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:
- A Resolution Calling for SDSU’s Commitment to Climate Action, Justice, and Leadership (Spring 2020, Passed)
- A Resolution in Support of the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (Fall 2011, Passed)
- A Resolution in Support of a Nine Square Mile Minimum Marine Reserve in South La Jolla (Spring 2010; Passed)
- Resolution in Support of ModernSpace LEED Platinum (Spring 2009; Passed)
- City of San Diego Paper and Plastic Bag Reduction Resolution (Spring 2009; Passed)