Bucknell University
OP-4: Building Operations and Maintenance
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.78 / 5.00 |
James
Knight Director of Energy and Utilities Facilities |
Total floor area of existing building space:
Floor area of existing building space operated and maintained in accordance with a sustainable management policy/program and/or a green building rating system:
| Existing floor area | |
| Certified at the highest achievable level under a multi-attribute, Green Building Council (GBC) rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Platinum) | 70,000 Square feet |
| Certified at the 2nd highest level under a 4- or 5-tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Gold) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at mid-level under a 3- or 5-tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., BREEAM-In Use Very Good) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at a step above minimum level under a 4 -or 5–tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Silver) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at minimum level under a multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., BREEAM In-Use Pass or LEED O+M Certified) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at any level under a non-GBC rating system or single-attribute rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings | 0 Square feet |
| Operated and maintained in accordance with a multi-attribute, sustainable management policy/program, but not certified under an O+M rating system | 2,099,152 Square feet |
| Operated and maintained in accordance with a single-attribute, sustainable management policy/program, but not certified under an O+M rating system | 883,000 Square feet |
| Total | 3,052,152 Square feet |
Percentage of existing building space certified under a green building rating system rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings:
A brief description of the sustainable operations and maintenance policy/program and/or O+M rating system(s) used:
Academic West building is LEED O+M Platinum certified. The majority of buildings are monitored and controlled through the campus energy management system. Space temperatures are limited and setback during unoccupied periods. Scheduling is linked via software (Events-2-HVAC) to the campus-wide scheduling system. Parameters are set in accordance with the approved Campus Energy Policy.
Website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable operations and maintenance program is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
In addition to managed in accordance with an energy/water management program; the University also practice Green cleaning as documented below:
Bucknell Green Cleaning
Going green is not a new issue for Bucknell's custodial staff. Bucknell University proactively investigates green cleaning options and systematically initiate the most economic, eco-friendly and effective cleaning materials.
Our sustainable (green) cleaning policy include:
• Using water-based floor refinish on wood sports floors, decreasing exposure of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to personnel and the environment compared to oil-based treatments.
• Using ready to dispense automated dilution systems in all custodial areas. These systems:
o Cut chemical use by 50% or more.
o Minimize storage, weight and transportation.
o Prevent excessive product use, minimizing chemical waste and concentrated toxicity.
o Ensure products are diluted at the proper ratio and minimizes the risk of chemicals spilling or coming in contact with skin.
o Prevent the mixing of incompatible chemicals.
o Reduce training requirements.
• Eliminating many aerosol spray products.
• Eliminating chlorinated bleach products that were dangerous to people and property.
• Switching to large roll paper towels that save 30% paper consumption over multi-fold towels.
• Switching to green seal products for cleaning hard and upholstered floors and glass.
• Using a degreaser instead of acid-based cleaners to clean showers.
• Upgrading vacuum cleaners to employ HEPA-like air filtration.
• Replacing opaque plastic trash can liners with clear to reveal recyclables and improve safe handling of trash.
• Dispensing health-care grade professional hand wash in designated areas to reduce the risk of community-based infections.
• Replacing gel hand soap with foaming hand soap in restrooms throughout campus. Foam soaps reduce the amount of product needed for hand washing and eliminate drip mess in restrooms.
• Incorporating color-coded microfiber cloths into the cleaning process. They clean better with fewer chemicals, do a better job absorbing dust particles, are more durable and are washable/ reusable.
• Source: What products do custodians use? Are they safe and environmentally friendly? https://www.bucknell.edu/azdirectory/facilities/frequently-asked-questions
Additionally, Approximately 1,520,000 GSF of building space is monitored with the Analytika fault detection and diagnostic (FDD) system. Since all of our buildings are managed by Bucknell custodial staff, the remaining space of about (3,052, 000 - 2,169,000) = 883,000 is covered by the single attribute.
In addition to managed in accordance with an energy/water management program; the University also practice Green cleaning as documented below:
Bucknell Green Cleaning
Going green is not a new issue for Bucknell's custodial staff. Bucknell University proactively investigates green cleaning options and systematically initiate the most economic, eco-friendly and effective cleaning materials.
Our sustainable (green) cleaning policy include:
• Using water-based floor refinish on wood sports floors, decreasing exposure of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to personnel and the environment compared to oil-based treatments.
• Using ready to dispense automated dilution systems in all custodial areas. These systems:
o Cut chemical use by 50% or more.
o Minimize storage, weight and transportation.
o Prevent excessive product use, minimizing chemical waste and concentrated toxicity.
o Ensure products are diluted at the proper ratio and minimizes the risk of chemicals spilling or coming in contact with skin.
o Prevent the mixing of incompatible chemicals.
o Reduce training requirements.
• Eliminating many aerosol spray products.
• Eliminating chlorinated bleach products that were dangerous to people and property.
• Switching to large roll paper towels that save 30% paper consumption over multi-fold towels.
• Switching to green seal products for cleaning hard and upholstered floors and glass.
• Using a degreaser instead of acid-based cleaners to clean showers.
• Upgrading vacuum cleaners to employ HEPA-like air filtration.
• Replacing opaque plastic trash can liners with clear to reveal recyclables and improve safe handling of trash.
• Dispensing health-care grade professional hand wash in designated areas to reduce the risk of community-based infections.
• Replacing gel hand soap with foaming hand soap in restrooms throughout campus. Foam soaps reduce the amount of product needed for hand washing and eliminate drip mess in restrooms.
• Incorporating color-coded microfiber cloths into the cleaning process. They clean better with fewer chemicals, do a better job absorbing dust particles, are more durable and are washable/ reusable.
• Source: What products do custodians use? Are they safe and environmentally friendly? https://www.bucknell.edu/azdirectory/facilities/frequently-asked-questions
Additionally, Approximately 1,520,000 GSF of building space is monitored with the Analytika fault detection and diagnostic (FDD) system. Since all of our buildings are managed by Bucknell custodial staff, the remaining space of about (3,052, 000 - 2,169,000) = 883,000 is covered by the single attribute.
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