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Nancy Nevil, DirectorSustainability & Environmental Services
Developing a Sustainable Community
Organization, Marketing, Results
City of Plano, Texas
Internal Organizational Structure
Office of Sustainability
Environmental Services
Compost Operations
& Marketing
Environmental Education
& Community Outreach
Internal Organizational Structure
• Education & Community Outreach
• Financing & Capital Appropriations
• Green Builder
• Resource Conservation
Sustainability Director
Sustainability Leadership
Team
Committees
Green Builder Committee
OBJECTIVES:Increase the number of LEED Accredited Professionals.
Advance the general acceptance towards sustainable
building practices in the development community.
Develop and implement Plano’s Green Builder Program.
GOAL: To create a culture within our
organization that advances sustainable
building practices into city, commercial and
residential development, as well as future
remodel and re-development projects.
LEED Certification Policy
• Use of passive solar energy
• Natural lighting (day lighting) and adjustable lighting systems
• Highly reflective roof and building exterior
• Indoor Air Quality
• HVAC energy performance and efficiency
• Use of on-site renewable energy
• Waste minimization
• Water reclamation and conservation
Code Amendments
• Residential
• Commercial
Resource Conservation Committee
OBJECTIVES:Reduced energy consumption in city buildings
Reduce waste
Reduce fuel consumption and air emissions
Conserve water and improve stormwater quality
GOAL: To create a culture
within our organization that
values resource conservation
and incorporates sustainable
practices into all city operations
and programs.
Resource Conservation Projects
Clean Fleet Program
Energy Policy
Green Team
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Clean Fleet Strategic Plan
• Mobile Source Pollution Prevention Policy
• Use of City Vehicle Policy
• CNG Refuse Fleet
• Flex Fuel Capabilities
• Idling Technology
• Right-sizing
• Training & Education
Energy Policy
• Requires all employees to practice conservation
• Establishes goal of 5% per year energy reduction
• Establishes standard ambient temperatures for city facilities
• Bans personal electric heaters
• Bans personal desktop printers
• Clarifies responsibilities of Facilities Maintenance, Technology Information, and Sustainability & Environmental Services
OBJECTIVES:Educate employees
Educate community
Promote educational programs that support Live Green in
Plano efforts
Support education needs of other Sustainability committees
Environmental Education &
Community Outreach Committee
GOAL: To manage an educational program
for employees and our community resulting in
positive behavioral changes which support
Live Green in Plano.
Public Education Campaign
The Year of Living Green Expo
Get on the Bus tours
Campaign Goal & Objectives
Mayor‟s Challenge
Printed Materials
Web site
Live Green in Plano Starter Packets
Postcards
Residential Newsletter
Magazine Articles
Live Green in Plano Expo
• Energy
• Food & Agriculture
• Green Building & Remodeling
• Household Products
• Lifestyle & Recreation
• Transportation
• Waste Reduction
• Water
• Yard & Garden
Expo Themes for Exhibitors & Presentations
Other Expo Activities
Compost Fair
Native Plant & Compost Sale
Children‟s Activities
Green „N‟ Clean Garage Debut
The Energy Hog
Bicycle Safety Rodeo
Ride & Drive
Wind Turbine & Solar Panel Demonstration
Green Living Products for Sale
“Windblown” Wind Sculpture Competition
Entertainment
Give-aways and Prize Incentives
livegreenexpo.net
Other Programming
Live Green in Plano Volunteer Program
• Green „N‟ Clean Garage Assembly
• Registration Desk
• Change a Light Pledge
• Manning Booths
• Set-up and Breakdown
Purpose
Grant-funded Coordinator
Training Program
Expo Support
Employee Education
New Programs
RecycleBank Pilot Program Water Conservation Credits
Energy Efficiency Rebate C&D Recycling
Incentive Program
Measuring Success
• Performance Measures
• Activity Measures
• Employee Survey Results
• Community Feedback
• Departmental Initiatives
Challenges and Barriers
• Changing Culture
• Building Support & Collaboration
• Communication
• Funding
• Green Builder Program
For More Information …
Nancy Nevil, [email protected]
Yarcus Lewis, Green [email protected]
Heather Merchant, Education & Community [email protected]
Melinda Haggerty, [email protected]
Deb Bliss, Volunteer [email protected]
www.livegreeninplano.com