobacco; Chapter 32 “Smoking in Public Buildings” 7596 (2)(b)].
Campus is defined to include University-owned or leased property, buildings, space, and University-owned passenger vehicles and moving equipment, including light and heavy trucks, cargo and passenger vans, buses, and any other mobile equipment with an enclosed or enclosable driver/passenger compartment.
III. Policy
To provide a smoke-free environment for its faculty, staff, students, patients, and visitors, UCSF shall be a smoke-free campus. Smoking is prohibited on University-owned or leased property, buildings, vehicles and moving equipment. This policy applies to all members of the campus community (including faculty, staff, students, patients, and visitors) at all UCSF sites.
A. Smoking is prohibited in any location except for officially posted designated smoking areas.
B. Tobacco products may not be sold in any UCSF facility.
IV. Responsibility
A. All faculty, staff, students, patients, and visitors must observe this smoke-free policy. Supervisors are responsible for enforcing this policy in their areas, and for addressing problems through the existing administrative structure.
B. "No smoking" signs will be posted and maintained in public areas by Capital Projects and Facilities Management (CPFM). Additional signs are available from CPFM for departments and administrative units to post within their areas as needed.
C. CPFM is responsible for ensuring that signs are displayed clearly at all entrances to the campus, as well as in other conspicuous locations, to notify the public that smoking is permitted only in officially designated areas and is otherwise prohibited on campus grounds or in campus buildings.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Policies
Category:Smoking
University of California-Santa Barbara Commingled Recycling

Type: Program
Status: Launched in March 2008
Source File: http://facilities.ucsb.edu/departments/recycling/default.asp
Description:
Commingled Recycling Comes to UCSB!
The UCSB Recycling Program is excited to announce a six-month trial program of commingled recycling at UCSB! Starting in March 2008, the Recycling Program under the capable guidance of Mary Ann Hopkins will be teaming up with Custodial Services to provide building occupants with commingled recycling at their desks, in addition to familiar source separation. The buildings chosen for this test are: Embarcadero Hall, Ellison, Bren, Life Science, and North Hall. For 20-plus years, the occupants and visitors of UCSB have accomplished an aggressive source-separation program that produced clean streams of valuable office pack, aluminum, plastic, and cardboard that has defrayed solid waste disposal costs in addition to maintaining a diversion rate above 50% which has kept the campus ahead of State, County, and UCOP requirements.
The State of California and UCOP have set the following goals for waste diversion statewide: 50% by June 2008, 75% by June 2012, and 100% by June 2020. Thanks to the combined efforts of office occupants, Ms. Hopkins, the Custodial staff, and the A.S. Recycling Program, this campus recycled 95.6 tons of cardboard, 55.73 tons of "office pack," and 264.16 tons of commingled material during calendar year 2006 which puts us well above the 50% total diversion mark.
However, to make the next leap to 75%, UCSB will be striving even harder to capture the residual recyclable materials that unfortunately end up in the Tajiguas Landfill. On a six-month trial basis; classroom, conference room, personal office, and departmental office refuse cans will be converted to commingled recycling: plastic, aluminum, metal, glass, newspapers, or anything that is not organic and is not "office pack". "Office pack" (all non-glossy paper) will still be separated into the clip-on blue bins at each refuse can, and office occupants will be responsible for emptying these blue bins into the large, labeled "office pack" containers that Custodial staff service. The commingled recyclables will be mechanically and hand-sorted at the MarBorg facility downtown.
Organic materials such as apple cores, food items, tea bags, etc., must be placed only in kitchen or restroom refuse cans, where they will be serviced daily. It is very important that all organic waste be scrupulously kept out of commingled recycling to keep the cost to UCSB down, to minimize pest problems, and also to maximize value of the recyclables.
Ms. Hopkins will be communicating directly with Management Service Officers in all buildings scheduled to participate in the trial program. Vice Chancellor Donna Carpenter and I want to thank you all in advance for helping our campus achieve this next milestone in recycling and continuing to lead the UC system in sustainability.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Programs
Category:Recycling
University of California-Santa Barbara Sustainable Purchasing Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://sustainability.ucsb.edu/purchasing/
Description:
Sustainable Purchasing
Sustainable Purchasing is also known as Environmentally Preferred Purchasing (EPP), which is a strategy that seeks to procure products and services with a reduced or minimal (ideally zero) environmental impact as compared to other similar products/services that serve the same purpose. When "environmental" is defined in the scope of a product or service it pertains to the following:
* Chemical use
* Disposal
* Durability and lifecycle
* Energy efficiency and conservation
* Human health
* Manufacturing and transportation process
* Necessity
* Packaging
* Price
* Recycled content
* Social concerns
* Waste
* Water efficiency and conservation
The purchasing power of the University of California has the capacity to shift markets and drive technology toward a more sustainable model. Being an institution for higher learning, the UC is equipped with the knowledge and expertise to be proactive in its transition toward sustainability and the ability to educate our communities about the importance and feasibility of these initiatives. Additionally, purchasing with the total cost of ownership in mind (including energy and disposal costs) can lead to cost savings over the life of the product.
Using environmentally preferable purchasing as a tool to bring the campus closer to sustainability gained traction several years ago as a student effort and has now become an important part of university and system-wide business processes. Sustainable purchasing efforts have been truly collaborative as they require interaction from multiple stakeholders at all levels of decision making on campus. As UCSB moves forward, it is looking to shift increasingly toward environmentally preferable products and services, and a more sustainable campus environment.
Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPAT)
Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) is a procurement system that assists purchasers in the public and private sectors to evaluate, compare, and select desktop computers, notebooks, and monitors based on the following environmental attributes:
* Reduction/elimination of environmentally sensitive materials
* Materials selection
* Design for end of life
* Product longevity/life cycle extension
* Energy Conservation
* End of life management
* Corporate performance
* Packaging
EPEAT evaluates electronic products according to three tiers of environmental performance – Bronze, Silver, and Gold. To qualify for acceptance as an EPEAT product, it must conform to all the required criteria. A higher ranking (Gold) is obtained by meeting the various levels of additional optional criteria.
Dell (a current UC Strategic Source Vendor) offers computers rated in the EPEAT Gold category.
To determine which products and vendors are available, go to the EPEAT website and click on the Registered Products Search Tool: http://www.epeat.net/
Category:Buy Green Policy
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Programs
University of California-Santa Cruz 0% Interest Bike Loan Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://www2.ucsc.edu/taps/bicycleloanprogram.html
Description:
About the Staff/Faculty 0% Interest Bike Loan Program
TAPS offers a 0% Interest Bicycle Loan Program to UCSC faculty and staff. This program, designed to encourage bicycle commuting, is managed by Ecology Actiion. UCSC employees may qualify for the opportunity to borrow up to $750, interest free, to purchase a bicycle (including electric–assisted bicycles) and/or bicycle related accessories.
Cathy Crowe is the TAPS contact for the 0% Interest Bicycle Loan Program - call Cathy at 831–469–1942 or go directly to Ecology Action to learn more about the Bike Loan Program.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Economics
Category:Foot-Powered Transportation
Category:Programs
University of California-Santa Cruz Bike 'N Shower Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://www2.ucsc.edu/taps/bikeshower.html
Description:
UCSC Faculty and staff who commute to campus by bike are eligible to participate in the Bike Commuter Shower Program. Participants gain free access to the shower facilities at both the East and West Field Houses, a short–term locker and towel. Faculty and staff just need to register with the TAPS Sales Office to participate in this program; showing a valid UCSC Student ID Card gives students the same access. For more information send us an email inquiry.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Foot-Powered Transportation
Category:Programs
University of California-Santa Cruz Slug Compost Program

Type: Program
Status: Initiated in 2008
Source File: http://housing.ucsc.edu/dining/news/2008-08-18.html
Description:
Initiated in July, this program is the result of a large scale effort by dining, campus recycling/waste management, and the Student Environmental Center. Currently Crown/Merrill and College Nine/Ten dining locations operating during the summer are contributing kitchen cuttings from fruit and vegetables and College Eight/Oakes are including post consumer food scraps in their collection bins. College Eight/Oakes dining hall has a food pulper which can mulch down and extract moisture from all foods. Additional food pulpers are planned for installation at other dining halls in the near future. 
Not to be left out, on a smaller scale, Terra Fresca has been collecting scraps and sending them to our PICA facility to help grow more food for our students!
Staff training was conducted in July, signs were posted in the kitchens to remind cooks to collect scraps and the program was off and running. Dining is also using a special BIObag liner in all collection bins to minimize contamination and control pests. Filled BIObags are then placed in specially marked SLUG COMPOST CONTAINERS located on each loading dock. Campus recycling transports compost to the Buena Vista Landfill in Watsonville where Vision Recycling operates a compost facility. BIO Cycle article on Vision Recycling (PDF).
The university has been charged with achieving an overall 50% waste diversion by 2008 and increasing that rate to 75% by 2012 and zero waste by 2020. Composting on a large scale with the dining department can contribute to reaching these goals. Last year's campus-wide event, OPERS Fall Festival 2007 was a big success. This year, OPERS Fall Festival on September 23, 2008 is again being designed as a Zero Waste Event. Clubs and organizations are encouraged to reduce waste, control recyclables and dining will be composting all pre and post consumer food scraps. Using compostable plates, utensils and napkins is just yet another strategy to minimize our impact on our surrounding landfills.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Composting
Category:Programs
University of California-Santa Cruz ZipCar Car Sharing Program

Type: Program
Status: Launched in 2007
Source File: http://www2.ucsc.edu/taps/carshare.html
Description:
In Fall 2007, UCSC contracted with Zipcar to introduce a new sustainable transportation program called car sharing on campus. Already a successful program among campus affiliates as a convenient alternative to having a personal car on campus, TAPS is now expanding the program to allow use of Zipcar for short-term UC business related travel.
Zipcar is a membership-based car rental program providing self-service access to vehicles on campus, 24/7. At UCSC, all eligible UCSC students 18 years of age and older, staff and faculty can join Zipcar for affordable, convenient access to a car when needed, whether for business-related or personal trips. Departments can also establish a Zipcar Department Account for short-term business-related trips.
UCSC has seven Zipcar vehicles conveniently located both on and off campus, including 2300 Delaware and the University Town Center in downtown Santa Cruz.
Zipcar Santa Cruz Program Details
Initially seven vehicles will be available and the program will expand based on demand. Four vehicles will be located on-campus; two at College 8 and two at OPERS East Field House Parking Lot 103. Three vehicles will be located off campus; one at 2300 Delaware Avenue in West Santa Cruz and two at University Town Center at Cathcart and Cedar Streets in downtown Santa Cruz.
Some of the program details specific to the Zipcar Santa Cruz Program include:
* All UCSC students 18 years of age or older are eligible to apply.
* Staff, Faculty and Santa Cruz residents (21 years of age and older) are also eligible to join Zipcar. Membership will be approved by Zipcar based on your driving record.
* Zipcar offers safe, convenient, reliable, on-demand vehicle access
* Zipcar offers hourly and daily rates with self-service access 24/7
* Web based reservation system or automated phone system
* Vehicle choices include: Toyota Prius, Honda Element, Mazda 3 or Toyota Matrix
* Prices range from $8 - $10 per hour, depending on the vehicle – includes gas, mileage insurance, roadside assistance, and reserved parking.
* During your reservation, you may temporarily park a Zipcar in any legal “A” parking space on the UCSC campus, but Zipcar vehicles must be returned to their designated parking space at the end of your reservation or you will be charged a late fee by Zipcar.
* Insurance coverage is included in the use fee. No supplementary parental/personal insurance is required.
* Zipcar can now be used for short-term UC business-related trips. Only staff approved for membership by Zipcar may drive Zipcars.
* Santa Cruz Community residents 21 years of age and older can also join Zipcar.
Category:California
Category:Colleges
Category:Gas-Powered Transportation
Category:Programs
University of Canberra, Australia Equity and Diversity Advisory Group

Type: Policy
Status: Adopted
Source File: http://www.canberra.edu.au/committees/advisory-groups/equity-diversity/terms
Text:
EDAG Terms of Reference
1. To ensure that with respect to equity and diversity at the University, relevant policies are identified, developed, approved, updated and communicated to the University community;
2. To monitor the university’s legal and policy obligations for equal opportunity, discrimination and harassment, advising the Vice-Chancellor and senior managers of their responsibilities for equity and diversity;
3. To consult with staff, students and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that needs of equity groups are taken into account in decision making, and that a two-way flow of information takes place;
4. To ensure that with respect to equity and diversity at the University, effective staff training related to these policies is supported and undertaken;
5. To provide strategic directions on equity and diversity initiatives and programs that meet the needs of staff and students;
6. to develop mechanisms for integrating equity and diversity objectives and strategies into University and Faculty strategic and operational plans, including indicators for evaluating performance;
7. To oversee the preparation of equity and diversity reports required by external agencies; and
8. To provide the Vice-Chancellor with regular reports and an annual report to Council on plans, actions and outcomes related to staff and student equity and diversity at the University.
Category:Colleges
Category:Diversity
Category:New South Wales
Category:Policies
University of Colorado at Boulder Bicycle Resolution

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted in 2002
Source File: http://ecenter.colorado.edu/greening_cu/policies/ucsu_bicycle_res.pdf
Text:
Resolution in Support of Funding for Improved Bike Facilities on Campus
Whereas, transportation and mobility are a priority issue for students at the University of Colorado
at Boulder; and
Whereas, the Campus Master Plan identifies many bike needs on campus that are not being
implemented; and
Whereas, many bike racks on campus are dilapidated and outmoded in design. They can no longer
accommodate modern bikes with wider handlebars; and
Whereas, there are many locations on campus where parking demand exceeds the supply.
Now Therefore, Be it Resolved:
That, The University of Colorado Legislative Council supports the funding of improved bike
facilities on campus, including modern bike racks and the eventual construction of an
east-west corridor.
Category:Colleges
Category:Colorado
Category:Foot-Powered Transportation
Category:Resolutions