John Carroll University – University Heights, Ohio
http://www.jcu.edu/

Contact
Dr. Jonathan Smith, VP and Executive Asst to the President, John Carroll University, 20700 North Park Blvd., University Heights, OH 44118; jsmith@jcu.edu; 216-397-4605;

Water use efficiency is a consideration when planning renovations and new construction at John Carroll University (JCU). Water saving low flow shower heads have been added to all bathroom showers in residence halls and throughout the recreation complex reducing water consumption and reducing demands for electricity and hot water. Auto flow faucets have been added to all lavatory sinks and auto flushes to all water closets across majority of campus in public buildings and in newest residence hall to reduce water consumption.

Likewise, energy use efficiency is a primary consideration in building design and operation. JCU has …
Changed light fixtures in residence halls, classrooms, and administrative buildings to more efficient T-8 lamps and with electronic ballasts.
Added motion and occupancy sensors in laundry and restrooms.
Added automated temperature control to areas of the student center and recreation complex and to a former science building now housing offices and classrooms.
Modified the mechanical systems in the current science building to reduce the number of air exchanges from 10 to 6 per cycle when such cycling is not deemed necessary
Reductions were made to the general lab hood exhaust systems in the science building when the lab areas are not in use.
Project plans for replacement of exterior light fixtures throughout campus to reduce overall utility consumption on per fixture basis from 175 watts to 75 watts and reduce light pollution by use of modern reflective light fixtures.
New energy efficient windows are used throughout the conference rooms and the dining hall in the recently renovated recreation complex.
Added insulation in boiler rooms and to hot water heating system lines.

Material content and indoor environmental quality is also considered.
New construction specifies rubber flooring, vinyl composite tile (VCT), or carpet with recycled content. Currently linseed oil-based linoleum flooring is used in the administration building; rubber flooring in a couple of eateries and the library; VCT flooring in the science building; recycled carpet in the science center, gym offices, and student center.
Recycled, paintless, composite material benches are the norm.
Bamboo flooring is used in the President’s entertainment suite.
Recycled content, highly durable polypropylene or polyethylene "solid plastic" toilet partitions are standard.
Material and furniture selections are sought that exhibit sustainable features, such as: emit low or no VOC’s (volatile organic compounds), contain recycled and/or sustainable materials, minimize packaging, exhibit durability and have long life-cycles to reduce waste downstream.
Use low VOC paints on interior finishes and Direct to Metal (DTM) paints instead of alkyds on metals.

To enhance the experiential learning value of the operation and structure of the campus buildings and grounds, JCU is installing electric meters and establishing an on-line residence hall power usage monitoring system. This system will be used for educational programs and residence hall competitions.

Generation Green is the environmental group on campus organized through campus ministry. It helps students make the connection between the operation of the college, care of creation, and Catholic social teaching? Visit www.jcu.edu/campuslife/campusministry

Waste is also reduced at JCU through its recycling program. JCU recycles paper, cardboard, all plastic, aluminum, metal cans, and glass. Hand dryers have also been added to many public restrooms to reduce waste from paper towels.

Local, seasonal foods and ingredients are used as available by Food Service as part of the Fresh Food Company food court concept with Aramark. The "trayless" dining room also requires less energy and water spent to clean trays

JCU reduces transportation-related emissions by offering reduced prices for public transit passes, using van pools to transport students for service projects and field trips and by offering compressed work schedules to employees for 4 day work weeks.