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Learn how organizations can drive environmental performance using an EMS plan and continual improvement. Clark County, WA set ambitious environmental targets in 2006, including fuel usage reduction, emissions reduction, and energy use reduction. By 2011, they aimed to achieve a 20% reduction in fuel usage and energy use, as well as a 10% reduction in particulate matter emissions. They also targeted 100% compliance for Green List purchased products by 2009 and set a Commute Trip Reduction goal. Through phases focusing on energy conservation, they achieved significant reductions and investments in projects. Connect with Peter DuBois, Clark County's Sustainability Coordinator, for insights and guidance on environmentally sustainable practices. (Limit: 500 characters)
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How organizations can use EMS to drive environmental performance
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Environmental Targets(Baseline 2006) • 20% reduction in fuel usage by 2011 • 10% reduction in particulate matter (PM) emissions from diesel equipment by 2008 • 20% reduction in energy use by 2011 • 100% compliance for Green List purchased products by 2009. • Commute Trip Reduction (set by WA State)
7,000 Previous Consumption Levels New Consumption Levels - Guaranteed 6,000 Actual utility performance data 5,000 4,000 Million Btu's 3,000 2,000 1,000 - Jul-06 Aug-06 Sep-06 Oct-06 Nov-06 Dec-06 Jan-07 Feb-07 Mar-07 Apr-07 May-07 Phase 1 – Energy Conservation • Reduced energy use by 31.6% compared to previous baseline.
Peter DuBois Clark County, WA Sustainability Coordinator Pete.dubois@clark.wa.gov • (360) 397-6118 extension 4961