sustainable office program: introduction. what is sustainability?
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Sustainable Office Program:
Introduction
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What is Sustainability?
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What is the Sustainable Office Program?
A self-guided, do-it-yourself, voluntary programFour-tiered program designed to recognize sustainable offices and celebrate sustainability champions Led by employees who want to take the lead on promoting sustainable workplace practices
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Harvard University
University of Maryland
University of Washington
Boston University
175+ offices 140+ offices 40+ offices 1200+ offices
Built on Successful Programs
*30+ colleges & universities have a version of this program
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Program Goals
Reduce impact of office operationsIncrease employee involvement in sustainability efforts Recognize and reward leadership in sustainabilityConserve resources and money Support Climate Commitment and Sustainability Plan goals
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Lehigh’s Sustainable Office Program
30 Action Items 60 Action Items
90 Action Items 120 Action Items
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9 Areas of Focus
1. Participation & Engagement2. Climate & Energy3. Food & Dining4. Purchasing5. Community Building & Social Equity6. Transportation7. Waste8. Water9. Events & Meetings
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Sample Actions
All electronics are turned off or unplugged at night and when not in useOur computer monitors go into sleep mode after 5-20 minutes of inactivity, computers after 30-60 minutesWe turn off lights in unoccupied common areas Our thermostats are set to 75-78° (summer) and 69-72° (winter)
Tool: Energy Policy
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Program Structure
Fill out the registration formComplete the baseline surveyDownload the checklist and complete as many action items as you can. Certification is based on number of actions completed:
Bronze: 30Silver: 60Gold: 90Platinum: 120
You may repeat the process for a higher level of certification.
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Why Get Involved?
Adopt sustainable practices in alignment with Sustainability Plan Guided approach with resources provided Fun, competitive way to celebrate accomplishments
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To Begin Program:
1. Define your ‘office’An office is a work area that shares common areas and resources. It may include just one or all of the offices within a unit or department.
2. Discuss Sustainable Office Program at a staff meeting
3. Identify a Sustainable Office Representative
4. Register your office5. Meet with an
Sustainable Office team member
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Questions?
Nicholas Gans
Sustainable Office Assistant
http://sustainability.lehigh.edu/sustainableoffice