| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.21 |
| Liaison | Dave Barbier |
| Submission Date | June 3, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
OP-10: Landscape Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.61 / 2.00 |
Shelly
Janowski Sustainability Coordinator Facility Services |
Figures required to calculate the total area of managed grounds::
| Area | |
| Total campus area | 2,199 Acres |
| Footprint of the institution's buildings | 22 Acres |
| Area of undeveloped land, excluding any protected areas | 690 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 | 1,158 Acres |
| Managed organically, third party certified and/or protected | 328 Acres |
A copy of the IPM plan:
The IPM plan :
A brief summary of the institution’s approach to sustainable landscape management:
A strong prevention policy is the key to the UWSP sustainable landscape management plan. All available tools are used to maintain strong turf to manage plants and alleviate pests. Herbicides and fertilizers, irrigation, pruning, maintenance and wildlife specialists are utilized at the appropriate times. UWSP is more strict on weeds on the athletic fields than on common areas.
Although all grounds personnel are trained to identify pest problems, administrative complaints are a key indicator that a pest problem should be eliminated.
We use 100% organic fertilizer. Grounds are chemically treated only when an infestation has been identified and it has been determined that there may be damage to plants, trees or buildings.
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 planting is an important part of creating a visually and ecologically robust campus and an important part of the outdoor classroom for several college courses on campus. Approximately 20% of the plants on campus are native. There are areas where native plants are a priority - such as the rain garden. Plants are chosen based on their hardiness in our Wisconsin climate and also to provide color throughout the year. UWSP is a natural resources college and planting consideration is given to woody plants that meet the needs of outdoor classroom and teaching needs of courses. The recommended tree species can either be a native or non-native species as long as they fit within the tree selection guidelines found in our campus tree plan.
A brief description of the institution’s landscape materials management and waste minimization policies and practices:
Landscaping mulch waste, grass trimmings and other compostable waste produced on campus grounds is collected and put into piles which are turned and allowed to become compost. The compost that is produced on campus is created into a compost tea which is used on campus to fertilize flower beds.
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A brief description of the institution’s organic soils management practices:
Soil testing done on grounds to determine nutirent composition
Perrenial beds have been increased in order to reduce grass and mowing
Core aeration relieves oil compaction and allows the soil to breathe
A brief description of the institution’s use of environmentally preferable materials in landscaping and grounds management:
NatureSafe - 100% organic fertilizer for common areas - all parts of the chicken, including bone marrow and feathers, are used to make the fertilizer
Use chipped branches and other natural products for mulching
Local stone used for landscaping
A brief description of how the institution restores and/or maintains the integrity of the natural hydrology of the campus:
Rain gardens
Protect Moses Creek which flows under campus - always considered in new building projects: For more than 70 years, Moses Creek flowed in a drainage ditch through the eastern portion of Schmeeckle Reserve. A major restoration project in summer and fall of 2010 re-created the natural meanders of the stream and restored the historic wetland floodplain. New trails and boardwalks provide access to the wetland, which has been planted with trees, shrubs, and marsh vegetation.
The $900,000 restoration was funded as a mitigation project by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
A brief description of how the institution reduces the environmental impacts of snow and ice removal (if applicable):
Residential Living uses an environmentally friendly ice melter. Academic custodial began using an environmentally friendly ice melter for the 2011-12 winter season and beyond.
A brief description of any certified and/or protected areas:
Schmeeckle Reserve 285 acres of conservancy land
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:
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