| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 60.36 |
| Liaison | Shane Stennes |
| Submission Date | Aug. 2, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Tier2-4: Snow and Ice Removal
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Lester
Potts Grounds Superintendent Facilities Management Landcare |
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:
The snow and ice removal program is designed around mechanical removal with applications of chlorides in the right amount, at the right time, and at the right temperature. Steps include: annually calibrating equipment and training/reviewing with staff proper use of de-icing chemicals; monitoring weather conditions; pre-treating primary pedestrian walkways, roads, parking ramps and loading docks with liquid de-iciers; pre-wetting road salt; minimizing use of sand to appropriate conditions.
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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