| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 57.74 |
| Liaison | Andrew Horning |
| Submission Date | March 27, 2012 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Michigan
OP-T2-22: Snow and Ice Removal
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Terrance
Alexander Executive Director Office of Campus Sustainability |
Has the institution implemented technologies or strategies to reduce the environmental impacts of snow and ice removal?:
A brief description of the snow and ice removal program, policy, or practice:
Alternative granular deicing products continue to be evaluated for effectiveness, non-corrosive properties, ease of application, and cost. Grounds personnel will use only those materials deemed least damaging to University facilities and the environment. GWM is currently using Magnesium chloride as its primary granular deicer for walks, steps, plazas, entryways, etc.
GWM has reduced it’s salt and sand use by an average of 43%. GWM currently has 17 liquid application units to cover all roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and entryways. Areas designated for anti-icing/deicing treatments will be sprayed with rates of application outlined in the “Operations Matrix”. The principle liquid material is 23% Salt Brine mixed with Caliber M-1000 (30% concentration magnesium chloride brine blended with an engineered agricultural byproduct at a 90/10 ratio).
The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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