| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.21 |
| Liaison | Dave Barbier |
| Submission Date | June 3, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
PA-2: Sustainability Planning
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
4.00 / 4.00 |
Shelly
Janowski Sustainability Coordinator Facility Services |
Does the institution have current and formal plans to advance sustainability in the following areas? Do the plans include measurable objectives?:
| Current and Formal Plans (Yes or No) | Measurable Objectives (Yes or No) | |
| Curriculum | Yes | Yes |
| Research (or other scholarship) | Yes | Yes |
| Campus Engagement | Yes | No |
| Public Engagement | Yes | Yes |
| Air and Climate | Yes | Yes |
| Buildings | Yes | Yes |
| Dining Services/Food |
No
Date Revised: July 15, 2015
|
No |
| Energy | Yes | Yes |
| Grounds | No | Yes |
| Purchasing | Yes | Yes |
| Transportation | Yes | No |
| Waste | Yes | Yes |
| Water | Yes | Yes |
| Diversity and Affordability | Yes | Yes |
| Health, Wellbeing and Work | Yes | Yes |
| Investment | No | No |
| Other | No | No |
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Curriculum:
General education program includes Cultural and Environmental Awareness requirements for each student.
2014 Strategic Plan for Teaching and Learning Engagement includes values that align with our UW-Stevens Point strategic plan, including sustainable management of natural resources and other resources.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Curriculum plan(s):
Assessment of student learning in our new GEP draws upon several measures, including institution-wide assessment and department-based assessment. In addition to this, our GEP Assessment plan outlines the use of Course Portfolios and Faculty Learning Communities.
Strategic Plan for Teaching and Learning Engagement includes goals and objectives, survey responses, concept plan, action steps, timeline and responsibilities.
http://www.uwsp.edu/acadaff/Documents/Strategic%20Plan%20for%20Teaching%20and%20Learning/Strategic%20Plan%20for%20Teaching%20and%20Learning%20Engagement%20Spring%202014.pdf
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Curriculum plan(s):
Academic Affairs and General Education Committee
Provost's Office
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Research (or other scholarship):
The Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology (WIST) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point provides research, education and services to improve Wisconsin’s long-term environment and economy through collaboration of educators, students and researchers. WIST develops innovative curricula, technologies, and products that promote efficient resource use and benefit Wisconsin’s citizens, businesses and industries.
Grants awarded by the UW System will support economic development in projects at universities across Wisconsin. At UW-Stevens Point, two WIST projects were funded: A grant of $2.8 million will fund a collaborative research facility for development and commercialization of biorefinery technologies. A grant of $1.4 million will fund an innovation in specialty papers, including upgrades to the UW-Stevens Point pilot paper plant to enable improved education and training as well as trial-run production of laminated and coated papers for packaging, a sector with high growth potential.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Research plan(s):
Research and laboratory services objectives currently center on development of specialty papers for sustainable packaging, such as products that incoroporate bioplastics or polymers as coatings or additives; innovation to gain value from waste materials such as pulp and paper mill residuals; development of a pilot-scale biorefinery and cellulose processing facility; and compostability, repulpability and recyclability testing.
WIST biofuels research focuses on lignocellulosic sources such as wood pulp, and has potential to add revenue sources for the paper industry. WIST biofuels research has been supported by nearly $4 million in Department of Defense funding as part of the DoD initiative for fuel security. WIST is currently seeking partners for commercialization of its patented lignin-solvent technology.
Other research objectives include exploring new, non-food uses for agricultural and forestry resources. We're looking at use of residual or waste materials so food supply is not impacted
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Research plan(s):
Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology at UW-Stevens Point
Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance Campus Engagement around sustainability:
Stevens Point is “Pointing the way to a Sustainable Future” through campus, community and academic initiatives. A new Office of Sustainability discovers ways to reach out to the campus and community through a strategic planning process to ensure our sustainable future.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Campus Engagement plan:
Through sustainability literacy assessment results, the Office of Sustainability will develop strategies and goals to advance sustainability on campus.
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Campus Engagement plan(s):
Sustainability Coordinator and Office of Sustainability
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance Public Engagement around sustainability:
The Partnership for Thriving Communities will provide the framework through which the university will become more responsive to local needs, and more relevant to solving regional problems by embracing the sustainability principles of “Planet, People, and Profit.”
The WI Center for Environmental Education (WCEE) programming and staff structure has shifted its focus on education for sustainability (EfS) that more fully meets the needs of school districts and communities. The WCEE staff are working with partners around the state to build capacity for environmental and sustainability literacy. This new, more comprehensive approach reflects a desire to address the environmental, social, and economic aspects of life. The goal is to develop active, educated citizens who support healthy human and natural communities.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Public Engagement plan(s):
Under the strategic plan, each year Chancellor Patterson will assign the university community a series of annual priorities crafted in consultation with faculty governance and the Strategic Planning Committee. These priorities will be aimed at improving the university’s capacity to Advance Learning, Enhance Living, Develop and Use Resources, and Honor and Advance Our Legacy. The task of the Sustainable Communities Advisory Committee is to ensure that these annual priorities advance the specific goals related to sustainability.
Wisconsin’s Plan to Advance Education for Environmental Literacy and Sustainability in PK-12 Schools (Plan) provides a road map for statewide strategic collaboration to ensure all students graduate from high school prepared to continue this legacy and ready for college and careers in the 21st century.
The Plan recommends strategies that are intended to be pursued over time. Ultimately, the success of the Plan depends on the support and participation of a broad range of collaborators throughout the state. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education, and Wisconsin Environmental Education Foundation volunteered to provide leadership for the Plan.
http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/wcee/Documents/env-literacy-plan.pdf
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Public Engagement plan(s):
Sustainability Coordinator and Office of Sustainability, Academic Affairs, Sustainable Communities Advisory Committee, Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Air and Climate:
UWSP has pledged sustainability by becoming a signatory of two of the most important documents for universities regarding a commitment to sustainability, the Talloires Declaration and the American College and University President's Climate Change Commitment (ACUPCC). In the fall of 2007, the UWSP Sustainability Task Force was created to achieve the goals set forth in the Chancellor’s Climate Commitment. That committee completed our Carbon Neutrality Plan in 2011.
An Energy Service Company was hired in 2013 with energy conservation work slated to begin in 2015.
UW-Stevens Point partnered with Chevrolet to sell carbon credits in 2015; revenue will fund a climate reduction program.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Air and Climate plan(s):
Carbon neutrality goal of 2050 with a 25% reduction in emissions every 10 years. The Office of Sustainability will review and update the plan as part of its FY16 goals.
Greenhouse gas inventory updated annually
Projecting 4,195 metric tons of carbon emissions reduction with energy service company in FY2016
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Air and Climate plan(s):
Office of Sustainability
Facility Services and Energy Service Company
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Buildings:
Carbon Neutrality Plan 2011
Working with an Energy Service Company through State of Wisconsin performance contracting initiative
LEED certified residence halls
Planning stages of LEED comparable science building
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Buildings plan(s):
Estimate starting performance contracting work fall 2015 or spring 2016. Performance contracting will include building envelope improvements; project will include measurement and verification.
LEED certification reporting requirements for residential halls
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Buildings plan(s):
Facility Services, Office of Sustainability, Residential Living
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Dining Services/Food:
Dining continues to develop and improve its long-term strategy for using local and organic products in residential, catering and retail areas because we recognize the importance of supporting local businesses and farms that provide jobs and economic development. Our local sourcing definition is: the purchase of a product/service that has been manufactured, harvested, extracted, or supplied within a 400 mile radius of the UWSP campus.
Working on Fair Trade University certification and advance our vegan dining program.
The CPS Café is a unique food service business open to the public. Dietetics students operate the CPS Café and experience all aspects of food service operation and management. CPS Café offers the best natural and organic foods. The menu focuses on healthy eating choices. The food is sourced from sustainable local farms and the café uses green-sustainable practices in the operation and management.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Dining Services/Food plan(s):
Local foods inventory done in 2015 for STARS
An Office of Sustainability student employee prepared a 2015 status report on her Fair Trade University designation accomplishments and efforts made towards advancing vegan dining in University Dining Services.
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Dining Services/Food plan(s):
Office of Sustainability
University Dining Services
CPS Cafe
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Energy:
2011 Carbon Neutrality Plan includes an energy management section.
Reduce energy consumption through performance contracting projects
Increase use of renewable energy credits
Residenital Living renovation plans include sustainability initiatives, and each project supports their mission to provide safe and environmentally friendly living environments.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Energy plan(s):
Estimate starting performance contracting work fall 2015. Measurement and verification from Energy Service Company to meet their projections
Energy dashboard will be installed
Increased purchase of Renewable Energy Credits
Solar panels added to every residential hall when renovated
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Energy plan(s):
McKinstry - Energy Service Company
Facility Services
Office of Sustainability
Residential Living
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Grounds:
Committee currently formed to increase composting on campus and reduce waste.
Committee also is working on an herbacide use reduction or elimination plan in landscaping
Composting and natural landscaping included in our Carbon Neutrality Plan 2011
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Grounds plan(s):
Compost statistics are maintained by Facility Services department
Historical Pesticide Use document created in 2015; Herbacide application statistics are maintained
Residential Living and the Waste Eduction Center runs a residence hall food waste composting program. Weights are collected and stats maintained.
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Grounds plan(s):
Office of Sustainability
Waste committee
Facility Services Grounds Department
Residential Living
Waste Education Center staff
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Purchasing:
Administrative & Academic Green Cleaning Program
Working on plan to increase recycled content of paper purchased
We are bound by a mandatory state contract to purchase EPEAT computers and Energy Star rated devices.
Residential Living local and sustainable purchasing policy (to meet LEED requirements)
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Purchasing plan(s):
Green Guard certified through Diversey
Paper and electronics inventories done for STARS 2015
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Purchasing plan(s):
Facility Services Academic Custodial Department
Office of Sustainability
Residential Living
Information Technology department
Purchasing Department
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Transportation:
Campus Master Plan - pedestrian and bicycle circulation section
Carbon Neutrality Plan includes transportation components
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Transportation plan(s):
The Campus Master Plan proposes a clear hierarchy of pedestrian pathways within campus.
The plan includes promoting alternative transportation and attitude toward parking.
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Transportation plan(s):
Facilities Planning Department
Office of Sustainability
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Waste:
Carbon Neutrality Plan has a section on waste management
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Waste plan(s):
Monthly and annual stats are kept for composting, recycling, and waste sent to landfill.
Present discussion on how to have waste service provide actual weights instead of estimated weights in order for us to have better data
Statistics kept on contruction and demolition waste for every building project
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Waste plan(s):
Office of Sustainability
Facility Services recycling program
Waste Education Center managed by the WI Institute for Sustainable Technology
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Water:
Water conservation initiatives through performance contracting
UW-Stevens Point Stormwater Management Plan
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Water plan(s):
Completed Campus Wide Water Fixture by Fixture Audit
Developed Proposal That Focuses on Fixture Internal Upgrades to meet As-Designed Standards, Achieve Water Use Reductions, and greatly improve function
Upgrades Include:
Replace internals of toilet/urinal flushometers to individually tune and achieve factory intended performance.
Upgrade will include incorporating dual flush technology (i.e. two level flushing).
Replace internals of tank toilets to individually tune and achieve factory intended performance.
Install vandal-resistant low flow aerators on sinks.
Install reduced flow shower heads at HEC.
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Water plan(s):
McKinstry - Energy Service Company
Facility Services
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance Diversity and Affordability:
Inclusive Excellence is a planning process intended to help each UW System institution establish a comprehensive and well-coordinated set of systematic actions that focus specifically on fostering greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and accountability at every level of university life.
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Diversity and Affordability plan(s):
Equity Scorecard Project
UWSP's Equity Scorecard Team has partnered with members of the Center of Urban Education and UW System to explore the access, retention, and persistence of under-represented minority student populations at UWSP. The process began in January of 2011 with a careful examination of student data and has been followed by several lines of inquiry and investigation. Most recently, the Equity Scorecard Team has decided to explore the student perspective around these issues.
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Diversity and Affordability plan(s):
Equity Scorecard UW-Stevens Point Evidence Team Members
Equity and Affirmative Action
Inclusive Excellence Committee
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Health, Wellbeing and Work:
Excerpts from our Strategic Plan - A Partnership for Thriving Communities:
A prosperous community includes access to good jobs and entrepreneurial opportunities and supports a life of socioeconomic mobility, financial security and job satisfaction. Moreover, such preparation helps our students discover their personal definitions of prosperity and the good life, then work and live accordingly.
Enhance Living - Transformational education and growth occur within a community that supports the development of every individual’s intellectual, social and personal potential. To enhance living, we continue to:
• Provide programmatic and physical resources that enable students and other community members to thrive;
• Nurture a campus climate that is accessible, safe and supportive for all students, employees and visitors; and
• Affirm our interdependence by how we treat each other.
Our efforts are informed by our commitments to promote inclusivity, wellness and the sustainable management of resources.
We are careful custodians of our resources, including our time and energy. Our talents drive intellectual and economic sustainability. We invest in professional development and growth. We support and retain our employees, for their talents and institutional wisdom and to honor their commitment to our university. We explore better ways to recruit new colleagues. We don’t assume that traditional revenue models will remain viable, so we explore new ideas, opportunities and partnerships. We welcome and encourage experimental programs and activities.
Employee Satisfaction:
Our strategic impacts depend on our employees, so we do our best to reward the time, energy and passion they invest in our institution. Eliciting and honoring input from employees is essential. We continue to seek ways to value, support and competitively compensate our colleagues. We continue to seek ways to make UW-Stevens Point a thriving community, including how we interact with each other.
Date Revised: July 15, 2015
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Health, Wellbeing and Work plan(s):
2013 Living Wage analysis reports on lowest paid workers
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Health, Wellbeing and Work plan(s):
Employee Wellness department
Human Resources
Living Wage Task Force
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in Investment:
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the Investment plan(s):
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the Investment plan(s):
A brief description of the plan(s) to advance sustainability in other areas:
The measurable objectives, strategies and timeframes included in the other plan(s):
Accountable parties, offices or departments for the other plan(s):
The institution’s definition of sustainability:
Does the institution’s strategic plan or equivalent guiding document include sustainability at a high level?:
A brief description of how the institution’s strategic plan or equivalent guiding document addresses sustainability:
Several of the themes and goals of the strategic plan give direction to the creation of our carbon neutrality plan. They include:
•Valuing “ecological stewardship”
•Advanced learning that cultivates an inclusive and ecologically responsible world view among all constituents by promoting the values of ecologically responsible stewardship in curriculum and programs
•Enhance living by providing a campus culture that encourages engagement, responsibility, respect, and inclusivity
•Enhance living by developing sustainable relationships between the university and its partners-local, state, regional, national, and global.
•We shall develop and leverage physical resources through 1) maintenance of a master plan which establishes sustainable use of physical facilities; and 2) establish a sustainability plan for energy, materials, recycling, facilities and usage/schedule.
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainability planning is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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