Green Campus Initiatives |
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These programs and projects reflect KCC's commitment to sustainability.
Technology projects
- Wind generated power
- Solar photovoltaic power generation (roof, wall, and pedestal)
- Ice storage power generation
- LEED certification for construction (US Green Building Council)
- Solar thermal energy (for the future)
- Geothermal heating and cooling (for the future)
Building programs
- HVAC renovations master plan (equipment, distribution, plant, usage)
- Lighting retrofits (indoor and emergency exit)
- Motor and pump replacement plan
- Building envelope retro-commissioning
- Roof replacement (white reflective membrane and future low profile vegetative roofs)
- Restroom efficiencies (toilet, urinals, sinks, hand dryers, motion sensors)
Grounds programs
- Conservation master plan
- Storm water management
- Road and path plan (recycled asphalt and permeable pavers for the future)
- Bike racks sustainable parking
- Tree replacement plan
- Exterior lighting plan (retrofit to energy efficient)
- Alternative fuel plan (vans, golf carts, electric lawn mowers)
- Integrated pest management plan (reduction in chemical use)
Staff and department programs
- Utility reduction plan (electric, natural gas, and water)
- Recycling program (aluminum, glass, plastic, cardboard, paper, batteries, pallets)
- Electronic recycling program (includes cell phones)
- Sustainable cleaning and paint products
- Sustainable office (office equipment, paper content, inks, book rental, e-storage)
6/13/2011
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