2014 San Diego Mesa College Sustainability Report

Sustainability 2014 campus report

CONTENTS 4. seeds of change 6. climate change and the entire living world 8. climate change, curriculum and engagement 10. climate change and curriculum 12. climate change and engagement 16. climate change, policy, and construction 18. california state climate regulations 21. reducing greenhouse gas emissions 22. green building policy 24. renewable energy 26. recycling 30. calsense makes sense 32. smart metering 34. sustainable landscaping 36. sustainable materials 40. transportation 42. leed 44. student services center and math+science complex 46. allied health and training facility and east campus improvement project 48. awards

SEEDS OF CHANGE at an individual level our needs are basic: shelter, security, and sustenance. in order to meet these needs, precious resources are required: clean air, water, and energy. we also have needs at a community level. as such, we are responsible for sharing and using the finite resources we have at hand to both meet our current needs and preserve our diminishing resources. this publication shares a myriad of techniques and strategies the san diego community college district (sdccd) has utilized in managing the construction of multiple projects at san diego mesa college. these projects are funded by the

$1.555 billion propositions s and n

construction bond program. the district’s sustainability initiatives focus attention on actions that can be most impactful in its operations, in the communities it serves, and on the environment. practices like irrigating drought-resistant groundcover with reclaimed water helps diminish the sdccd’s impact on the local water supply. designing buildings that illuminate interior spaces by pulling in natural light increases comfort and productivity to those in them. photovoltaic panels installed over parking lots shade cars and generate electricity, which helps offset electrical costs. in addition to these practices, the district has developed curriculum that supports students pursuing careers in green industries such as urban farming and sustainability. these innovations allow the san diego community college district to deliver high-quality education while leading the way in sustainable construction practices.

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CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE ENTIRE LIVING WORLD Changes in the global climate can be seen across the United States in a multitude of ways; these changes are primarily attributable to human activities. Since 1895 the average temperature in the U.S. has risen by 1.5ºF, with more than 80% of this increase happening after 1980.

The prevalence of extreme weather events has increased in recent decades, excessively high temperatures, an increase in heavy downpours or severe droughts have become prevailing trends in the past 50 years.

Climate change attributable to human actions is projected to exponentially increase if emissions of heat trapping gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, are not regulated.

These gases already ensure a hotter tomorrow, how hot tomorrow will be solely depends on human involvement.

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Many sectors locally, nationally, and globally have already seen tangible effects of climate change – agriculture, infrastructure, human health, water resources, and others.

The interplay between climate change and other environmental and societal factors is delicate and can either moderate or intensify the direction and pace that our climate is shifting.

Planning efforts will help mitigate the impact humans will have on climate change but implementation is limited.

If plans can be turned into actions, public health, economic development, the protection of natural systems, and overall quality of life will be positively affected.

heavily relied upon for water storage; the eastern U.S., despite projections of increased precipitation, is experiencing water shortages. Competition for clean water among municipal, environmental, and agricultural interests further complicates the politics of a waning water supply. Compounding the issue is water quality.

Challenges in this arena focus on sediment and contaminant concentrations after heavy downpours.

climate change affects the entire living world through changes in ecosystems and biodiversity. ecosystems provide a rich array of benefits to humanity, including fisheries, drinking water, fertile soils for growing crops, buffering from climatological impacts, and aesthetic and cultural values. these benefits are not always easy to quantify, but they translate into jobs, economic growth, health, and human well-being.

U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) 2013 DRAFT. “Global Climate Change Impacts in the United States.” Pages 5, 8, and 10. http://ncadac globalchange.gov/

Ecosystems in many regions are suffering from fluctuations in the reliability of their water supply due to climate change. In the western United States melting snowpack is

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CLIMATE CHANGE, CURRICULUM, AND ENGAGEMENT

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M U L U C I R R U C D N A E G N A H C E CLIMAT Among the largest community colleges in California and the nation, San Diego Mesa College is a fully accredited, comprehensive two-year college serving 25,000 students annually and offering more than 190 associate degree and certificate programs. With its fine art and music programs, language offerings, and rigorous math and science curricula, Mesa ranks as San Diego’s top transfer institution.

Situated on a 104-acre mesa in the geographic center of San Diego, the college’s small classes, outstanding faculty, and reputation for quality offer an unparalleled academic experience. As a Title III and Title V eligible institution, Mesa College is committed to the success of all students, including underrepresented students, and more than 1,000 veterans and their families.

San Diego Mesa College is an innovator in sustainability and green technology issues, and a partner with the community on environmental conservation outreach, education and awareness.

Content related to sustainability and environmental technologies is present through several academic programs. Associate degrees as well as certificate programs are offered in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, Building Construction Technology, and Geographical Information Systems.

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CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENGAGEMENT Canyon Day Since 2008, Mesa College, its neighbors, and friends have gathered together to clean a branch of the Tecolote Canyon nature trail adjacent to the college.

The goal of Canyon Day is to promote collaboration with representatives of the various communities surrounding Mesa College, and to create an opportunity for community collaboration focusing on outreach, education and awareness of conservation of the environment and preservation of Tecolote Canyon.

Learn more at: www.sdmesa.edu/canyonday.

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Canyon Classroom Following the success of the first annual Canyon Day, Mesa College faculty, staff, and students, together with local community representatives, committed themselves to expanding the activities of Canyon Day to reach out and educate local school children. As a result of these discussions and planning efforts, and with the cooperation and assistance of faculty and students of the Mesa College Teacher Education Program, Canyon Classroom was born.

and third graders come to college — for many a first-time experience — to learn about the importance of canyons that surround our homes and schools, and their role to maintain, preserve and protect the canyons. Usually held within a week or so following Canyon Clean-up, the students experience guided nature walks through Tecolote Canyon, educational activities that may include art, Native American traditions, garden tours, and experience all things canyon.

Each year, Mesa College adopts a local elementary school located in the communities surrounding Tecolote Canyon. Second

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Sustainability at Mesa Established in 2011, Mesa’s Environmental Stewardship Committee strives to serve the community through efforts to educate faculty, staff, and students regarding recycling, conservation, and hazardous waste disposal. The committee investigates projects and policies that encourage compliance with the state required AB 75 report and encourages the college to satisfy the guidelines of Stage Agency Buy Recycle Campaign.

The committee oversees sustainable development on campus and works with

building committees and green architects.

The committee reviews the annual AB 75 report, and summarizes the findings for the Academic Senate. The committee assesses campus needs regarding recycling and environmental stewardship and provides feedback to the president.

Agendas and minutes are available at http:// sdmesa.edu/aboutmesa/institution/ ecomesa/minutes/.

Mesa GreenFEST A series of free film presentations are offered throughout the year as part of

Mesa GreenFEST, an environmental film program. Films have included “Bag It,” chronicling the global production, use and disposal of plastic bags and other plastics, documenting the environmental consequences of these products. As part of the film screenings, interactive activities and contests are included, such as the “Chandelier Challenge,” in which contestants fabricate functional chandeliers made from plastic water bottles.

Learn more at http:// www.sdmesa.edu/ about-mesa/institution/ ecomesa/events/.

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CALIFORNIA STATE CLIMATE REGULATIONS Senate Bill 375 was passed in 2008 to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions caused indirectly by urban sprawl throughout California.

The bill offers incentives for local governments to execute planned growth and development patterns around public transportation in addition to revitalizing existing communities.

Metropolitan planning organizations (MPO's) work with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to reduce vehicle miles traveled by creating sustainable urban plans with a focus on housing, transportation, and land use.

Urban projects consistent with the MPO’s Sustainable Community Strategy can bypass the California Environmental Quality Act’s GHG emission environmental review. This provides developers with an incentive to comply with local planning strategies which support the state’s effort for emission reduction in the land-use and transportation sectors.

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The Global Warming Solutions Act, or Assembly Bill 32 (AB-32), was adopted in 2006 by the California legislature and establishes two key emissions reduction strategies. The first requires that California emissions be capped at 1990 levels by 2020, and the second establishes an enforcement mechanism for the program, with monitoring and reporting implemented by the CARB. In 2008, the AB-32 Scoping Plan was released by the CARB to describe the measures needed to meet the requirements set by AB-32. In addition to partnering with local governments to encourage the establishment of regional emission reduction goals and community regulations, the scoping plan uses various mechanisms to reduce emissions statewide, including incentives, direct regulation, and compliance mechanisms.

Assembly Bill 1493, widely known as “The Pavley Bill”, authorizes the California Air Resource Board (CARB) to establish regulations to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions by 18% by 2020 and 23% by 2030 from 2002 levels. This aggressive bill was temporarily blocked by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in March 2008 but later received a waiver of approval for implementation throughout California in June 2009.

The Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) was established in January 2007 by Executive Order S-01-07 and requires California fuel providers to decrease lifecycle carbon intensity of transportation fuels by 10% from 2007 levels by 2020.

Executive Order S-3-05 was signed by the Governor of California in 2005, thereby identifying the California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/ EPA) as the primary state agency responsible for establishing climate change emission reduction targets.

The Climate Action Team was formed to implement Executive Order S-3-05.

Shortly thereafter in 2006, the team introduced GHG emission reduction strategies and practices to reduce global warming. These measures are aimed at meeting the Executive Order’s longterm goal of reducing GHG emissions to 80% below 1990 levels by 2050.

On July 1, 2012, Assembly Bill 341 required businesses and public entities, including schools and school districts that generate four cubic yards or more of waste per week and multi-family units of five or more, to recycle. Assembly Bill 341 also establishes a statewide goal of 75% diversion of solid waste to landfills. The purpose of this new law is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by diverting commercial solid waste to recycling efforts and expand opportunities for additional recycling services and recycling manufacturing facilities in California.

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REDUCING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS The San Diego Community College District is committed to complying with Assembly Bill 32 – the Global Warming Solutions Act. The Act requires the District to: • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 to 1990 levels • Reduce electricity consumption by 20% in existing and new stateowned buildings by 2015

By the time the Propositions S and N construction bond program concludes it will have been responsible for more than doubling the District’s total square footage, including parking, to more than 5.6 million square feet.

In 2008 the SDCCD’s largest source of emissions was related to commuting, which composed 46% of total emissions. The second largest source (31%) is purchased electricity, followed by

the use of natural gas to heat buildings via boilers and to produce electricity (9%).

Campus emissions during the 20032008 period show that an increase in building size does not necessitate an increase in emissions.

On a per-squarefoot basis, overall greenhouse gas emissions were lower in 2008 than they were five years prior despite a 21% increase in the District’s physical footprint.

since 2003 san diego mesa college’s square footage has increased by 16%. during the 2003 – 2008 period, emissions at mesa college decreased by 3%.

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GREEN BUILDING POLICY In 2003, the San Diego Community College District Board of Trustees established a Green Building Policy and Major Renovation Standards to govern all projects that meet the minimum requirements. The intent of the policy is to provide District students, faculty, and staff with working and learning environments that are thermally, visually and acoustically comfortable, energy-efficient, material-efficient, water-efficient, easy to maintain and operate, safe and secure, and sited in

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an environmentally responsible manner.

To support this policy, a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification, at minimum, is pursued for all eligible projects.

All new buildings and major renovations are required to exceed Title 24 of the State of California’s Code of Regulations energy efficiency standards by at least 10%. Of the energy utilized by the project, 10% must be renewable with at least 5% of the total project’s energy generated on site. The balance is to be supplied by

utility companies as green power. All projects are expected to achieve at least 75% waste diversion of construction and demolition debris. In some cases, diversion rates have been higher than 90%.

Performance goals are in place for indoor air quality to ensure compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Indoor Air Quality checklist.

Goals are also outlined for the use of sustainable materials or products containing recycled content.

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RENEWABLE ENERGY The San Diego Community College District's Green Building Policy requires at least 5% of a project’s total energy to be generated from renewable resources such as solar or thermal energy.

Data from the California Center for Sustainable Energy show that the District is one of the top producers of renewable energy among all educational entities within San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) territory. Of the photovoltaic systems installed under the California Solar Initiative, SDCCD constitutes 2.367 mega watts (MW) of the total. To date, the District’s solar installations have generated approximately 13,500,000 kWh, saving over $700,000 in utility costs.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, this is the equivalent of: • Saving nearly 9,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions • CO2 emissions from the energy used by 818 homes for one year • Greenhouse gas emissions avoided by recycling 3,212 tons of waste instead of sending it to the landfill • Carbon sequestered annually by 7,345 acres of U.S. forests • Annual greenhouse gas emissions from 1,886 passenger vehicles • CO2 emissions from 373,355 propane cylinders used for home barbeques There are multiple photovoltaic installations at Mesa campus, as part of a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), including carport solar arrays on top of the parking structure and arrays shading parking areas on the north and east sides of the campus.

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RECYCLING the district continues to divert a significantly higher percentage of its waste stream than the 50% required by legislation.

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Hydration Station In order to eliminate single-use plastic water bottles from being used on campus, the District has now included as a standard in its new construction projects the addition of wallmounted hydration stations.

These touch-free alternatives to bottled water allow users to fill up reusable containers

with filtered water.

These carbon-based filters remove lead, chlorine taste, and odor and are changed every 20,000 gallons.

As part of the rationale to move to hydration stations, Environmental Stewardship Committee members in the District noted that more than 39 billion single-use water bottles were consumed in the U.S. in 2008. The number is double the amount used only five years earlier. Of those 39 billion bottles, data show only 32% were actually recycled.

2012/2013 data is not yet available.

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RECYCLING Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Students, faculty, and staff turned out in midNovember last year to turn pillow cases into dresses for young girls in Africa. Organized

by Professor Susan Lazear and students of the Mesa Fashion Club, volunteers cut, sewed and transformed donated pillow cases, notions and buttons into dresses. The nonprofit Little Dresses for Africa distributed the dresses through orphanages, churches, and schools in Africa “to plant in the hearts of little girls that they are worthy.”

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For 33 years, Fashion Design students have showcased their work at the college’s annual Golden Scissors Awards and Fashion Show, which includes recognition for retro redo (recycled clothing) designs. In past years, the Fantasy category has featured designs fashioned from nonfabric materials such as plastic bags, candy wrappers and “For Rent” signs.

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CALSENSE MAKES SENSE In order to comply with regional requirements for water conservation and to reduce water costs, the SDCCD implemented a standardized irrigation control system.

By using grants from the county’s water authority, the SDCCD was able to pilot a year-long test of the Calsense weatherbased centralized control system, selecting a variety of surfaces and environments.

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At the conclusion of the pilot, conducted from October 20082009, data showed that the system produced a 40% reduction in water use, saving the District of over 37 million gallons of water.

As a result, the Calsense system is now incorporated as the District standard for all new construction projects.

The Calsense system projects an overall average water savings

of 30%. Calsense is capable of detecting catastrophic main line breaks down to a single irrigation head.

The controllers measure evapotranspiration (ET) and rainfall utilizing a rain gauge and a soil moisture sensor.

When sufficient soil moisture is detected, the system does not irrigate. As moisture measurements indicate water is needed, the system restarts.

The computerized system also generates a variety of valuable reports on water usage, savings, and total rainfall.

Automatic alerts are sent out to alert staff of possible line breaks.

It also allows the SDCCD to monitor the irrigation controllers from a web-based platform.

San Diego Mesa College Calsense water saving highlights, January December 2013:

Mesa College Basaball Fields 1,421,82 Gallons | 39%

53% Mesa College Parking Lot 3 899,820 Gallons | 53%

65% Mesa College Parking Structure (Controller #1) 1,022,489 Gallons | 65%

40% Mesa College Soccer Fields 1,492,974 Gallons | 40%

57% Mesa College Allied Health 150,329 Gallons | 57%

71% Mesa College HVAC Storage Facility 954,280 Gallons | 71%

51% Mesa College P Building 750,686 Gallons | 51%

57% Mesa College Parking Lots 2 and 4 568,997 Gallons | 57%

82% Mesa College Parking Structure (Controller #2) 503,134 Gallons | 82%

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SMART METERING Numerous meters have been installed throughout the District at a variety of locations, measuring: Voltage per phase Voltage line to line Voltage line to neutral Current per phase Poser factor per phase kWh, Consumption kW, Demand

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Frequency kVA per phase kVar per phase THD, Voltage line to neutral THD, Voltage line to line THD, Current per phase

Chilled Water and Heating Hot Water – BTU Meters Total Energy Total Flow Energy Rate Flow Rate Supply Temperature

Glossary: BTU: British Thermal Unit KvA: Kilovolt-Amps kVar: Kilovolt Amp Reduction kW: Kilowatt kWh: Kilowatt Hours THD: Total Harmonic Distortion

The District participates in SDG&E’s Critical Peak Pricing program by remotely resetting thermostats. With the installation of a one million gallon chilled water storage tank, the SDCCD has a new way to reduce demand.

The District has completed numerous lighting retrofits by leveraging the SDG&E On-Bill Financing

program, as well as monitoring-based retro-commissioning in less efficient buildings through the California Community College Investor Owned Utility Partnership program.

The SDCCD plans to implement a Tridium smart metering system districtwide.

Electric meters, segregated by voltage load, and BTU meters

for monitoring chilled water, heating hot water, and natural gas consumption are being installed on all buildings. This data will be available via a dashboard to help staff determine if facilities are performing appropriately and where maintenance time and resources should be focused.

The SDCCD will be able to compare

buildings, look at year over year changes, and evaluate building groupings to identify ways to modify and incentivize more energy-conscious behavior. The SDCCD will use this data to develop a loadshedding algorithm for peak events.

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Landscape plans across the District are designed to respect the character of the existing sites, while at the same time enhancing them with vegetation and other elements that provide a more drought-tolerant environment that requires less maintenance. The designs are intended to provide year-round, aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments appropriate for each campus setting. Many designs include hardscape and benches or seating areas to serve as outdoor classrooms or gathering spaces. The types of plants used for landscaping are a combination of California-friendly trees, shrubs, and groundcovers.

These low water use plants grow well in San Diego's Mediterranean-type climate, with the ability to tolerate less water and, in some cases, high summer temperatures. They include several species native to San Diego County. The irrigation design and equipment incorporates a number of proven water and soil conservation methods. The SDCCD’s standardized irrigation system uses an automatic controller that measures the amount of moisture in the air and soil, and automatically adjusts water accordingly. Plants are grouped by “hydro zones� so that those with similar requirements for sun and water exposure are clustered together to increase irrigation efficiency.

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SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS 1. Kalwall panels are structural composite panels formed by permanently bonding specially-formulated fiberglass-reinforced translucent material to a grid core. This unique construction reduces solar gain while maximizing thermal insulation and produces a healthier climate.

2. Trespa paneling is made up of wood-based fibers reinforced with resin and manufactured under high pressure and high temperature.

Options for finishes are almost limitless and the products typically last the life of the building.

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3. Cradle to Cradle Certified™ materials can be deconstructed and recycled back into their original materials again and again so that waste is never created. These products can include carpet and carpet tile backing, often made from recycled bottles.

4. Linoleum floors contain linseed oil, rosin, wood flour, limestone and natural pigments, and are backed with jute – all of which are natural materials.

Harvesting these raw materials and producing linoleum demands relatively little energy and there are no toxic byproducts.

5. Bamboo is a 100% sustainable resource since it does not require replanting after harvest. It is extremely durable and is tougher than typical hardwood surfaces. It can take about 3-5 years for bamboo to reach full maturity. Traditional hardwoods can take 20-120 years to mature.

6. Terrazo tile is composed of naturally occurring aggregates; recycled glass, plastic or bits of mirror; and processed cement or epoxy. It is extremely durable, requires low maintenance, and typically lasts the life of the building.

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SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS 1. Recycled rubber play surface areas used at our parentchild development centers are made from recycled scrap tires and other rubber materials. In addition to providing excellent durability, recycled rubber surfaces provide a safer play surface than concrete or asphalt.

2. Lattice ceiling diffuses daylight and allows for excess heat to rise and escape.

3. Pervious concrete allows stormwater to pass directly through, thereby reducing the amount of runoff from the site that would be displaced by typical concrete or asphalt paving. It is traditionally used in parking areas and is a recognized best management practice by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for stormwater management.

4. Daylighting is the practice of placing windows or other openings and reflective surfaces in a manner that maximizes the use of natural light and reduces the need for artificial light. This can include the use of high, vertically placed windows known as clerestory windows that allow natural light to filter through buildings or the use of tubular skylight fixtures.

5. Recycled plastic fencing is designed to make the rails and posts look like they are made from actual wood. Plastic fencing is an environmentally friendly product made from milk jugs and other recycled plastics. Unlike pressure-treated wood, there are no hazardous chemicals to leach out. A single section of fencing can recycle as many as 525 one gallonsized milk jugs.

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TRANSPORTATION The SDCCD promotes the use of public and shared transportation. For those who like to bike to campus, safe bicycle parking is widely available.

special treatment at Mesa College, with premium parking spaces set aside specifically for those who share their commute.

Five electric vehicle charging stations are in a Mesa College parking structure, supporting renewable energy initiatives and 26 new Blink charging stations for electric

MTS bus lines 41 and 44 service the campus; route 44 is the Rosa Parks Memorial Transit stop, which supports the functioning bus stop and the

Bus stops are generally within a few minutes walk of all campuses, with a stop located directly at Mesa College.

Carpoolers get

vehicles have been installed throughout the District as part of ECOtality’s nationwide Electric Vehicle (EV) Project deploying electric vehicles and charge infrastructure in 18 major cities.

custom bus shelter that displays historic images of Rosa Parks and her connection to San Diego Mesa College.

2013-2014 MESA COLLEGE SEMESTER BUS PASS SALES FALL 2013

SPRING 2014

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2013-2014 MESA COLLEGE MONTHLY BUS PASS SALES MAY 2013 SEPT 2013 50

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LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) from the U.S. Green Building Council is an internationally recognized green building certification, providing third-party verification that a building was designed and built using strategies aimed at improving energy savings, water efficiency, reductions of CO2 emissions, improved indoor environmental quality, stewardship of resources, and sensitivity to project impacts on the environment.

Currently, the SDCCD is on track to obtain 42 LEED certifications, more than any single organization in San Diego County. LEED certifications for San Diego Mesa College include:

AWARDED

PENDING

LEED GOLD: Allied Health Education and Training Facility Student Services Center Police Station

TRACKING LEED GOLD: Cafeteria/Bookstore Center for Business and Technology Social and Behavioral Sciences Building TRACKING LEED SILVER: Math and Science Building Fine Arts and Dramatic Arts Renovation Fitness Center

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STUDENT SERVICES CENTER

STUDENT SERVICES CENTER Bio: The four-story, 85,000-gross-squarefoot building includes facilities for student services on campus.

Natural light: Natural light is used extensively throughout the building.

Water efficiency: Plumbing, irrigation, 44

and landscape will result in a water savings of 40% on the building use and 50% on the landscape.

Recycled materials: The project includes materials that use recycled content.

Interior design: Each department opens into the atrium without doors, encouraging

students and faculty to engage each other without barriers. Each floor opens up onto a series of outdoor terraces.

State requirements: Projected energy savings of 340,000 kWh annually are 35% better than State of California requirements.

LEED: The project was

MATH+SCIENCE COMPLEX

awarded a LEED Gold certification.

MATH+SCIENCE COMPLEX Bio: The Math+Science Complex is a 206,000 gross-square-foot, four-story building that provides a home for degree and certificate programs in Natural and Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

Amenities: Specialty spaces include a greenhouse and an astronomy observation center.

High-performance materials: All windows utilize high-performance glass that allows sunlight to filter into the building, but reduces the amount of UV light and solar heat entering the building.

Heating/cooling: All walls and roof areas are highly insulated, helping to conserve energy resources and making the building more comfortable by maintaining a healthy and uniform temperature.

Natural light: The project maximizes use of natural lighting which reduces energy

demands from artificial lighting, and helps to reduce eyestrain and increase productivity.

Sustainable materials: All wood surfaces in the building are made of caramelized bamboo, a 100% sustainable resource as it does not require replanting after being harvested.

Bamboo is extremely durable and is tougher

than typical hardwood surfaces. Linoleum flooring, a natural material made from linseed oil, is used extensively throughout the building.

LEED: The project is on track to obtain a LEED Silver certification.

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ALLIED HEALTH EDUCATION & TRAINING FACILITY AND EAST CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

ALLIED HEALTH EDUCATION & TRAINING FACILITY Bio: The three-story, 50,000-square-foot Allied Health building provides training facilities and classroom space for the healthcare fields.

Photovoltaics: Allied Health obtains some of its energy from the photovoltaic panels located on the nearby 46

parking structure, boosting the building’s energy-efficiency cost savings to 58.7% as compared to a standard building.

High-performance materials: All windows utilize high-performance glass that allows sunlight to filter into the building, but reduces the amount of UV light and solar heat that comes in.

Heating/cooling: All walls and roof areas are highly insulated, helping to conserve energy resources and making the building more comfortable by maintaining a uniform temperature.

Recycled materials: Linoleum flooring, a natural material made from linseed oil, is used extensively throughout

the building and is a great example of a recycled material.

State requirements: Energy-efficient design and features help Allied Health exceed the State of California’s Title 24 energy requirements by 7.4%.

LEED: The project was awarded a LEED Gold Certification.

EAST CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Bio: The East Campus Improvement Project included the construction of an 1,100-space, four-level parking structure; a 7,000-gross-square-foot, single-story college police building; and the realignment of the campus' east entry.

Natural light: Daylightharvesting fixtures.

Low water use fixtures: Waterless and low-flow plumbing fixtures.

Recycled materials: The parking structure uses concrete that includes fly ash, which serves as a strengthening agent.

Amenities: As an open parking structure

there is no need for mechanical ventilation systems.

Drought-resistant plants: Landscaping uses low water use plants and trees.

Photovoltaics: Solar panels are installed on the top level of the parking structure to help offset energy needs for the attached police

station and nearby Allied Health building.

Water efficiency: Highefficiency irrigation system with an automatic controller that measures available moisture before watering.

LEED: The project was awarded a LEED Gold certification.

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AWARDS, ACCOLADES, KUDOS American Public Works Association, San Diego and Imperial Counties Chapter 2013 Honor Project, Structures - $26 - $75 million: San Diego Mesa College Student Services Center 2013 Project of the Year, Structures - Over $75 million: San Diego City College Math & Social Sciences Building 2012 Project of the Year: San Diego Miramar College Police Station 2011 Chapter Project of the Year Award - 2.4 Megawatt (MW) Power Purchase Agreement American Society of Civil Engineers, San Diego Chapter 2013 Award of Excellence: San Diego City College Math & Social Sciences Building 2013 Outstanding Award in Sustainable Technology: San Diego Mesa College Student Services Center 2010 Outstanding Engineering Feasibility Project: San Diego Miramar College Infrastructure Project 2009 Award of Merit in Sustainable Technology: San Diego Continuing Education West City Campus California Higher Education Sustainability Conference 2011 Best Practice for Sustainable Design: San Diego City College Career Technology Center 2010 Best Practice for Water Efficiency and Site Water Quality: Standardization of Calsense Irrigation Control System ENR California 2013 Best Project: Continuing Education Mesa College Campus San Diego Gas and Electric 2013 Higher Education Energy Champion 2012 Honorable Mention: Energy Champion 2011 Honorable Mention: Energy Champion 2010 Honorable Mention: Energy Champion UC/CSU/CCC Sustainability Conference 2009 Best Practice - Student Sustainability Program: San Diego City College Urban Farm 2009 Best Practice - Lighting Design and Retrofit: Harry West Gym 2008 Honorable Mention - HVAC Retrofit: Districtwide Upgrades to HVAC Systems

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SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT The mission of the San Diego Community College District is to provide accessible, high-quality learning experiences to meet the educational needs of the San Diego Community.

Board of Trustees: Mary Graham . Rich Grosch . Bernie Rhinerson Maria Nieto Senour, Ph.D. . Peter Zschiesche Constance M. Carroll, Ph.D., Chancellor Presidents: (Interim) Lynn Ceresino Neault , Ed.D., San Diego City College Pamela T. Luster, Ed.D., San Diego Mesa College Patricia Hsieh, Ed.D., San Diego Miramar College Anthony E. Beebe, Ed.D., San Diego Continuing Education Christopher Manis, Vice Chancellor, Facilities Management Jack Beresford, Director, Communications and Public Relations The San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) includes San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, San Diego Miramar College, and San Diego Continuing Education. The SDCCD is governed by its Board of Trustees. no oral or written representation is binding on the SDCCD without the express approval of the Board of Trustees.

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