| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 51.66 |
| Liaison | Christie-Joy Hartman |
| Submission Date | Dec. 23, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
James Madison University
OP-T2-22: Snow and Ice Removal
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Abram
Kaufman Energy Conservation and Sustainability Manager Facilities Management Engineering & Sustainability |
Has the institution implemented technologies or strategies to reduce the environmental impacts of snow and ice removal?:
A brief description of the snow and ice removal program, policy, or practice:
Per our stormwater program plan, the minimum amount of salt necessary is being used for deicing and more environmentally friendly alternatives are currently being evaluated by the Grounds Department. Following a storm event where salt or other materials are applied, regularly scheduled street sweeping will occur to remove the materials from roadways and parking lots to prevent it from entering the storm sewer system. Also, whenever possible, snow stockpiles will be stored in a way that they do not block stormwater inlets and away from environmentally sensitive areas such as streams, lakes and swales.
The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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