Division of Facilities Management
Sustainability Spotlight 2009
Design and Construction
- Started integrated design of FSU’s 1st certified LEED Silver building—New Science & Technology
- Completed design of electrical sub-meters for all buildings
Operations and Maintenance
- Installed low-flow shower heads in dormitory buildings
- Replaced some older fluorescent lights with more energy efficient lamps
- Replaced some standard light switches with occupancy sensor switches
- Implemented retro-commissioning contract for Capel Arena through the State Construction Office
Transportation
- Purchased twelve "green" electric-powered utility vehicles
Waste Management and Recycling
- Expanded Campus' Single Stream Recycling Program
- Began the "Reusable To Go Containers & Cups - Free for meal members!" initiative
- Battery Recycling
Community Awareness
- Established a student environmental organization - FSU Green Team
- Partnered with Sustainable Sandhills to become a Certified Green Campus
- Incorporated sustainability initiatives into the FSU Strategic Plan
- Formalized a Sustainability Committee with Campus-wide representation