00260a3b_nt_Affairs_Sustainability_Team__Discussion
[Topic] Assessment/Audits Baselines [Follow up] Beth will add these links to the main site. Peg will invite Bruce Smith to the next meeting. [Discussion] 
Mary mentioned that baselines measures were taken from her area for water and recycling. Composting has just begun in her area and it will be interesting to see how the numbers change from the baseline measures. Peg suggested that we try to get baseline measures for each of the buildings within SA that has a green team established. This could include waste reduction and energy and water use. Peg mentioned that UHS is looking at ways to reduce the paper towel waste in exam rooms and the amount of water used each day at UHS. Philip also mentioned the "BIG Fix" that would involve computer software to power down all computer systems at night but allow for updates to still be done. Philip also mentioned that PSU has an energy monitoring dashboard that can help in reducing energy costs. It was suggested that Bruce Smith be invited to the next meeting. Philip mentioned for members of the committee to look at the energy.opp.psu.edu site for more information. He also mentioned that Allegheny Power has rebates for customers who buy energy efficient appliances. The list of those appliances is on the Allegheny Power website.
3/15/2010 SA Sustainability Meeting Minutes - Student Affairs Sustainability Team
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