| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.27 |
| Liaison | Jesse Russell |
| Submission Date | Dec. 30, 2024 |
Canadore College
OP-10: Purchased Goods
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.85 / 4.00 |
10.1 Percentage of cleaning products spend that meets sustainability criteria
Does the institution have sufficient data on its cleaning product spend to pursue this indicator?:
Performance year for cleaning products spend:
Total annual spend on cleaning products:
Annual spend on cleaning products that meet preferable sustainability criteria:
Annual spend on cleaning products that meet other qualifying sustainability criteria:
List or sample of cleaning product purchases that meet sustainability criteria:
In alignment with Canadore College's commitment to sustainability, the maintenance team has transitioned to environmentally friendly cleaning products. Partnering with Diversey, a leader in sustainable cleaning solutions, the college employs a range of certified green products, including:
-
J-FILL BREAKDOWN XC ODOR
- ECOLOGO Certified
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J-FILL CREW BATHROOM CLEANER
- ECOLOGO Certified
- GREENGUARD Certified
- Certified by HALA and Islamic Services of America
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J-FILL PROMINENCE HEAVY DUTY
- Green Seal Certified
- GREENGUARD Certified
- Cascades PRO Select Paper Towels
- Recycled Certified - Made from 100% recycled fibres.
- ECOLOGO certified.
In addition to these certified products, the maintenance team incorporates natural cleaning remedies, such as water and vinegar, as part of its eco-conscious practices.
While most cleaning solutions meet rigorous environmental standards, two products currently in use lack certifications:
- J-FILL VIREX II 256 54334 Disinfectant Cleaner
- J-FILL GLANCE HC Glass Cleaner
Efforts are underway to identify sustainable alternatives for these items, reflecting Canadore’s dedication to achieving comprehensive green cleaning practices.
The Reporting Tool will automatically calculate the following three figures:
Percentage of cleaning product spend that meets other qualifying sustainability criteria:
Points earned for indicator OP 10.1:
10.2 Percentage of electronics spend that meets sustainability criteria
Performance year for electronics product spend:
Total annual spend on electronics:
Annual spend on electronics that meet preferable sustainability criteria:
Annual spend on electronics spend that meet other qualifying sustainability criteria:
List or sample of electronics purchases that meet sustainability criteria:
The Reporting Tool will automatically calculate the following three figures:
Percentage of electronics spend that meets other qualifying sustainability criteria:
Points earned for indicator OP 10.2:
10.3 Percentage of furniture spend that meets sustainability criteria
Performance year for furniture spend:
Total annual spend on furniture:
Annual spend on furniture that meets preferable sustainability criteria:
Annual spend on furniture that meets other qualifying sustainability criteria:
List or sample of furniture purchases that meet sustainability criteria:
The Reporting Tool will automatically calculate the following three figures:
Percentage of furniture spend that meets other qualifying sustainability criteria:
Points earned for indicator OP 10.3:
10.4 Percentage of office paper spend that meets sustainability criteria
Performance year for office paper spend:
Total annual spend on office paper:
Annual spend on office paper that meets preferable sustainability criteria:
Annual spend on office paper that meets other qualifying sustainability criteria:
List or sample of office paper purchases that meet sustainability criteria:
A sample of office paper purchases that meet sustainability criteria could include:
· Supplier: Grand & Toy
· Sustainability Certification: Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)
· Product Examples:
o Recycled content paper
o Chlorine-free or elemental chlorine-free processed paper
o Paper with reduced environmental impact packaging (e.g., no plastic or minimal materials).
The Reporting Tool will automatically calculate the following three figures:
Percentage of office paper spend that meets other qualifying sustainability criteria:
Points earned for indicator OP 10.4:
Optional documentation
Additional documentation for this credit:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.