ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Standards:

  • All 8 ½ x 11 standard copier and computer printer paper is sourced from 100% post-consumer recycled paper
  • All toilet paper, seat covers and paper towels (rolled or folded) is sourced from 100% recycled and Green Seal Certified
  • All small batteries are rechargeable unless stored for emergency purposes or non-rechargeable batteries must be used for a specific reason
  • All cleaning chemicals used by the A.S. custodial contractor and A.S. staff are Green Seal Certified
  • All trash receptacles will have a companion recycling and compost containers to increase waste diversion
  • All computers have been replaced with EPEAT silver or higher units
  • All appliances rated by the U.S. Energy Star program have been replaced with Energy Star appliances when scheduled or sooner, if possible
  • All A.S. Facilities have banned the use of Styrofoam containers and plastic take away bags
  • All trash and recycle bin liners used by the A.S. and custodial contractor are made out of recycled plastic
  • All sizes and colors of copy paper are made out of 30%-100% post-consumer recycled paper
  • All Associated Students managed facilities have achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Existing Building: Operations & Maintenance (LEED EB: O&M) silver certification or better by 2020
  • All A.S. facilities train staff to sort post-consumer waste for enhanced diversion and decreased contamination

Facilities:

  • Aztec Student Union LEED Platinum Certification 2014 356 kW Solar PV, Parking Structure 1
  • Mission Bay Aquatic Center LEED EB:OM Platinum Certification 2013 41kw Solar PV Solar Thermal Water Heating
  • Aztec Recreation Center 243 kW solar PV array Solar Thermal Water Heating Wireless HVAC –Case Study
  • Aztec Aquaplex 124 kW Solar PV Solar Thermal Water Heating Energy Efficient Variable Frequency Pump
  • Viejas Arena Wireless HVAC System LED Lighting Efficiency Project
  • Children’s Center 28kW Solar PV Trees Light efficiency upgrade Solar Thermal Water Heating

Resolutions: