Theater and Dance Department Sustainability & Climate Action Plan Composed and Presented By PACES 2017

Overview This presentation illustrates the findings from the assessment the PACES (Program for the Assessment and Certification for the Environment and Sustainability) Program completed and includes recommendations for future action.

Transportation Areas of Leadership 68% of employees commute using an alternative to single-occupancy vehicles 25% of employees take advantage of the UCSB Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) 18% of employees bike to work daily Picture from Creative Commons

Energy and Atmosphere Areas of Improvement 30% of employees report never unplugging devices PACES can provide signage to put around light switches and appliances to remind staff to power off and/or unplug lights and electronic appliances when not in use to avoid “vampire” plugs

Energy and Atmosphere 35% of employees report too much office light Areas of Improvement Set your computer to use energy saving features Stand-by mode when not at the computer Low brightness level on computer Avoid screen “savers” 35% of employees report too much office light Consider requesting a de-lamping from Facilities Management Opt for a task lamp that reduces the need for overhead lighting and improves lighting practices

Energy and Atmosphere Temperature comfort has a significant impact on employee productivity and satisfaction. Improperly working heating and cooling systems are also often energy hogs. Regularly communicate temperature needs to Building Operations and/or Facilities If the building is not performing adequately, use Energy Star rated fans and heaters.

Material and Resources Areas of Leadership Purchases are completed electronically through Gateway Paper is 100% Post Consumer Waste

Solid Waste Management Areas of Leadership 90% of department staff use reusable mugs 80% use reusable dishes and cutlery Areas of Improvement 44% of employees were unsure of how to dispose of furniture 45% of employees desired clarification on e-waste practices

Water Areas of Improvement 46% of employees are unsure of how to report a leak or water waste situation Employees are advised to contact their department MSO to bring the leak to the attention of facilities management

Indoor Environmental Quality and Human Health Areas of Leadership Many of the office spaces have been ergonomically analyzed All potential pollutants are kept away from food preparation and storage areas Areas of Improvement 94% of staff eat lunch at their desk daily Refraining from this will decrease the chance of pests in the workplace

Overall…

PACES Scorecard 8 sections: Transportation Energy and Atmosphere PACES uses the PACES Scorecard as a point system to keep track of the department’s practices and to gauge the overall environmentalism of the whole department. 8 sections: Transportation Energy and Atmosphere Materials and Resources Solid Waste Management Food Systems Water Indoor Environmental Quality Communication and Training Bronze 25% Silver 50% Gold 75% Geography earned: 76/86 (88%)

University Center Dining is Congratulations! The department of University Center Dining is SILVER Certified

Next Steps…

PACES Assessment Checklist

Thank you For questions, comments, or inquires, please contact: August Lack PACES Green Office Coordinator August.ann.lack@gmail.com