Michelle White Environmental Policy Manager Government & Community Relations It isn’t easy to be green: Environmental Sustainability at the Port of San Diego

Green Port Program Green Port Policy adopted by Board of Port Commissioners in December 2007 Developed to achieve long-term environmental, societal, and economic benefits through resource conservation, waste reduction, and pollution prevention

Water Conservation Water conservation strategy developed as part of an Environmental Management System Water use reduced 23% compared More than 300,000 sq ft converted to low- or no-water landscaping Plumbing fixtures replaced Smart irrigation systems installed

Energy Analysis of solar energy potential conducted for Port-operated areas Port’s first photovoltaic system installed Retrofitting buildings to increase energy efficiency Replacing exterior lights with LED fixtures Explore opportunities for the use of other types of renewable energy

Clean Air Program Reduce air emissions from operations at our marine terminals Clean Truck Program - 97% compliance Vessel Speed Reduction Program – 59% participation Shore power for cruise ships completed in December 2010

Climate Mitigation and Adaptation Plan (CMAP) Provide a tool for streamlining GHG evaluation for future CEQA processes Achieve GHG reductions on Port tidelands Identify strategies to adapt to the impacts of climate change

Green Business Challenge An opportunity for Port of San Diego tenants to get public recognition for their efforts to be more sustainable January – December 2011 Training, Tools, and Publicity greenportchallenge.org

Looking Ahead Explore opportunities for innovative green technologies Build coalitions and expand collaborations Look for sustainable, long-term solutions that provide economic, environmental, and social benefits

Thank you! Michelle White