| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 71.36 |
| Liaison | Michael Chapman |
| Submission Date | Sept. 20, 2023 |
Nova Scotia Community College
PA-1: Sustainability Coordination
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.00 / 1.00 |
Anna
Jessop Sustainable Development Coordinator Facilities and Engineering |
Does the institution have at least one sustainability committee?:
The charter or mission statement of the committee(s) or a brief description of each committee's purview and activities:
NSCC has a number of sustainability committees addressing sustainability in different areas and through different scopes. The SDG Steering Committee is an executive committee focused on providing senior level guidance and functional leadership to embed the 17 SDGs into education, and research. This committee is composed of a number of executive and interdisciplinary leaders that meet quarterly to discuss and make decisions on college-wide sustainability.
Each Campus at the College has a Campus Sustainability Committee which oversees the implementation of the College’s Sustainability objectives and goals as outlined in the strategic plan at the campus level, fosters sustainability literacy, and provides leadership and support for campus initiatives. These committees are led by the campus facility manager and are open to any NSCC staff and students. These committees often oversee the implementation of campus projects, including bike rental programs, campus gardens and other localized projects. These committees are required to meet three times throughout the academic year but many of them meet more frequently with some committees meeting every month.
The Sustainability Team facilitates an additional Sustainability Steering Committee made up of representatives from each of the Campus Sustainability Committees to disseminate information to the campuses from the central office and provides resources and training on sustainability best practices. This committee has main meetings on a quarterly basis and also arranges additional presentations and training when necessary.
Members of each committee, including affiliations and role:
The SDG Steering Committee Members:
Anna Burke, VP College Services and Strategy
Lynn Hartwell, VP Campuses and Communities
Manju Varma, Executive Director, Human Rights, Equity & Inclusion
Michael Chapman, Manager, Infrastructure and Sustainability
Chris Daly, Director, Policy and Planning
Don Jardine, Academic Chair, Technology and Environment
Andrew Lafford, Dean of Technology and Environment
Vivek Saxena, Principal
Taralee Hammond, AVP, Student Affairs
Katie Orr, Director, NSCC International
Jill Provoe, Director, Centre for Advancement of Educational Equity and Belonging
Kate Snyder, Director, Centre of Teaching and Learning
Jennifer Archer, Director, Academic Development
Jacob Ritchie, Director, Campus Planning and Community Engagement
Alain Joseph, Director, Applied Research
Andrea Stewart, Director, Libraries and Learning Commons
Andrea O’Neil, Organizational Learning Consultant
Anna Jessop, Sustainable Development Coordinator
Sustainability Steering Committee members:
Allen Graham, Facility Manager at NSCC Cumberland Campus
Judith Billard, staff at NSCC Marconi Campus
Michael Chapman, Manager, Infrastructure and Sustainability
Andrew Church, Facility Manager at NSCC Akerley Campus
Marco DiGiosia, staff at NSCC Institute of Technology
Kirk Herman, Environmental Engineer
Betty Howlett, staff at NSCC Strait Area Campus
Robbie Isner, Facility Manager at NSCC Institute of Technology Campus
Don Jardine, staff at NSCC Kingstec Campus
Adam LePage, Facility Manager at NSCC Lunenburg Campus
Stuart MacDonald, Facility Manager at NSCC Marconi Campus
Martha MacGowan, Sustainability Technician
Glen Machan, Facility Manager at NSCC Kingstec Campus
Patti McCullough, Sustainability Technician
Darrell Stevens, Facility Manager at NSCC Ivany Campus
Christian Surette, Facility Manager at NSCC Shelburne Campus
Glenn Taylor, Facility Manager at NSCC Truro Campus
Kevin Veinott, Facility Manager at NSCC AVC
Kitrin Jeffery, Staff at Digby Learning Center
Garett Beaton, Facility Manager at NSCC Strait Area
Anna Jessop, Sustainable Development Coordinator
Does the institution have at least one sustainability office that includes more than 1 full-time equivalent employee?:
A brief description of each sustainability office:
Sustainability is part of everything we do. It’s a key organizational value and embedded into our strategic priorities. It encompasses how we design, construct and operate our buildings; how we manage resources; and how we provide a safe, healthy, equitable environment in which to work and learn.
Through our work with Colleges and Institutes Canada, and as one of the first signatories in Canada on the global SDG Accord, we're committed to incorporating sustainability into:
Our teaching and learning
Applied research projects
Day-to-day campus operations and administrative approach
Student life and community engagement activities
In support of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we’re dedicated to advancing the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), which aim to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all global citizens.
In addition to our green buildings and sustainable construction, we’re working to address climate change through:
Reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions
Adapting to our changing climate
Education on climate change
Reducing water use
Reducing waste streams
For more detail on how NSCC is advancing the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals, you can read our Annual Sustainability Report at: https://www.nscc.ca/about/vision-and-values/sustainability/index.asp
Full-time equivalent of people employed in the sustainability office(s):
Does the institution have at least one sustainability officer?:
Name and title of each sustainability officer:
Does the institution have a mechanism for broad sustainability coordination for the entire institution?:
A brief description of the activities and substantive accomplishments of the institution-wide coordinating body or officer during the previous three years:
NSCC operates a Sustainability and Infrastructure office led by Michael Chapman. This department works with NSCC's Sustainability Policy to:
1. Provide on-going education for all members of the NSCC community regarding the importance of sustainable practices.
2. Enhance the quality of life through community building.
3. Support effective monitoring and reporting on sustainability progress.
4. Meet, and where possible, exceed, regulatory requirements related to sustainability, the environment and human health.
5. Implement Sustainable Purchasing Policies.
6. Conserve Energy, Water, and Other Resources through the efficient use of resources.
7. Minimize the generation of solid waste, and maximize the amount of waste diverted from landfill.
8. Minimize Environmental Risks on Campus.
9. Incorporate sustainable practices in the design and construction of campus grounds and buildings.
10. Demonstrate leadership to support the guiding Principles of the Sustainability Policy.
11. Embed the UN Sustainable Development Goals into all areas of operation.
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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