Promote the importance of education for sustainable development through teaching, research and knowledge transfer activities, in addition to improving our management performance. The University, through its research and knowledge transfer activities will consider the integration of environmental sustainability into all applicable academic areas, including the curriculum. Key linkages between academic and professional services will be made and maintained with key academic colleagues. Edinburgh Napier Corporate Plan 2009 – 2012 (ENU-EMS-16). Edinburgh Napier Strategic Plan 2009 – 2015 (ENU-EMS-15). Edinburgh Napier University 2020 Strategy Consider the insertion of education for sustainable development within the current Academic Strategy 2014 – 2020 review, to be completed close to the start of the 2014/15 academic year. Easily justified that all 43 aspects are covered. But, clearly will depend on specific aspects to be considered and impacted on by staff and students at specific times. Both academic and professional services staff will be aware of holistic opportunities and progress to enable an ethos of sustainable development. The Sustainability Office will continue to share all information generated within the University with staff and students at Edinburgh Napier and beyond via environment Build partnerships both within and out-with the University to provide leadership and visible commitment in order to encourage the spread of sustainable approaches. Increase level of community involvement, encouraging two-way communication between the community and the Sustainability Office. Participate in all relevant national and international focus weeks / days such as World Environment Day, Fairtrade Fortnight, Walk to Work Week and Earth Hour. Edinburgh Napier Community Engagement Strategy (ENU-EMS-89). Carbon Management Awareness Campaign Plan (ENU-EMS-19). Evidence of all Communication EMS Implementation Team (ENU-EMS-6a). The communication principles set within the Carbon Management Awareness Campaign document highlight good practice, are already in place and will be maintained and developed. EMS Manager is member of the Environmental Association of Universities and Colleges (EAUC) Scotland Board. Aspect 41: Management of contractors The development of community involvement and interaction will be a positive experience for the University and the wider community with each party gaining support, knowledge and enthusiasm from each other.
Link and integrate into the best practice detailed within the Edinburgh Napier Community Engagement Strategy. When complete, ensure that the core actions and principles of environmental sustainability are embedded into the new Estates Strategy and embed new key performance indicators into the Strategy to ensure ongoing commitment towards this Plan and the Environmental Sustainability Policy (ENU-EMS-3). EMS Manager is a member of the Sustainable Scotland Network (SSN) Board, representing both the University and the EAUC. EMS Manager is a member of the Edinburgh Fairtrade City Group. Representatives from the University to attend the Merchiston and Craiglockhart Community Council Meetings. On-going. The Edinburgh Napier Community Engagement Strategy was launched in late 2010. The Sustainability Office will incorporate all significant aspects highlighted through the Strategy document into the on-going development of training and engagement through EcoCampus at the University. To be completed as part of EcoCampus Gold
Develop a network of ‘Environmental Champions’. Reduce our overall carbon emissions by 35% over the period from 2006/07 to 2014/15. Maintain and regularly review the Carbon Management Plan while regularly reviewing and monitoring carbon emission targets for the University. Encourage external and independent assessment through metrics such as the Carbon Masters Standard and Carbon Trust Water Standard Carbon Management Plan 2009 Carbon Management Plan Assessment 2012 (ENU-EMS-18). Carbon Masters Standard application and feedback Carbon Trust Water Standard Reduce carbon emissions by 35% by 2014/15 from a 2006/07 baseline covering energy, transport, waste and water. Carbon Trust Standard gained May 2010 (ENU-EMS-17). Carbon Masters Standard gained May 2012 (ENU-EMS-42) Carbon Trust Water Standard gained October 2013 University to consider developing the Carbon Trust Waste Standard by December 2014. The University published a full Carbon Management Plan in 2009. The areas of energy, transport, waste and water will be continually updated on at least an annual basis so that progress towards emission reduction can be reported. The University will be externally audited for carbon reduction and will be able to demonstrate and prove change. Strengthen the management of environmental issues in the University by setting demanding but achievable performance targets This is a live document and will be updated on a constant basis, with at least a full annual review to ensure all targets are up to date. UCCCfS Commitment (ENU-EMS-72). UCCCfS Report 2013 (ENU-EMS-73). Complete annual UCCCfS Report in May of each year. Hold ESAG meetings on a quarterly basis. The Environmental Sustainability Office Team will meet fortnightly. Following the completion of the
and using externally assessed monitoring frameworks. Sustain and develop the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Group (ESAG), including senior professional services and academic management, lecturers, and representatives from the student body. Develop and establish an Environmental Management System, utilising EcoCampus aiming for ISO14001 by the end of the 2014/15 academic year. Develop proposals for the production of a University Annual Environmental Report and / or Corporate Social Responsibility Report. Encourage Environmental Sustainability to be included throughout the Sustainable Futures Team. Ensure that environmental Universities That Count Environmental Report 2008 – 2009 Universities That Count Environment and Social Responsibility Report 2009 – 2010 (ENU-EMS-25). Healthy Working Lives Gold Reaccreditation (ENU-EMS-43). Carbon Management Plan 2009 Carbon Management Plan Assessment 2012 (ENU-EMS-18). Carbon Masters Standard application and feedback Carbon Trust Water Standard UCCCfS Report 2014 (ENU-EMS-170) Gain EcoCampus Silver by the end of June 2014. Gain EcoCampus Gold by the end of August 2015. Gain EcoCampus Platinum by the end of August 2015. Carbon Management Plan refresh published in October 2014, the University will gain ISO14001 accreditation by the end of August 2015. Environment and Corporate Responsibility will be integrated holistically throughout the University. Environmental sustainability will be fully integrated into physical and service related developments, with the support of the Environmental Impact Assessment Tool. Senior Managers will assist and encourage the management of environmental development at the University.
embedded into the University. Link the progression of all biodiversity work to the Edinburgh Local Biodiversity Action Plan. And, as neighbours, support the development of the Easter Craiglockhart Hill Local Nature Reserve Plan. Support the development of the Edinburgh Local Biodiversity Action Plan and Local Nature Reserve. See biodiversity woods.org On-going commitment to support the Action Plan and the Local Nature Reserve. Core Aspects Aspect 23: Provision of natural habitats. Aspect 24: Planting of new plants/trees. Aspect 25: Grounds maintenance activity. Aspect 32: Construction on green areas. The University will support the Action Plan and the Local Nature Reserve. C - Energy Policy Statement / Objective Commitment Associated Documents Targets / Milestones EMS Significant Aspect Final Outcome Develop and operate responsible energy management practices through reducing consumption of fossil fuels whilst investigating and utilising new renewable technologies. Reduce reliance on fossil fuels and reduce overall energy consumption. Continue to develop a programme of utilities conservation meetings with departments to promote awareness and best practice. Consider on-site generation from renewables and / or Combined Heat, Power Carbon Management Plan 2009 Building Management System Procedure (ENU-EMS-11). Optima Data Entry Procedure The Environmental Sustainability Policy 28/09/14 ENU-EMS-3 states that the University will reduce energy usage by at least 35% by 2015 (from 2006/07 baseline) following the projects set within the 2009 Carbon Management Plan (ENU-EMS-14). Aspect 1: Use of electricity. Aspect 2: Use of gas. Aspect 34: Use of energy and utilities. Overall, through education and investment in materials and physical resources, the University will reduce reliance on fossil fuels and will reduce overall energy consumption in-line with targets set through the Carbon Management Plan. Salix funding will be used productively to
& Refrigeration for existing buildings. Sighthill by December 2014 Regularly review design guidance for new buildings and refurbishments to ensure all works are carried out following current best practice. Utilise Salix funding. Contact relevant bodies to complete Energy Performance Certificates (EPC’s) for all relevant sites. Actively investigate the use of energy saving devices such as occupancy sensing controls and intelligent controls for heating and ventilation. Carbon Trust Standard, 19% absolute reduction. Carbon Masters Standard 2.9% reduction linked to student numbers. See documents listed for more information. Education materials and links to existing campaigns such as Earth Hour will be continually developed. Salix will be reviewed as and when finance / opportunities arise and in-line with the ‘carbon saving projects’ in the Carbon Management Plan. All new buildings will aim for BREEAM Excellent. All retrofit projects will aim for Very Good. Energy saving devices will be utilised when opportunities arise. New projects will be identified through the Carbon Management Plan (ENU-EMS-14) ensure that, through investment, savings in energy can be made. The University follows regarding EPC’s and the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme. All new programmes of work will be tied into carbon savings and the Carbon Management Plan.
and Estates Strategy Review. EPC’s were completed in March 2009 for all relevant sites. Information received is shared with all staff, students and visitors on-line and by displaying the actual certificates. All new certificates will be applied for as and when necessary. D - Procurement and Building Maintenance Policy Statement / Objective Commitment Associated Documents Targets / Milestones EMS Significant Aspect Final Outcome Maintain, develop and operate the entire University estate in a sustainable manner. Manage and construct the buildings used by the University in an environmentally sustainable fashion. Continue to engage in the planning and development programme to ensure that the environmental impact of the developments are The updated Estates Strategy is currently being developed. The Strategy will expand on the 2020 Strategy (ENU-EMS-82) and will embed a wide range of key performance indicators to monitor and manage all aspects of environmental impact at the University. Sighthill development project gained BREEAM Excellent. Bainfield Student Accommodation gained BREEAM Excellent. Merchiston campus retrofit project gained BREEAM Very Good. All 43 aspects could integrate into this section but the aspects below link specifically to the activity area of construction, refurbishment and demolition. Aspect 32: Construction on green areas. New buildings and existing buildings will be designed or refreshed in a manner that exceeds legislative requirement and enhances the development of the Environmental Management System.
minimised and any opportunities to protect and enhance environmental features are identified and exploited through the design process and when working with consultants and contractors. Engage in the design and construction programme to advise on specific sustainability issues in relation to new buildings to ensure that efforts are made to achieve BREEAM target of ‘excellent’ for all new buildings. On-going communication and engagement with Property & Facilities to embed the principles of the Environmental Impact Assessment (ENU-EMS-90) developed within the University. Aspect 33: Use of construction materials. Aspect 34: Use of energy and utilities. Aspect 35: Use and storage of chemicals. Aspect 36: Leaks/spills of cleaning/ maintenance materials/ chemicals/ waste. Aspect 37: Generation of inert/municipal waste. Aspect 38: Generation of hazardous waste (including asbestos). Aspect 39: Waste recycling (including composting). Aspect 40: Noise and vibrations. Aspect 41: Management of contractors. Aim to purchase ethical and products and services where Develop an Ethical Procurement Policy, progress through the Flexible Framework Ethical Financial Investment Policy (ENU-EMS-91). The first level of the Scottish Government Flexible Framework Agreement will be Aspect 26: Procurement of electrical and other The University will have a green / ethical procurement policy in place that will ensure
possible, minimising the use of damaging substances and processes. agreement developing on the existing ethical investment policy. Provide information to enable all staff and departments to make informed decisions about the environmental effect on procurement of goods and materials. Continually ratify and update Ethical Financial Investment Policy Investigate feasibility of developing guidance on the use of local suppliers by July 2015. Influence suppliers and contractors to ensure that goods and services procured support the environmental policy. On-going. Develop policy considering work already carried out by Advanced Procurement for Universities and assessed and gained by January 2015. Responsibility of the Procurement Manager. Ethical Financial Investment Policy was created in 2006. Was ratified by the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Group on 19/03/14 and made public on the Sustainability Office web pages environment Feasibility of developing guidance on local suppliers will link into the policy being completed by the Procurement Manager with advice from Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC). Expertise of APUC will be drawn upon continually. The University will develop on the principles set within the equipment (e.g. IT and laboratory). Aspect 27: Procurement of chemicals. Aspect 28: Procurement of food. Aspect 29: Procurement of general consumables (including furniture and stationary). Aspect 30: Procurement of services (e.g. maintenance). Aspect 31: Transport of goods and services (including construction materials). that all goods and services brought into the University follow the same environmental standard set within the University itself.
Colleges (APUC). Consider using new techniques available for calculating the carbon equivalent value of carbon emissions due to procurement by July 2015, integrating into the updated Carbon Management Plan. Environmental Impact Assessment tool and formally assess the procurement of all goods and services in terms of environmental impact, by January 2015. Aim to purchase ethical and products and services where possible, minimising the use of damaging substances and processes. Increase provision and use of Fairtrade goods on all campuses. Increase provision of Fair Trade goods on all campuses. Maintain Fair Trade University status. Fairtrade Policy Sustainable Food Policy (ENU-EMS-93). Fairtrade University status first gained in May 2009. Last in February 2013 (ENU-EMS-94). Next certification assessment will be February 2014. Aspect 28: Procurement of food. Aspect 29: Procurement of general consumables (including furniture and stationary). The University will increase provision and use of Fair Trade goods throughout all campuses. This will help strengthen and develop Fair Trade provision and awareness. E - Transport Policy Statement / Objective Commitment Associated Documents Targets / Milestones EMS Significant Aspect Final Outcome Promote alternatives to single car occupancy and unnecessary domestic and international air travel. Minimise environmental impact due to travel. Following the targets set within the 2009 Carbon Management Integrated Travel Policy (ENU-EMS-95). Sighthill Travel Plan (ENU-EMS-96). Overall carbon reduction associated with business transport and travel will reduce by 35% by the end of the 2014/15 academic Aspect 4: Use of fuel (owned vehicles). Aspect 5: Spills/leaks from vehicles. The statistics gathered through the Carbon Management Plan show direct impacts, in terms of carbon emissions, due to all
Maintain an Travel Plan covering all staff, students and visitors to the University. Plan (ENU-EMS-14), and the development of the University carbon reduction target, reduce emissions associated with transport by 35% by 2015 from 2006/07 levels. Conduct travel surveys in March 2011 and March 2013 and 2016. Develop a clear working Travel Plan, with specific references to each campus, that will consider all modes of transport and all reasons for using transport i.e. internal / external travel and commuter travel. Promote the use of video-conferencing and other communications facilities to encourage reduction in travel. Consider the conversion of vehicles to other sources of fuel where possible and 2011 Travel Statistics (ENU-EMS-97). 2011 Travel Survey Communication Examples 2013 Travel Statistics (ENU-EMS-98). 2013 Travel Survey Communication Examples Carbon Management Plan 2009 Fuel Monitoring Procedure year in-line with the Carbon Management Plan targets (2006/07 baseline). The updated Travel Plan for the University, using the results of the 2011 (ENU-EMS-97) and 2013 travel surveys will be complete by August 2014. The Travel Plan will highlight all actions and projects required to reduce the environmental impact of all business and personal travel associated with the University. Following the success of the 2011 and 2013 travel surveys, and the on-going development of the updated Edinburgh Napier Travel Plan, a further travel survey will be considered in March 2016. Travel information provided to all staff, students and visitors Aspect 6: Domestic business travel. Aspect 7: International business travel. Aspect 8: Staff commute. Aspect 9: Student term-time and commute. Aspect 31: Transport of goods and services (including construction materials). forms of internal and external travel at the University. From this, it will be possible to measure and see change as educational and structural projects are rolled out.
F – Waste, Including Emissions and Discharges Policy Statement / Objective Commitment Associated Documents Targets / Milestones EMS Significant Aspect Final Outcome Ensure there are sufficient facilities to allow students, staff and visitors to reduce, reuse and recycle waste with the aim of minimising the amount of waste ultimately sent to landfill. Ensure waste management practices comply with relevant legislation. Develop Duty of Care audit methodology in-line with schedule set within EcoCampus. Carry out Duty of Care audits of all identified priority waste contractors in accordance with the provisions of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Develop methodology for implementing Site Waste Management Plans for construction projects over £250k. Also utilise external support, documentation and training for all areas of construction. Carbon Management Plan 2009 Overall carbon reduction associated with waste will reduce by 35% by the end of the 2014/15 academic year in-line with the Carbon Management Plan targets (2006/07 baseline). Recycling rate in June 2013 was around 75%. Target to increase this to 80% by August 2015. Ensure the requirements of Waste (Scotland) Regulations 2012 are continually met. Roll-out an updated Waste Communication Strategy by October 2014, including new signage on all bins. Aspect 10: Generation of mixed municipal waste, not reused or recycled. Aspect 11: Production of chemical/solvent/ animal by-product or other hazardous waste. Aspect 12: Production of clinical waste. Aspect 13: Waste recycling (including composting). Aspect 25: Grounds maintenance activity. Aspect 37: Generation of inert/municipal waste. Aspect 38: Generation of hazardous waste (including asbestos). The University will comply with all specific legislation in relation to waste management practices. The University will ensure that as little waste as possible is sent to landfill, using all good practice and recycling options available. All construction projects over £250k will have a full site waste management plan, in addition to environmental sustainability being considered at all stages. The statistics gathered through the Carbon
See section D for more information. Develop and implement awareness programme to promote the concept of cradle to grave reduce, reuse, recycle, developing the ethical procurement policy as noted in section D. Maintain and extend recycling schemes for food, fluorescent tubes, glass, ink and toner cartridges, paper and card, metals, plastics. Aspect 39: Waste recycling (including composting). Management Plan will be able to show direct impacts, in terms of carbon emissions, due to all waste generated at the University. From this, it will be possible to measure and see change as educational and structural projects are rolled out. In terms of waste reduced and reused, procurement details for items such as paper will be investigated. Control emissions and discharges to minimise and where possible prevent pollution and negative environmental impact. Ensure that hazardous wastes are disposed of in accordance with legal requirements covering emissions and discharges. And reduce their use where possible. Maintain existing facilities for the collection and environmentally sound disposal of redundant IT equipment and extend as necessary to comply with the Campus Maps, including water discharge routes to 38b). Historic Maps to 59). Merchiston Discharge Consent (ENU-EMS-60 to 63). Bainfield Student Accommodation – Environmental Services Report (ENU-EMS-64). Chemicals register completed by Health & Safety, Information Services and Property & Facilities in November 2012. Training on use of the register is ongoing. Legislative assessment, as part of EcoCampus development, to be completed by the end of June 2014, and reviewed monthly from then. Aspect 3: Use and storage of refrigeration gases. Aspect 5: Spills/leaks from vehicles. Aspect 15: Generation of effluent. Aspect 16: Leaks/spills of maintenance oil. Aspect 17: Leaks/spills of cooking oil. Aspect 18: Leaks/spills of chemicals. All hazardous wastes generated at the University will be disposed of in accordance with legal requirements. Clear procedures for the disposal of hazardous waste will be completed. COSHH assessments will be collated to ensure best practice covering all areas.
requirements of the WEEE directive. Liaise with relevant bodies over the disposal of hazardous waste and availability of disposal facilities. Complete a full risk register for all chemicals used on all campuses. Ensure that COSHH assessments are maintained for all relevant materials. Waste from all catering outlets is controlled by the Catering Manager. Evidence of control of cooking oil given by contractor. Drainage inspection of all campuses to be completed in-line with EcoCampus developments. Maps and information proving the environmental history of all applicable campuses also to be completed. Investigating currently ongoing with Scottish Water regarding drainage assessment, to be completed by December 2014. COSHH assessments controlled by Cleaning manager. Copies held at all campuses. All new staff trained appropriately. Aspect 19: Leaks/spills of fuel. Aspect 20: Leaks/spills of pesticides. Aspect 21: Emissions from fume cupboards. Aspect 22: Emissions from dust hopper. Aspect 35: Use and storage of chemicals. Aspect 36: Leaks/spills of cleaning/maintenance materials/chemicals/ waste. Aspect 42: Noise. Aspect 43: Nuisance. The Catering Manager will ensure that no oils or other wastes are disposed of inappropriately. G – Water Policy Statement / Objective Commitment Associated Documents Targets / Milestones EMS Significant Aspect Final Outcome Maintain a water conservation programme to reduce consumption and wastage. To reduce the use of water and subsequent generation of effluent. Carbon Management Plan 2009 Water usage will be continually monitored using ‘smart metering’ technology. On-going. Aspect 14: Use of water. Aspect 15: Generation of effluent. The statistics gathered through the Carbon Management Plan will be able to show direct impacts, in terms of