| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.56 |
| Liaison | Juanita Van Norman |
| Submission Date | May 21, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Manitoba
OP-10: Landscape Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.55 / 2.00 |
Lyle
Morin Manager Grounds & General Svcs |
Figures required to calculate the total area of managed grounds::
| Area | |
| Total campus area | 189.75 Acres |
| Footprint of the institution's buildings | 40.75 Acres |
| Area of undeveloped land, excluding any protected areas | 40 Acres |
Area of managed grounds that is::
| Area | |
| Managed in accordance with an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plan | 0 Acres |
| Managed in accordance with a sustainable landscape management program that includes an IPM plan and otherwise meets the criteria outlined | 40 Acres |
| Managed organically, third party certified and/or protected | 0 Acres |
A copy of the IPM plan:
The IPM plan :
The University‘s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program employs a combination of physical, mechanical, cultural, behavioral, biological and chemical controls designed to manage ecosystems and pests to prevent problems from becoming uncontrollable, with the intent of minimizing chemical controls. As a result, the use of broadleaf pesticide for greenspace management was reduced from a high of approximately 260 litres to zero litres in 2013/14. Continued improvements to physical and mechanical turf management on campus will enable this to be reduced further, with a target of total elimination.
A brief summary of the institution’s approach to sustainable landscape management:
General Services staff members with professional training in Arboriculture and Grounds Maintenance are hired each season and are actively involved in the ongoing development and implementation of the IPM program. Wood chip mulch, produced on campus, is applied to flower and shrub beds and assists with weed control and moisture retention. A fall maintenance program for the beds has also been implemented.
A brief description of how the institution protects and uses existing vegetation, uses native and ecologically appropriate plants, and controls and manages invasive species:
Tree pruning efforts are not limited to hazard reduction but also include pruning for tree health. The health of the campus forest is improving and General Services has already reduced chemical pesticide use on all trees and shrubs.
The health of the campus turf is improving with the implementation of a new turf management program which involves aeration, fertilization and seeding with a variety that is disease and drought resistant.
A brief description of the institution’s landscape materials management and waste minimization policies and practices:
Grasscycling is used, and all (non-diseased) tree trimmings are chipped for application as mulch.
A brief description of the institution’s organic soils management practices:
N/A
A brief description of the institution’s use of environmentally preferable materials in landscaping and grounds management:
Restrictions on use of pesticides (see guideline).
A brief description of how the institution restores and/or maintains the integrity of the natural hydrology of the campus:
Naturalized fringe forests, riverbottom forests and riparian zone are maintained.
A brief description of how the institution reduces the environmental impacts of snow and ice removal (if applicable):
Eco-Traction material used as an alternative to salt.
A brief description of any certified and/or protected areas:
Is the institution recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation's Tree Campus USA program (if applicable)?:
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable landscape management programs and practices is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The area of undeveloped land is currently an estimate. A refined measurement will be developed in 2015. All lands are managed through a unified program coordinated by Physical Plant's General Services.
The area of undeveloped land is currently an estimate. A refined measurement will be developed in 2015. All lands are managed through a unified program coordinated by Physical Plant's General Services.
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.