1 / 62

Sustainable Yale

Sustainable Yale. Your guide to more sustainable living at Kroon Hall. Begin. This program will help you learn how to occupy your building more sustainably and guide you through the University’s recommended best practices in the areas of: Energy Waste Management Procurement

abby
Download Presentation

Sustainable Yale

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Sustainable Yale Your guide to more sustainable living at Kroon Hall Begin

  2. This program will help you learn how to occupy your building more sustainably and guide you through the University’s recommended best practices in the areas of: Energy Waste Management Procurement Kitchen and Shared Areas Travel and Transportation Back • Welcome to the Yale University • Sustainable Yale Program! Next Slide

  3. Let’s Get Started! Back • As a member of the Yale community, your contribution to Yale’s sustainability efforts are essential to the University’s success in achieving the goals of the Yale Sustainability Strategic Plan. You can navigate through the program by clicking on each slide: When you see Handsome Dan, click on the button for more information. Click again to hide. Next Slide Click on “Next Slide” to advance, “Home” to choose a new area to explore, or “Back” to go back one slide. Home Back At the end of the program, you will find a list of Helpful Links for your reference. Next Slide

  4. Back Energy Travel & Transportation Waste Management Choose an Area to Explore Kitchen & Shared Areas Procurement Aboutthe Building Helpful Links Finish

  5. Energy Yale's Sustainability Strategic Plan sets a campus-wide goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 10% below 1990 levels by 2020, a 43% reduction from 2005 levels. Home Greenhouse Gas Emissions Next Slide

  6. Back Energy Home Next Slide

  7. Back Energy Home Computers • To reduce energy use, please turn off your monitor when you leave the office. Setting your monitor to sleep, hibernation, or screen saver saves far less energy than turning off the power completely. • Plug your peripheral devices like chargers, printers, speakers, and scanners into a power strip, and turn it off when you leave the office for the day. These devices are using power (aka phantom load) even when they are in stand-by mode! • For help configuring your settings, and for suggestions on power strips to help reduce phantom load, contact the F&ES IT Department at FEShelpdesk@yale.edu or (203) 436-4444. Next Slide

  8. Back Energy Home Computers • To reduce energy use, please turn off your monitor when you leave the office. Setting your monitor to sleep, hibernation, or screen saver saves far less energy than turning off the power completely. • Plug your peripheral devices like chargers, printers, speakers, and scanners into a power strip, and turn it off when you leave the office for the day. These devices are using power (aka phantom load) even when they are in stand-by mode! • For help configuring your settings, and for suggestions on power strips to help reduce phantom load, contact the F&ES IT Department at feshelpdesk@yale.edu or (203) 436-4444. Did you know? Vampire power consumes a significant portion of U.S. energy; learn more in this video. Next Slide

  9. Back Energy Home Printers and Copiers • Printers and copiers are often left on for long periods of time when not in use – this means wasted energy! • Copiers at Kroon are configured to enter a sleep state after 30-60 minutes of inactivity. Simply pressing Power will wake the copier and ready it for use. Even if it is in a sleep state, the copier will still accept your print job. • Kroon copiers are also capable of scanning and emailing documents! Instructions are posted at the copier. • If your office does not print remotely, you can conserve even more energy by shutting down all copy room equipment every night. Next Slide

  10. Back Energy Home Printers and Copiers • Printers and copiers are often left on for long periods of time when not in use – this means wasted energy! • Copiers at Kroon are configured to enter a sleep state after 30-60 minutes of inactivity. Simply pressing Power will wake the copier and ready it for use. Even if it is in a sleep state, the copier will still accept your print job. • Kroon copiers are also capable of scanning and emailing documents! Instructions are posted at the copier. • If your office does not print remotely, you can conserve even more energy by shutting down all copy room equipment every night. Did you know? The Sustainability Strategic Plan includes a campus wide goal to reduce workstation electricity consumption by 40% by June 2013. Next Slide

  11. Back Energy Home Windows & Climate • There are two sets of lights located above eye level at each end of the hall on each level of Kroon to tell occupants when outside conditions allow for efficient operation of the building with windows open. • When the green light is on (“Green Day Mode”), windows can and should be opened, as the air circulation shuts off to conserve energy. • When the red light is on, windows should be kept closedto avoid wasting energy. • Insect screens are located within the window frames of the third floor. • When closing the windows on the third floor, make sure the side latch is completely closed. Next Slide

  12. Back Energy Home Windows & Climate • There are two sets of lights located above eye level at each end of the hall on each level of Kroon to tell occupants when outside conditions allow for efficient operation of the building with windows open. • When the green light is on (“Green Day Mode”), windows can and should be opened, as the air circulation shuts off to conserve energy. • When the red light is on, windows should be kept closedto avoid wasting energy. • Insect screens are located within the window frames of the third floor. What can you do? If you see a window open when the red light is on, close it! • When closing the windows on the third floor, make sure the side latch is completely closed. Next Slide

  13. Back Energy Home Climate Control • Air vent diffusers in the floor can be rotated to adjust the amount of air flow to the room. • Check to see that your vents are set at the level you want, rather than adjusting the thermostat. • Along with screens, there are window shades located within the window frame to reduce sunlight when trying to stay cool or avoid glare. Next Slide

  14. Back Energy Home Climate Control Kroon Hall has two types of thermostats: • Type 1: If the “Occupied” light is not lit, press the “Manual On” button to activate the heating or cooling system for 30 minutes, press twice for 60 minutes, or three times for 90 minutes. The space will not warm up /cool down immediately, so plan ahead. In the winter, push the slider on the right all the way up to “Warmer” to gain 2 degrees of heating when “Occupied” light is lit. This activates the perimeter heating system, sending hot water to the radiator. “Cooler” returns the system to normal (but gains no cooling in the summer). Type 1 Next Slide

  15. Back Energy Home Climate Control • Type 2: If the “Occupied” indicator is not on, press “Manual On” to activate the heating or cooling system for 30 minutes, press twice for 60 minutes, or three times for 90 minutes. The space will not warm up /cool down immediately, so plan ahead. In the winter, push the “Warmer” button to gain 2 degrees of heating when “Occupied” light is lit. This activates the perimeter heating system, sending hot water to the radiator. “Cooler” returns the system to normal (but gains no cooling in the summer). Press the “Fan” button to increase the fan speed in the under-floor air plenum, sending more air up through the air vents in the floor. (The “Info” and “Mode” buttons are inactive.) Type 2 Next Slide

  16. Back Energy Home Lighting • Occupancy sensors in the building’s hallways automatically switch off lights when they are not occupied. Emergency lights must remain on at all times. • Turning off any manually operated lights, such as task lighting, when not in use or when daylight is sufficient is a simple but critical energy-saving practice. • If you are the last person to leave a common area, such as a kitchen or meeting room, don’t forget to turn off the light! Next Slide

  17. Back Energy Home Lighting • Occupancy sensors in the building’s hallways automatically switch off lights when they are not occupied. Emergency lights must remain on at all times. • Turning off any manuallyoperated lights, such as task lighting, when not in use or when daylight is sufficient is a simple but critical energy-saving practice. • If you are the last person to leave a common area, such as a kitchen or meeting room, don’t forget to turn off the light! Did you know? According to the Department of Energy, buildings produce about 38% of the CO2 emissions and consume 72% of the electricity produced in the United States. Next Slide

  18. Back Energy Home Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) • Using compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) uses up to 75% less energy and can last up to 10 times longerthan traditional incandescent lighting. • CFLs cost more money up front to purchase, but save money over time because they use less energy and need to be replaced less frequently. In fact, changing one bulb to CFL will save you $50 over the lifetime of the bulb. • CFLs contain a small amount of mercury, which is essential to the light bulb’s efficiency but is dangerous to you and the environment if the bulb breaks. Be sure to follow these safety precautionsin the event a CFL breaks. Contact Kroon Facilities for additional support. • Because of the mercury content, do not dispose of CFLs in the trash or recycling. Please see the Waste Management section of this presentation for proper disposal information. Next Slide

  19. Back Energy Home Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) • Using compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) uses up to 75% less energy and can last up to 10 times longerthan traditional incandescent lighting. • CFLs cost more money up front to purchase, but save money over time because they use less energy and need to be replaced less frequently. In fact, changing one bulb to CFL will save you $50 over the lifetime of the bulb. • CFLs contain a small amount of mercury, which is essential to the light bulb’s efficiency but is dangerous to you and the environment if the bulb breaks. Be sure to follow these safety precautionsin the event a CFL breaks. Contact Kroon Facilities for additional support. • Because of the mercury content, do not dispose of CFLs in the trash or recycling. Please see the Waste Management section of this presentation for proper disposal information. Did you know? Using incandescent bulbs actually results in over 3 times more mercury released in the environment than using CFLs, due to the mercury emitted by coal-fired power plants. Find out more here. Next Slide

  20. Waste Management Home Recycling Yale’s Sustainability Strategic Plan sets a goal to achieve a 25% increase in our campus recycling rate by June 30, 2013 2013. Next Slide

  21. Back Waste Management Home Single Stream Recycling • Yale’s recycling is now single stream! • You can recycle all paper, metals, plastics, and glass together – no sorting necessary. • Please visit the Yale recycling website for a complete list of what can be recycled. • If your office is missing a recycling bin, please contact F&ES Facilities at (203) 432-2099 or FESfacilities@yale.edu Next Slide

  22. Back Waste Management Home Desk-Side Waste and Recycling • To avoid odors, pests, and possible overflow, please continue to place only mixed paper in your desk-side recyclingbin. • In your desk-side trash bin, place only non-food trash items.All other recyclables (cans, bottles, food containers, etc.) should be placed in common area single stream bins. • Please deposit all non-recyclable food and beverage trash in the appropriate trash bin away from your desk area. • Please deposit all compostable items in compost bins located in kitchens Next Slide

  23. Back Waste Management Yale’s Sustainability Strategic Plan sets a goal to achieve a 25% reduction in the purchase of copy paper for printing and copying by June 2013. Home Paper Consumption Next Slide

  24. Back Waste Management Home What Paper Can Be Recycled? O.K. to Recycle Many different kinds of paper that you use on a daily or weekly basis can be recycled – such as magazines, envelopes, and sticky notes. No need to worry about paper clips and staples – they can be recycled as well. Cardboard boxes should be flattened and stacked next to a recycling bin for proper recycling. Remember that the following paper items DO NOT go in the recycling bin: • Tissues • Wax Paper • Food residue Next Slide

  25. Back Waste Management Home What Paper Can Be Recycled? O.K. to Recycle Many different kinds of paper that you use on a daily or weekly basis can be recycled – such as magazines, envelopes, and sticky notes. No need to worry about paper clips and staples – they can be recycled as well. Cardboard boxes should be flattened and stacked next to a recycling bin for proper recycling. Remember that the following paper items DO NOT go in the recycling bin: Did you know? You can find out all you need to know about recycling at Yale at: http://recycling.yale.edu/ • Tissues • Wax Paper • Food residue Next Slide

  26. Back Waste Management Home What Plastic, Glass, and Metals Can Be Recycled? All plastics (except plastic wrap) can be recycled Lids can be recycled too, but must be removed from their containers first! Before placing cans, bottles, aluminum foil or recyclable food containers in the recycling, please remember to rinse each item of any food residue. Otherwise the item may be discarded at the recycling facility! Remember that the following items DO NOT go in the recycling bin: • Styrofoam • Plastic Bags • Light Bulbs (including CFLs) • Food residue • Ceramics Next Slide

  27. Back Waste Management Home What Plastic, Glass, and Metals Can Be Recycled? All plastics (except plastic wrap) can be recycled Lids can be recycled too, but must be removed from their containers first! Before placing cans, bottles, aluminum foil or recyclable food containers in the recycling, please remember to rinse each item of any food residue. Otherwise the item may be discarded at the recycling facility! Remember that the following items DO NOT go in the recycling bin: Did you know? Instead of throwing away old pens and pencils, collect them in a TerraCycle™ Pen Pail, which collects old writing instruments for recycling or reuse. To request a Pen Pail, contact the Office of Sustainability at sustainability@yale.edu. • Styrofoam • Plastic Bags • Light Bulbs (including CFLs) • Food residue • Ceramics Next Slide

  28. Back Waste Management Home Reduce Paper Consumption • If you stacked all the reams of paper consumed by Yale in one year, the stack would reach 30,415 ft. That’s taller than Mount Everest! • We could reach our goal to consume 25% less paper by June 2013 if each person at Yale used just 2 pages less per day. • By reaching this goal we would save approximately 3,500 trees, equivalent to a forest area twice the size of Old Campus. • Find out more interesting facts about paper consumption and waste management at Yale. Next Slide

  29. Back Waste Management Home Tips to reduce paper consumption: • Use electronic communication instead of circulating paper, when appropriate. • Use and reuse interoffice envelopes in place of regular envelopes, when possible. • Print double-sided (duplex setting). • Print 2-up (two reduced sized pages per sheet of paper). • Read on-screen instead of printing a hard copy. • Contact your F&ES IT Helpdesk at (203) 436-4444 or FEShelpdesk@yale.edu if you would like assistance with setting your printing default options. Take advantage of Yale’s Junk Mail Program to reduce your unwanted mail. For any periodicals or mailings you do not wish to receive, follow the procedures as outlined by the Yale Mail Service and you will be removed from the appropriate mailing lists. Next Slide

  30. Back Waste Management Home Additional Printing Suggestions • When making copies, convert 1-sided pages to 2-sided copies. • Print in black and white whenever possible. Try to print or make copies in color only when necessary. • Kroon computers are set to print in Duplex and black/white by default. • “Print” using Acrobat Pro and read on the computer later. • Consider using 2-up when printing large documents. • EcoFont, which uses up to 25% less ink than conventional fonts is going to be tested at YUAG. Contact the F+ES IT Helpdesk if interested. EcoFont is a font option in the Sage Hall Student Computer Lab. Next Slide

  31. Back Waste Management Home Additional Printing Suggestions • When making copies, convert 1-sided pages to 2-sided copies. • Print in black and white whenever possible. Try to print or make copies in color only when necessary. • Kroon computers are set to print in Duplex and black/white by default. • “Print” using Acrobat Pro and read on the computer later. • Consider using 2-up when printing large documents. • EcoFont, which uses up to 25% less ink than conventional fonts is going to be tested at YUAG. Contact the F+ES IT Helpdesk if interested. EcoFont is a font option in the Sage Hall Student Computer Lab. Did you know? OfficeMax will pick up and recycle all used printer and toner cartridges regardless of the manufacturer. For recycling, please place used cartridges in a cardboard box in the mail areas. Next Slide

  32. Back Waste Management Home Waste Reduction Yale’s Sustainability Strategic Plan sets a goal to reduce the amount of waste Yale generates by 25% by June 30, 2013. Next Slide

  33. Back Waste Management Home Universal Waste • Universal waste includes computers, electronics, chargers, batteries, and compact-fluorescent bulbs. Universal waste cannot be disposed of in the regular trash. All universal waste should be disposed of through the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Universal waste pick-ups can be scheduled online here. • Between pickups keep compact fluorescent bulbs in a small box to avoid breakage • Alkaline batteries canbe placed in the normal trash. However, other batteries such as lead acid, lithium, rechargeable and button batteries are considered universal waste and each dead battery must be stored separately in a plastic bag or taped with electrical tape on each end for pickup. Next Slide

  34. Back Waste Management Home Universal Waste • Universal waste includes computers, electronics, chargers, batteries, and compact-fluorescent bulbs. Universal waste cannot be disposed of in the regular trash. All universal waste should be disposed of through the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Universal waste pick-ups can be scheduled online here. • Between pickups keep compact fluorescent bulbs in a small box to avoid breakage • Alkaline batteries canbe placed in the normal trash. However, other batteries such as lead acid, lithium, rechargeable and button batteries are considered universal waste and each dead battery must be stored separately in a plastic bag or taped with electrical tape on each end for pickup. Did you know? On average, Yale Environmental Health and Safety recycles approximately 200,000 lbs of used electronics each year. Find out more about how Yale Environmental Health and Safety is helping with campus sustainability. Next Slide

  35. Procurement Home Paper and Ink Purchasing • F&ES has established a standard for using office paper with 100% post-consumer recycled content. • Purchasing recycled toner cartridges allows your office to save money while also helping the environment. • Yale has negotiated terrific savings on post-consumer recycled paper and recycled toner cartridges through OfficeMax. Next Slide

  36. Procurement Home Paper and Ink Purchasing • F&ES has established a standard for using office paper with 100% post-consumer recycled content. • Purchasing recycled toner cartridges allows your office to save money while also helping the environment. • Yale has negotiated terrific savings on post-consumer recycled paper and recycled toner cartridges through OfficeMax. Did you know? You can visit Yale Procurement’s Green Purchasing site to find out all you need to know about sustainable purchasing choices. Next Slide

  37. Back Procurement Home How much are we saving by purchasing recycled paper?  • For every ton of 30% recycled-content paper used at Yale instead of virgin paper: • 7 trees • 632 lbs. of CO2 • 2,625 gallons of water • ...and if we use 100% recycled-content paper instead of virgin paper: • 24 trees • 2,108 lbs. of CO2 • 8,750 gallons of water Next Slide

  38. Back Procurement Home How much are we saving by purchasing recycled paper?  • For every ton of 30% recycled-content paper used at Yale instead of virgin paper: • 7 trees • 632 lbs. of CO2 • 2,625 gallons of water • ...and if we use 100% recycled-content paper instead of virgin paper: • 24 trees • 2,108 lbs. of CO2 • 8,750 gallons of water Did you know? The Yale Office of Sustainability offers a Green Workplace Certification program. Find out how your office space can get certified here. Next Slide

  39. Back Procurement Establishing a central location where any extra office supplies can be shared between colleagues lessens the amount of new supplies that need to be ordered. To reduce the frequency of campus deliveries, communicate with other office members before placing an order so that deliveries can be consolidated as much as possible. Home Orders and Deliveries • Reducing the number of deliveries to your office will save shipping materials and reduce emissions from transportation. • Try limiting deliveries within your department to once a week or less. Next Slide

  40. Back Procurement Establishing a central location where any extra office supplies can be shared between colleagues lessens the amount of new supplies that need to be ordered. To reduce the frequency of campus deliveries, communicate with other office members before placing an order so that deliveries can be consolidated as much as possible. Home Orders and Deliveries • Reducing the number of deliveries to your office will save shipping materials and reduce emissions from transportation. • Try limiting deliveries within your department to once a week or less. Did you know? A great way to cut down on unnecessary orders is to establish a departmental sharing system for extra office supplies. You won’t have to wait for shipping either! Next Slide

  41. Back Procurement Home Furniture and Equipment • When buying new computers or other office machines, Yale recommends purchasing ENERGY STAR or EPEAT rated electronics, which have lower energy requirements than conventional models. • Before buying new office furniture, first check out Yale’s Eli Surplus Exchange to see if you can find used furniture that will meet your needs. You can also donate or sell furniture (and other items as well). • If new furniture is necessary, new purchases should meet green products standards such as Cradle to Cradle or Indoor Advantage, as specified in Yale’s Sustainable Procurement Standards. Next Slide

  42. Back Procurement Home Furniture and Equipment • When buying new computers or other office machines, Yale recommends purchasing ENERGY STAR or EPEAT rated electronics, which have lower energy requirements than conventional models. • Before buying new office furniture, first check out Yale’s Eli Surplus Exchange to see if you can find used furniture that will meet your needs. You can also donate or sell furniture (and other items as well). • . • If new furniture is necessary, new purchases should meet green products standards such as Cradle to Cradle or Indoor Advantage, as specified in Yale’s Sustainable Procurement Standards. Did you know? Yale follows Sustainable Procurement Standards for office supplies, furniture, equipment, and other products. You can access the guide here. Next Slide

  43. Travel & Transportation Home Drive Less • Yale’s Sustainability Strategic Plan includes the goal to reduce reliance on single-occupancy vehicles for travel to and from campus by 1–3% by 2013. • You can help the university achieve its goal by relying on other transportation methods for your commute to campus, such as walking, carpooling, biking, and public transportation. • A Yale shuttle stop is located just outside Kroon Hall and provides campus shuttle service as well as connection to New Haven’s CT Transit. • Using video or teleconferencing instead of traveling to in-person meetings, when appropriate, saves time, money, and reduces vehicle emissions. Next Slide

  44. Travel & Transportation Home Drive Less • Yale’s Sustainability Strategic Plan includes the goal to reduce reliance on single-occupancy vehicles for travel to and from campus by 1–3% by 2013. • You can help the university achieve its goal by relying on other transportation methods for your commute to campus, such as walking, carpooling, biking, and public transportation. • A Yale shuttle stop is located just outside Kroon Hall and provides campus shuttle service as well as connection to New Haven’s CT Transit. • Using video or teleconferencing instead of traveling to in-person meetings, when appropriate, saves time, money, and reduces vehicle emissions. What are your alternatives to driving alone? Find out by filling out the “Commuter Counseling Form” offered by Yale Transportation Options. You can also visit the Transportation Options website for more information. Next Slide

  45. Back Travel & Transportation Kroon has covered bicycle racks, a changing room, and showers for bike commuters. Don’t have a bike? “Zagster” bike share program has come to Yale! Bikes are located near Kroon in the Prospect/Sachem Garage. Reserve online or by texting “Zagster” at the bike. Enter the garage through the pedestrian door to the right of the car entrance.You can become a member at www.zagster.com/yale Home Biking Next Slide

  46. Back Travel & Transportation Kroon has covered bicycle racks, a changing room, and showers for bike commuters. Don’t have a bike? “Zagster” bike share program has come to Yale! Bikes are located near Kroon in the Prospect/Sachem Garage. Reserve online or by texting “Zagster” at the bike. Enter the garage through the pedestrian door to the right of the car entrance.You can become a member at www.zagster.com/yale Home Biking • Did you know? If you register forthe Yale Bicycle Safety class offered through Yale Environmental Health & Safety, you will be reimbursed for the $20 “Zagster” membership fee, learn safe urban cycling skills, and get a free helmet! Next Slide

  47. Back Travel & Transportation Yale’s departmental bike sharing program, Y-Bike, provides free commuter bikes to departments looking for a better way to get around campus. There's free parking at every destination! The bicycles come fully-equipped with fenders, lights, bell, rack, rear basket, odometer, combination U-lock and helmet. Biking on campus is a great way to reduce automobile use and enjoy some exercise. Home Y-Bike – Departmental Bike Sharing Next Slide

  48. Back Travel & Transportation Home Y-Bike – Departmental Bike Sharing • Yale’s departmental bike sharing program, Y-Bike, provides free commuter bikes to departments looking for a better way to get around campus. There's free parking at every destination! • The bicycles come fully-equipped with fenders, lights, bell, rack, rear basket, odometer, combination U-lock and helmet. • Biking on campus is a great way to reduce automobile use and enjoy some exercise. Did you know? Since the Y-Bike program’s inception in May 2008, the shared bikes have collectively logged over 6,500 miles. Next Slide

  49. Back Travel & Transportation Zipcars are ideal for short trips and errands, and eliminate your need to have a car on campus. If other modes of transportation are not available, try using one of over 30 Zipcars available to Yale students, faculty, and staff. Yale affiliates receive a discount for personal accounts. Home Zipcar Next Slide

  50. Back Travel & Transportation Home Zipcar • Zipcars are ideal for short trips and errands, and eliminate your need to have a car on campus. • If other modes of transportation are not available, try using one of over 30 Zipcars available to Yale students, faculty, and staff. • Yale affiliates receive a discount for personal accounts. Did you know? AAA estimates that it costs $5,636 - $11,721 to own and operate your car annually. Sharing a car or having fewer cars per family would save you thousands of dollars per year. Next Slide

More Related