| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 53.71 |
| Liaison | Rosemary Potter |
| Submission Date | Nov. 28, 2023 |
TAFE Queensland Robina Campus
OP-1: Emissions Inventory and Disclosure
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.00 / 3.00 |
George
Anderson Director, Property & Facilities TQGC |
Has the institution conducted a GHG emissions inventory within the previous three years that includes all Scope 1 and 2 emissions? :
A copy of the most recent GHG emissions inventory:
A brief description of the methodology and/or tool used to complete the GHG emissions inventory:
Has the GHG emissions inventory been validated internally by personnel who are independent of the GHG accounting and reporting process and/or verified by an independent, external third party?:
A brief description of the GHG inventory verification process:
Not applicable
Documentation to support the GHG inventory verification process:
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions, performance year:
| Weight in MTCO2e | |
| Stationary combustion | 236.20 Metric tons of CO2 equivalent |
| Other sources (mobile combustion, process emissions, fugitive emissions) | 0 Metric tons of CO2 equivalent |
Total gross Scope 1 GHG emissions, performance year:
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions, performance year (market-based):
| Weight in MTCO2e | |
| Imported electricity | 900.45 Metric tons of CO2 equivalent |
| Imported thermal energy | 0 Metric tons of CO2 equivalent |
Total gross Scope 2 GHG emissions, performance year:
Gross GHG emissions from biogenic sources, performance year:
Does the GHG emissions inventory include Scope 3 emissions from the following sources?:
| Yes or No | Weight in MTCO2e | |
| Business travel | No | --- |
| Commuting | No | --- |
| Purchased goods and services | No | --- |
| Capital goods | No | --- |
| Fuel- and energy-related activities not included in Scope 1 or Scope 2 | No | --- |
| Waste generated in operations | No | --- |
| Other sources | No | --- |
Total Scope 3 GHG emissions, performance year:
A brief description of how the institution accounted for its Scope 3 emissions:
Not applicable
Has the institution completed an inventory within the previous three years to quantify its air pollutant emissions?:
Annual weight of emissions for::
| Weight of Emissions | |
| Nitrogen oxides (NOx) | --- |
| Sulfur oxides (SOx) | --- |
| Carbon monoxide (CO) | --- |
| Particulate matter (PM) | --- |
| Ozone (O3) | --- |
| Lead (Pb) | --- |
| Hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) | --- |
| Ozone-depleting compounds (ODCs) | --- |
| Other standard categories of air emissions identified in permits and/or regulations | --- |
Do the air pollutant emissions figures provided include the following sources?:
| Yes or No | |
| Major stationary sources | No |
| Area sources | No |
| Mobile sources | No |
| Commuting | No |
| Off-site electricity production | No |
A brief description of the methodology(ies) the institution used to complete its air emissions inventory:
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions from purchased electricity (location-based):
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions from imported thermal energy (location-based) :
Website URL where information about the institution’s emissions inventories is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Robina Campus has been operational since July 2022. Data listed is for the 22.23 financial year only. Our electricity supplier is CS Energy. A screenshot of the Robina Campus usage is attached.
Prior to building the Robina Campus, TAFE Queensland Gold Coast commissioned an external consultant report on the Southport Campus where the faculty of Business, Education, Hospitality, and Language were delivering courses to students at the time. This faculty moved to Robina Campus for delivery commencing July 2022. In addition, a carbon emissions report was done across the Southport campus to identify usage. These reports identified specific areas of focus for the new building and the operations to be implemented at the campus.
1. IDENTIFICATION OF ORGANIC WASTE
A large amount of organic waste produced during the Commercial Cookery program for chefs was being sent to general waste and therefore landfill. As a result of this item being identified, the following was implemented at Robina Campus:
* Purchase of a Composta which operates 24/7
* All organic waste from the new campus kitchens (classes and event catering) is now collected and composted
* Students are taught about composting organic waste including a trip to the Composta
* Students are educated to take a 'no waste' approach i.e. taught to use all parts of a chicken.
* Compost is used onsite for our herb gardens with the remainder sent to our partner, Raba Urban Farm for use on our allocated plot which is currently growing produce for future use in our kitchens.
2. LACK OF RECYCLING
* A four (4) bin colour-coded recycling system was established on every level of the campus. Each bin is clearly labelled with what goes in what bin.
* QR codes beside the bins explain the requirements of the recycling system implemented
* Student and staff orientations include an explanation about the recycling bins
* Students continue their learning about recycling through classroom activities where every unit of delivery has been mapped to UN SDGs
* Supplier identified to recycle cooking oil
* Partnerships and programs to encourage more recycling such as the Containers for Change program, Behive partnership and provision of bins for items that cannot be placed in campus bins i.e. batteries, Sustainable Salons to recycle containers and utilise hair for products, and Sheridan Recycling Program for linen.
3. ETHICAL SUSTAINABLE SUPPLIERS
* Prior to purchasing from suppliers, our procurement staff completes a review of the suppliers including desktop research and a scan of reviews
* Suppliers are asked to complete a survey and if requested to provide evidence of their sustainable operations
* An inventory of all suppliers is maintained and regularly reviewed
4. STRATEGIES TO REDUCE WASTE
* No plastic policy implemented
* Encouragement and financial incentives to use keep items
* If a one-use item is used then it is certified as recyclable
* Hydration stations available
* Use of EV vehicles by staff
* 10 EV charging stations for staff and students
* Staff and students are invited to weekly lunchbox sessions where guest speakers help to inspire and inform
* Constant signage via billboards, TV screens on every level, and posts on the learning management system and social media to raise awareness and inform
* Large-scale events i.e. Community Market with local ethical, sustainable makers invited, not only raise awareness amongst staff and students but also the community.
Robina Campus has been operational since July 2022. Data listed is for the 22.23 financial year only. Our electricity supplier is CS Energy. A screenshot of the Robina Campus usage is attached.
Prior to building the Robina Campus, TAFE Queensland Gold Coast commissioned an external consultant report on the Southport Campus where the faculty of Business, Education, Hospitality, and Language were delivering courses to students at the time. This faculty moved to Robina Campus for delivery commencing July 2022. In addition, a carbon emissions report was done across the Southport campus to identify usage. These reports identified specific areas of focus for the new building and the operations to be implemented at the campus.
1. IDENTIFICATION OF ORGANIC WASTE
A large amount of organic waste produced during the Commercial Cookery program for chefs was being sent to general waste and therefore landfill. As a result of this item being identified, the following was implemented at Robina Campus:
* Purchase of a Composta which operates 24/7
* All organic waste from the new campus kitchens (classes and event catering) is now collected and composted
* Students are taught about composting organic waste including a trip to the Composta
* Students are educated to take a 'no waste' approach i.e. taught to use all parts of a chicken.
* Compost is used onsite for our herb gardens with the remainder sent to our partner, Raba Urban Farm for use on our allocated plot which is currently growing produce for future use in our kitchens.
2. LACK OF RECYCLING
* A four (4) bin colour-coded recycling system was established on every level of the campus. Each bin is clearly labelled with what goes in what bin.
* QR codes beside the bins explain the requirements of the recycling system implemented
* Student and staff orientations include an explanation about the recycling bins
* Students continue their learning about recycling through classroom activities where every unit of delivery has been mapped to UN SDGs
* Supplier identified to recycle cooking oil
* Partnerships and programs to encourage more recycling such as the Containers for Change program, Behive partnership and provision of bins for items that cannot be placed in campus bins i.e. batteries, Sustainable Salons to recycle containers and utilise hair for products, and Sheridan Recycling Program for linen.
3. ETHICAL SUSTAINABLE SUPPLIERS
* Prior to purchasing from suppliers, our procurement staff completes a review of the suppliers including desktop research and a scan of reviews
* Suppliers are asked to complete a survey and if requested to provide evidence of their sustainable operations
* An inventory of all suppliers is maintained and regularly reviewed
4. STRATEGIES TO REDUCE WASTE
* No plastic policy implemented
* Encouragement and financial incentives to use keep items
* If a one-use item is used then it is certified as recyclable
* Hydration stations available
* Use of EV vehicles by staff
* 10 EV charging stations for staff and students
* Staff and students are invited to weekly lunchbox sessions where guest speakers help to inspire and inform
* Constant signage via billboards, TV screens on every level, and posts on the learning management system and social media to raise awareness and inform
* Large-scale events i.e. Community Market with local ethical, sustainable makers invited, not only raise awareness amongst staff and students but also the community.
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