Environmental Stewardship Resource Guide Leatherman for EMS… Federal Environmental Symposia Rockville, MD, and Bellevue, WA JUNE 2009 Marlene RedDoor USEPA Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery

What’s a Leatherman? Better than a Swiss Army knife Patented by Tim Leatherman in the 1980’s Portland, OR Used by MacGyver, Jackie Chan, Keanu, & X-Files All in one pocket survival tool

Environmental Stewardship Resource Guide And Building Community Support

The ESRG is based on the concept of Environmental Stewardship StewardshipStewardship is taking personal responsibility and interest in management of something entrusted to one's care. Environmental stewardshipEnvironmental stewardship is the responsibility for environmental quality shared by all those whose actions affect the environment.

A Value reflected through the choices of individuals, companies, communities, and government organizations, and shaped by unique environmental, social, and economic interests A Behavior demonstrated through continuous improvement of environmental performance, a commitment to efficient use of natural resources, protection of ecosystems, and, ensuring a baseline of compliance with environmental requirements. Value and Behavior

The Environmental Stewardship Resource Guide (ESRG) connectsconnects the many parts of federal stewardship by consolidating much data into specific areas that are relevant to federal employees as they do their jobs. used by allmay be used by all individuals, companies, communities, and government organizations practicing environmental stewardship because we share the same environmental goals.

Actions Derived From 1.Executive Order – Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management 2.The Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC) MSW, Electronics, Industrial Materials, Chemical/Toxic reduction 3.RCRA Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines Industrial and Hazardous Waste Toxic Chemical Reduction 4.Environmental Management System implementation and outreach 5.New Executive Order Requirement – 2010…

Legal Basis Pollution Prevention Act (2002)+ Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Section 6002 Farm Security and Rural Investment Act (2002 Farm Bill), Section 9002 Energy Policy Act 1992, 2005 Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 Executive Orders 13423, Federal Acquisition Regulation

WHY do you need the ESRG? Leatherman for EMS…accessible, dynamic and comprehensive – you’ll use it all the time! To help fulfill requirement that all employees - management & staff – be trained and aware of their responsibilities. One stop center for information and access to anyone who has a specific role in developing and implementing environmentally preferable practices Demonstrates how to participate in implementation and contribute to success of environmental stewardship

How to use ESRG: Put it on your internet or intranet Add your own agency’s specific policy and information (html format) Use it as a knowledge base and for periodic training – as a base for answering quiz questions in training modules Use it’s additional materials to form a Green Team to collaborate on continuous improvement – build your green action community

Whatever you call it – Federal Environmental Stewardship, Implementing EO 13423, or EMS roll out It all comes down to people! How you reach out to them – early and often What tools you give them to learn & use – convenient and distinct to their needs A feeling of inclusion, value, ownership & participation - necessary for continued success A Team and A Community – building both to continue participation, willingness and a sense of responsibility – stewardship!

What do people need to know to do their job and participate in environmental stewardship ? It’s more than a resource guide depending on how you use it.  They need to know what’s required by their agency  They need to understand their responsibilities and choices in reducing the environmental footprint  They should understand their importance in setting and accomplishing the goals  They need to see the results and successes as well

Understand what is required What each person needs to know, depends on where he or she is within the Agency and what he or she does. There are five areas covered which represent the areas of responsible actions for: Every Person (general) Program and Resource Managers Purchasing Managers and Federal Bankcard Holders Federal Facility and Fleet Managers Contract and Grant Managers

Knowledge Base for Meeting EMS Goals & Targets What federal requirements exist? Regulations, contracts, executive orders, policy. What actions can I take? Specific actions to satisfy requirements and policy. Which resources are available? Where to go to develop and implement the actions. What training is available? Determine what the appropriate training is for you. How is EPA making strides? Accomplishments and programs already in place. What are other agencies doing? Other examples of what can be done.

What’s in the ESRG? About Environmental Stewardship- concept, overview at federal level, and quick references Using the ESRG – as a knowledge base and training tool Introductory Brochure – What is the ESRG and how to use it Fact Sheets act as a teaser and highlight for each section: What is required – list or outline of regulations and actions required Actions and background information References – quick web pages to access info Quiz – to test knowledge

What’s in the ESRG? Stewardship by Role Every Person : Every individual at the agency Program and Resource Managers : Anyone in the agency who oversees resources, programs or staff from AA’s to Team Leaders. Purchasing Managers and Federal Bankcard Holders : Anyone who has the responsibility to buy products or services. Federal Facilities and Fleet Managers : Anyone who manages a facility, building, environmental services, or transportation needs. Contract and Grant Managers, CORs, WAMs: Anyone who has a part in any of the Agency’s contracts, BPAs, Grants or Cooperative Agreements.

What else is in the ESRG: Environmental Stewardship at My Agency What’s expected Who should be involved How do I get them involved What is and how to form a “Green Team” How EPA’s stewardship efforts are integrated into its operations Add your own information – sample list of topics to include

ESRG Components – What is in the folder? ESRG CD to be used individually or placed on your intranet (also contains brochure & fact sheets) Brochure – what the tool is and how to use it, to introduce the tool to staff Fact Sheets for: Program or Resource Manager, Bankcard and Purchasing Manager, Contracts and Grants Manager, Facilities and Fleet Manager Every Person Copy of introductory presentation

Do you know the answers? All Federal facilities must have EMS – Tor F? (To buy paper, office supplies and electronics I would go to…a. Office Depot b. Best Buy c. Corporate Express) Executive order 13423, directs agencies reduce energy intensity by 20% by a. 2008, b. 2030, c Executive Order applies to: a. all federal government agencies, b. only EPA, c. EPA & GSA All Fed Govt occupied buildings must have recycling programs T /F Green Contract Language (if a contractor spends more than $10,000 a year on a product, they must buy it with recycled content if the product is CPG designated T/F)

Exercises Take you through a short tour of the resource guide: Intro/background/Green Team How to Navigate Program Manager or Facility & Fleet Manager Quiz

Availability of ESRG On a CD Take it and use it to add your own agency information Contact: Marlene Reddoor USEPA Office Of Resource Conservation and Recovery, Resource Conservation and Sustainability Division (MC:5306P) 1200 PA Ave., NW, Washington, DC (703)