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Environmental Management and Sustainability at UConn EBC – CT Chapter May 16, 2006

Environmental Management and Sustainability at UConn EBC – CT Chapter May 16, 2006. Richard A. Miller Director of Environmental Policy Email: rich.miller@uconn.edu 860-486-8741. University of Connecticut. Established in 1881 Over 4,000 Acres at Main Campus in Storrs (Mansfield)

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Environmental Management and Sustainability at UConn EBC – CT Chapter May 16, 2006

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  1. Environmental Management and Sustainability at UConnEBC – CT ChapterMay 16, 2006 Richard A. Miller Director of Environmental Policy Email: rich.miller@uconn.edu 860-486-8741

  2. University of Connecticut • Established in 1881 • Over 4,000 Acres at Main Campus in Storrs (Mansfield) • No. 1 Public University in New England (U.S. News & World Report) • Law School in Hartford • Health Center in Farmington • Five Regional Campuses • Enrollment of 28,000 • 74% of students at Storrs live on-campus

  3. Environmental Policy Organization

  4. UConn’s Environmental Policy StatementAdopted April 2004 Performance:The University will institutionalize best practices and continually monitor, report on and improve its environmental performance. Responsible management and growth:The University will endeavor to design, construct and maintain its buildings, infrastructure and grounds in a manner that ensures environmental sustainability and protects public health and safety. Outreach:The University will promote environmental stewardship in Connecticut and embrace environmental initiatives in partnership with its surrounding communities. Academics:The University will advance understanding of the environment through its curriculum, research and other academic programs, and will employ an ethic of environmental stewardship in all intellectual pursuits. Conservation:The University will conserve natural resources, increase its use of environmentally sustainable products, materials and services, including renewable resources, and prevent pollution and minimize wastes through reduction, reuse and recycling. Teamwork:The University will encourage teamwork and provide groups and individuals with support, guidance and recognition for achieving shared environmental goals.

  5. Sustainable Design Guidelines Climate Change - GHG Emissions Reductions Alternative Fuels Energy Conservation Water Conservation Recycling / Waste Paper Reduction Environmental Literacy Student Environmental Outreach - EcoHusky 2004-06 Sustainability Initiatives

  6. Internships EPAC Subcommittees Class Projects Research Projects Events & Activities Outreach Students Drive Green Campus Initiatives

  7. Construction: UConn 2000 / 21st Century1995–2005 / 2005-2015 • $2.3 billion capital improvement program to renew, rebuild and enhance • 130+ projects over $2 Million • 2.9 million GSF new construction • 600,000+ GSF renovation • Applications, enrollment, diversity, academic metrics all up since ’95

  8. Opportunity  $2.3 billion capital improvement program Rural setting for rapid growth Community  environmentally aware and involved Need  improved environmental performance Reflects UConn’s land grant values Environmental sustainability focus area in Academic Plan Makes sense! “triple bottom line” Beyond Compliance: Sustainable Development

  9. Sustainable Design Guidelines (SDGs) Align with LEED®Standards 5 Goals: • Minimize Site Disturbance • Safeguard Water • Reduce Energy Impacts • Conserve Materials and Resources • Create Healthy Indoor Environments

  10. Green Building at UConnFirst LEED-Registered Athletic Facility in NCAA SDGs in Action: Conserving Materials - Recycled Sneakers in Synthetic Turf

  11. Sustainable Design/LEED Matrix

  12. Legend Preservation Conservation Education & Research 2003-04 East Campus Master Planof Conservation and Development

  13. Environmental Compliance at UConn Operations / Impacts • Construction Activities • Water Supply System • Cogeneration / Central Utility Plant • Sewage Plant

  14. Environmental Management Plan (EMP)Implementation Process EMP Team Director, Construction Management Director, EH&S Asst. Director, Facilities Operations Director, Environmental Policy (lead)

  15. Office of Environmental PolicyEnvironmental Compliance Staff

  16. Construction-Related Env Compliance • Flood Mngmt Certificates (Erosion & Sedimentation Control) • Wetlands Permits • Stormwater Permits • Dust Control • Air Emissions • Construction Waste Mngmt • Site Assessment & Remediation • Spill Response & Cleanup • Etc.

  17. Larger Construction Projects Subject to CEPAENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT EVALUATION (EIE) Physical • Air Quality • Noise & Light • Traffic, Parking & Circulation • Public Utilities • Potable Water Supply • Stormwater Drainage • Solid & Hazardous Waste • Aesthetics • Cultural Resources Natural • Geology, Topography & Soils • Surface Water • Groundwater • Floodplains • Wetlands • Fisheries • Plants & Wildlife/State Listed Species • Specimen Trees Socioeconomic • Land Use & Zoning • State, Local & Campus Master Planning • Open Space & Farmland • Public Health & Safety • Economy, Employment & Income • Environmental Justice

  18. Landfill Remediation Project • 10-year, $27 million investigation and cleanup • 67-acre preservation area gives faculty and students opportunities for applied research & design projects: • Amphibian research, invasive species control • Trail creation & marking, wildlife observation • Wetland restoration & creation

  19. UConn Water Supply SystemAn Essential Sustainable Growth Consideration • 2 Major Wellfields • Fenton (0.844 MGD) • 4 wells, installed 1926-59 • Willimantic (2.3 MGD) • 4 wells, installed 1970-98 • 8 Million Gallons Emergency Storage • Regulated by DEP, DPH, EPA as Public Water Supply System • ~25,000 Population Served (90% On-Campus) • 1.35 MGD avg day demand • 2.1 – 2.2 MGD peak day demand Sept. 2005

  20. UConn Water SupplyAverage Daily Demand UConn 2000: 1995-2005 -- Water conservation achieved by installing low-flow fixtures, repairing and replacing leaky water supply distribution infrastructure

  21. East Campus & Fenton Wellfield Legend Direct Recharge Area Fenton Forest Special Forest Wetland Soil Fenton Wellfield Historic District (Natl. Registry)

  22. Stress on the Fenton River • UConn Study – Effects of Pumping Wells on Fenton River Instream Flow and Aquatic Habitat -- Sept. 2003 to March 2006 • Findings: During low-flow (drought) periods, pumping nearby wells can further reduce river flow • Water Conservation helps! Voluntary measures after September 9 reduced campus water consumption by 100-150,000 GPD; UConn ordered additional reductions Fenton River September 9-15 Please conserve water!

  23. UConn’s Commitment to Restore & Protect • Re-Stock 1,000 Trout • Promote Public Access for Fishing • Study Re-Colonization of Invertebrates • ~$700K Water Supply System Improvements to Increase Reliance on Wells Near Larger Willimantic River(.300+ MGD increase) • More Water Conservation! Demand-Side RFP • Implement Fenton Study’s Water System Management Recommendations

  24. Fenton River Study Recommendations • Install Automated Stream Flow Gauge in Fenton River • Repair or Replace Well D to Maximize Pumping Capacity • Move Well A Further Away from River, Deeper into Aquifer • Install/Update/Calibrate Motors, Meters and Electronic Controls • Reduce or Stop Pumping Based on Low Flow Readings from Stream Gauge (6 – 3 cfs) Fenton River Trout Re-Stocking April 2006

  25. Striving for Environmental Leadership… “In departments throughout the University, from the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources to Engineering and Liberal Arts, we are developing conscientious thinkers and citizens by modeling the behavior that we teach our students to follow… It is the cumulative effect of seemingly minor events that will change the world.   It is through innovative examples and teamwork that UConn can be a steward of the Earth’s future.” -- University of Connecticut President Phillip Austin

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