| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 56.05 |
| Liaison | Mary Ellen Mallia |
| Submission Date | July 19, 2012 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University at Albany
OP-9: Integrated Pest Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Mary Ellen
Mallia Director of Environmental Sustainability Finance and Business |
The size of the campus grounds :
The size of campus grounds that are maintained in accordance with a four-tiered IPM plan :
A brief description of the IPM plan(s) :
The plan adheres to a four tiered IPM plan in STARS. Thresholds are set for each area depending on its location, the time of year and the type of pest. For example, athletic fields would have a different threshold than other areas due to playability issues and NCAA standards. Also, if a frost is imminent, treatment may not be applied. When the grounds staff observes evidence of pest infestation, they contact the head of grounds who inspects and identifies the type of bug and determine the best course of treatment. The use of pesticides and herbicides has been greatly reduced and are used only as a last resort in treatment. Prevention is achieved through three strategies. First, proper maintenance and management practices, such as keeping areas mowed and aerated, are employed. Second, local mulch is preferred for use the grounds to prevent the spread of invasive species. If an infestation occurs, the source of the mulch used in that area is investigated. Third, preference is given to plant species that are resistant to fungus and pests.
The website URL where information about the IPM plan(s) is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.