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ECU emits 23,338 tonnes of CO2 every year from energy utilities. That's the same emissions as 7,800 cars! ECU offices used approx 34,600 reams of paper last year, the equivalent of 1,153 trees!
ECU emits 23,338 tonnes of CO2 every year from energy utilities. That's the same emissions as 7,800 cars! ECU offices used approx 34,600 reams of paper last year, the equivalent of 1,153 trees!
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ECU emits 23,338 tonnes of CO2 every year from energy utilities. That's the same emissions as 7,800 cars! ECU offices used approx 34,600 reams of paper last year, the equivalent of 1,153 trees!
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management solutions From ripple to wave • Huge waves begin from a tiny ripple out in the deep ocean • As the ripple travels towards the coast, it gradually grows… • Waves eventually hit the shore, shaping and changing the coastline We can be ripples! • By making small changes to the way we operate • By encouraging and inspiring others to do the same • By growing our ideas
WE CAN HAVE AN IMPACT!
Why have a GOP? • ECU emits 23,338 tonnes of CO2 every year from energy utilities. That’s the same emissions as 7,800 cars! • ECU consumes 270,000 KL of water each year in buildings and on grounds. That’s enough to fill 270 Olympic swimming pools! • ECU offices used approx 34,600 reams of paper last year, the equivalent of 1,153 trees!* Program Aims 1. Become a University-wide, permanent program 2. Raise awareness and empower staff to create change 3. Change staff behaviour 4. Reduce our environmental impact 5. Measure the environmental progress of the University An ECU Green Office: 1. Minimises the consumption of resources- avoid or reduce consumption where possible 2. Minimises waste produced- reuse or recycle where possible 3. Thinks ‘green’ when purchasing- buys recycled or reusable material, life cycles 4. Educates and engages staff in environmental management initiatives Activities of Reps • Involves staff from across the University making small changes to everyday work practices to reduce our environmental impact. Reps: – Undertake environmental assessments – Establish greener operating systems – Draw attention to environmental issues within your work area – Promote/communicate initiatives such as recycling, green purchasing and energy and water conservation to other staff members • Examples include: – Ensuring printers and copiers are defaulted to print duplex – Encouraging staff to turn off lighting overnight – Encouraging ‘green’ purchasing practices – Facilitating office recycling – Implementing paper reduction strategies – Developing online filing systems – Use of laptops and projectors in meetings – Printer/copier training 4 Steps to Success 1. Undertake Office Assessment using the Checklist 2. Develop and implement an Action Plan using the Green Office Manual 3. Communicate your successes, for example using the Scorecard 4. Aim for continual improvement through ongoing Training Green Office Checklist • Initial walk-through assessment to help you identify areas to prioritise for environmental action – Energy (computers, lighting) – Water (leaks, staff use of kitchenette) – Purchasing (recycled paper, stationary) – Waste and Recycling (desk side paper bins) – Kitchenettes (reusable crockery) Green Office Action Plan • Once you have filled out the Checklist, use the Action Plan to help you plan and prioritise strategies for your office area. • You can use the Green Office Manual as a tool to help you with these strategies. • NB: Sending out the odd email just wont work. You will need to adopt a consistent, staged approach. Action Plan Cont… • Before implementing your Action Plan, try to measure and record the current situation. For example, – How many reams of paper are currently being used per month? – How much paper is currently being recycled? – How many paper recycling boxes are there in your area? Assistance Provided! • The Environment Officer can provide assistance, tools, resources and advice to help you make these changes, such as: – Email templates – Facts and stats – Stickers and posters – Staff Questionnaires – Help developing Action Plans – Advice on implementing office initiatives Green Office Manual • Comprises many useful hints and tips to help you in devising strategies for your office environment. Available online at: www.ecu.edu.au/fas/ecoecu – Energy Conservation – Water Conservation – Waste and Recycling – Transport – Purchasing – Paper Reduction Communicating Successes • The Scorecard is being developed as a tool to track and communicate our environmental progress. • It will be based upon the Checklist and your Action Plans and will aim to measure progress from our baseline. • It’s a WIP- I welcome your input or feedback! Communications Cont. • Other ways in which you can communicate your Green Office initiatives include: – Holding a morning tea – Email staff about initiatives – Raise changes at staff general meetings – Case Studies section on the EcoECU website – At Green Office Rep meetings • This is a very important part of the role of Reps! Formal Training • Currently working to develop formal training sessions: – Energy conservation (computer, copier power management, lighting systems etc) – Paper reduction (electronic filing, reading on screen etc) – Green Purchasing (general purchasing guidelines, why and how to ‘buy green’) Informal sessions • Opportunities to share with other Reps your success stories! • Conversation Cafes • Guest speakers • Workshops on particular environmental strategies (ie: implementing office recycling) • Individual sessions with Reps Other resources • A list of useful resources are available at: www.ecu.edu.au/fas/ecoecu under the Green Office or Resources webpages Line Manager Approval • Make sure that you get approval from you line manager via an email and forward to environment@ecu.edu.au. • This ensures they are aware of the initiative and will support your work for the Program! • A copy of a Letter to Supervisors can be emailed to you if you require one. Next Steps 1. Gain supervisor support. (Letter available) 2. Complete Checklist for your office area 3. Complete Action Plan 4. Email both to environment@ecu.edu.au 5. Hold an introductory morning tea 6. Implement Action Plan - don’t hesitate to contact the EO with any queries! 7. Next Meeting- 12th June. An opportunity to discuss Action Plans and any issues. Questions?