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Sustainable Office Program: Introduction

What is Sustainability?

What is the Sustainable Office Program? A self-guided, do-it-yourself, voluntary program Four-tiered program designed to recognize sustainable offices and celebrate sustainability champions Led by employees who want to take the lead on promoting sustainable workplace practices

Harvard University University of Maryland University of Washington Boston University 175+ offices140+ offices40+ offices1200+ offices Built on Successful Programs *30+ colleges & universities have a version of this program

Program Goals Reduce impact of office operations Increase employee involvement in sustainability efforts Recognize and reward leadership in sustainability Conserve resources and money Support Climate Commitment and Sustainability Plan goals

Lehigh’s Sustainable Office Program 30 Action Items60 Action Items 90 Action Items120 Action Items

9 Areas of Focus 1. Participation & Engagement 2. Climate & Energy 3. Food & Dining 4. Purchasing 5. Community Building & Social Equity 6. Transportation 7. Waste 8. Water 9. Events & Meetings

Sample Actions All electronics are turned off or unplugged at night and when not in use Our computer monitors go into sleep mode after 5-20 minutes of inactivity, computers after minutes We turn off lights in unoccupied common areas Our thermostats are set to 75-78° (summer) and 69-72° (winter) Tool: Energy Policy

Program Structure Fill out the registration form Complete the baseline survey Download the checklist and complete as many action items as you can. Certification is based on number of actions completed: Bronze: 30 Silver: 60 Gold: 90 Platinum: 120 You may repeat the process for a higher level of certification.

Why Get Involved? Adopt sustainable practices in alignment with Sustainability Plan Guided approach with resources provided Fun, competitive way to celebrate accomplishments

To Begin Program: 1. Define your ‘office’ An office is a work area that shares common areas and resources. It may include just one or all of the offices within a unit or department. 2. Discuss Sustainable Office Program at a staff meeting 3. Identify a Sustainable Office Representative 4. Register your office Register your office 5. Meet with an Sustainable Office team member

Questions? Nicholas Gans Sustainable Office Assistant