| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 53.15 |
| Liaison | Phil Valko |
| Submission Date | Aug. 6, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Washington University in St. Louis
Tier2-4: Snow and Ice Removal
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Kent
Theiling Grounds & Landscape Design Manager Facilities Planning and Management |
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:
In the winter months the University is careful to use magnesium chloride in place of typical rock salt in de-icing our walkways. The magnesium chloride is less abrasive to the concrete and has less impact on the surrounding landscape and turf areas.
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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