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

2. 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.

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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.

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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. Overall…

12. 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%)

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

14. Next Steps…

15. PACES Assessment Checklist

16. Thank you
For questions, comments, or inquires, please contact: August Lack PACES Green Office Coordinator