Vision:
To be the regional model of sustainable stewardship through the social, economic and ecological legacy we create.
Mission:
All citizens of the university understand the impacts and consequences of our activity on the natural systems that support our life. And that this knowledge guides the research, education, outreach and operations of the University.
UNC Charlotte Office of Sustainability 9201 University City Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28223 704.687.2518 dajones1@uncc.edu
Programs
The information below identifies and highlights current sustainability research programs and projects at UNC Charlotte. If you are currently participating in environmental relevant research, please e-mail us so that we may add you to the list.
Sustainability Spotlight on The Award Winning UNC Charlotte Petroleum replacement Program headed up by Larry Lane Plant Maintenance Supervisor in Facilities.
UNC Charlotte has made significant progress toward reducing the use of petroleum products by investing in infrastructure and investing in alternatively fueled vehicles.
UNC Charlotte has completed the installation of a new fuel farm including a 12,000 gallon E-85 fuel tank, a 12,000 gallon gasoline tank (which will soon be converted to E-10), and a 1,000 gallon diesel tank. The University is investigating the application and use of B-20 Bio-Diesel.
The University is investigating the feasibility of making the fuel farm open to all DOT Motor Fleet vehicles for fueling 24 / 7. UNC Charlotte has invested in 67 Electric Utility Carts for maintenance, housekeeping, and other University personnel for use on the campus. This includes 2, 4 and 15 passenger electric vehicles.
UNC Charlotte now has 20 Flex Fuel (E-85) vehicles and has additional units on order. The new infrastructure will also allow us to fuel our 11 Motor Fleet AFV’s on site.
Since the 2005- 2006 FY UNC Charlotte has realized a 21% reduction in petroleum use within the campus fleet.
This program is headed up by Larry B. Lane (704) 687-2122 or lblane@uncc.edu, Larry is a great source of information and will willingly discuss the program.
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U.S. Department of Energy, Congressionally Directed Project (CDP) 2008-2009: Building Materials Reclamation Program, ($615,000), D. Weggel, D. Boyajian, H. Hilger, S. Chen.
U.S. Department of Energy, 2005-2008: Bio-Tarp: Reducing Landfill Methane Emissions with Bioactive Alternative Daily Cover, ($533,698), H. Hilger and J. Oliver.
Mecklenburg County LUESA (Land Use and Environmental Services Agency), 2006-2007, Air Quality Group to UNC-Charlotte Environmental Assistance Office, $26,000. Contact Regina Guyer rguyer@uncc.edu
Mecklenburg County, 2006-2007, Energy Benchmarking for Mecklenburg County Offices with Energy Star Portfolio Manager.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities, 2006-2007, Wastewater studies to enhance nutrient removal at Mallard Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant $46,000. Contact Regina Guyer rguyer@uncc.edu
Mecklenburg County LUESA Solid Waste Group to EAO, 2006-2007, Suitability of Ground Virgin Gypsum Wallboard as a Soil Amendment, $27,000. Contact Regina Guyer rguyer@uncc.edu
