| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.70 |
| Liaison | Kayla Tillapaugh |
| Submission Date | April 27, 2023 |
Selkirk College
IN-49: Innovation C
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.50 / 0.50 |
Laura
Nessman Sustainability Coordinator Campus Management |
Name or title of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome that outlines how credit criteria are met and any positive measurable outcomes associated with the innovation:
A new biomass boiler on Selkirk College’s Silver King Campus is diverting wood waste with a significant bonus to the bottom line.
A load of wood chips from Salmo’s Porcupine Wood Products was delivered in mid-October, ushering in a new sustainable heat source era for the Nelson-based campus that was first opened in 1961. Funded by the Ministry of Advanced Education & Skills Training, the $1.8 million boiler project will reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHGs) by at least 50 per cent while saving the college $15,000 in natural gas purchases and $4,000 in carbon offset payments.
The biomass boiler will augment the remaining natural gas boilers which will be minimally required to attain adequate heat levels in shops, classrooms and common spaces. Beyond the primary objectives of reducing GHGs and costs, the biomass boiler will be used as a tangible training tool for relevant college programs.
This project contributes to SDG 9 and SDG 13.
A letter of affirmation from an individual with relevant expertise or a press release or publication featuring the innovation :
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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