University of Oregon
Tier2-11: Prohibiting Idling

A no-idling policy has completed all internal reviews and is being adopted by UO. Tailpipe emissions are a significant source of greenhouse gas and other emissions. These emissions are harmful to the environment and human health. In keeping with its commitment to reduce carbon emissions and model environmentally sensitive behavior, the University of Oregon’s “No Idling” policy encourages campus users to adopt the practices listed below. 1. Engine warm-up periods for University of Oregon fleet vehicles should not exceed the minimum time required to achieve required airbrake pressure and/or other critical settings. 2. All vehicles on campus should be turned off whenever idling time is expected to exceed 20 seconds. Exceptions are granted to specific vehicles uses including UODPS patrol cars, refrigerated trucks or any other vehicle use where idling is necessary to maintain health and/or safety. The Office of Sustainability will develop appropriate educational and promotional materials in support of this policy. The Office of Parking and Transportation will make these materials available to the university community via its website and other outreach activities.