| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 57.29 |
| Liaison | Jennifer Kleindienst |
| Submission Date | Dec. 1, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Wesleyan University
OP-11: Sustainable Procurement
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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2.00 / 3.00 |
Olga
Bookas Purchasing Director Finance and Administration |
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Part 1: Institution-Wide Policies
No
A copy of the policies, guidelines or directives:
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The policies, guidelines or directives:
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Part 2: Life Cycle Cost Analysis
Yes
Which of the following best describes the institution’s use of LCCA?:
Institution employs LCCA less comprehensively, e.g. for certain types of systems or projects and not others
A brief description of the LCCA policy and/or practices:
Wesleyan works with Trane to evaluate energy projects based on the total cost of ownership. Final decisions on which projects to pursue are based on upfront cost, maintenance costs, and product availability. LCCA is also conducted for large projects and new construction.
Part 3: Commodity-Specific Sustainability Criteria
To count, the criteria must address the specific sustainability challenges and impacts associated with products/services in each category, e.g. by requiring or giving preference to multi-criteria sustainability standards, certifications and labels appropriate to the category. Broader, institution-wide policies should be reported in Part 1, above.
Chemically Intensive Products and Services
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for chemically intensive products and services:
Wesleyan’s contract with Sun Services prohibits petroleum-based cleaners, polishes, and dressings or cleaning materials that leave an oily residue. The contract also specifies products that are Green Seal certified unless an alternate product has been approved. Sun Services uses products manufactured by Diversey, which are all Green Seal Certified and may also carry EcoLogo or GREENGUARD certifications.
Construction and Renovation
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for construction and renovation products:
A draft green building policy and Facilities directives drive sustainable procurement related to construction and maintenance. A draft procurement policy and Purchasing directives drive sustainable procurement related to office supplies.
A facility assessment checklist was developed to determine existing envelope, finishes, MEP, accessibility, hazardous materials, and furnishings. From this data, project needs can be assessed. The University will develop environmental design objectives for each new building and major renovation utilizing the resources of the design rating system of the United States Green Building Council or an equivalent rating system approved by the State Building Inspector and the Codes and Standards Committee.
Information Technology (IT)
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for IT products and services:
Wesleyan has pledged to purchase only EPEAT Gold standard computers and monitors.
Food Services
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for food services:
Wesleyan's dining contract specifies sustainability criteria that must be met.
Garments and Linens
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for garments and linens:
Wesleyan is a member of the Worker Rights Consortium.
Professional Services
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for professional services:
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Transportation and Fuels
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for transportation and fuels:
Facilities requires all new vehicles purchased to be hybrid or electric unless a suitable vehicle is not viable. In that case, the most fuel-efficient vehicle is purchased. Other departments follow this lead.
Wood and Paper
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for wood and paper products:
Departments are required to purchase office paper that contains at least 30% recycled content.
Materials and furnishings selected for use in department activities must meet the University’s requirements for adherence to accepted sustainable materials and furnishings. Selections shall be submitted to the department of Facilities or to the purchasing manager for Finance and Administration for determination of adherence.
The most current version of the Proprietary Specifications and Standards shall be referenced for all approved materials and manufacturers. This is a living document and shall be updated as new materials are developed and technology is enhanced. See attached for current list of materials
Other Commodity Categories
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for other commodity categories:
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Optional Fields
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The Purchasing Office is currently developing formal guidelines that will include environmental and social sustainability criteria.
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.