Business and Environment Series: Dickson - Waste Reduction Programs, UMN Dining Services

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The University of Minnesota Dining Services has implemented several waste reduction programs, including tray-less dining to reduce food waste, an Apex warewashing system to save water and energy, comprehensive recycling of materials, organic composting of 30 tons of food waste monthly, use of biodegradable and compostable packaging, and a reusable to-go container program. The programs have environmental, social, and economic benefits like conserving resources and reducing waste.

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Waste Reduction Programs

University Dining Services –
University of Minnesota

Tray-less Dining
•  Implemented Fall 2008
‒  Triple bottom line initiative

‒  ENVIRONMENTAL: Conserves water (1.8¢ to 4.4¢ / gallon saved) and
energy used to heat water
‒  Reduces amount of chemical rinse aids used

‒  SOCIAL: Promotes healthier eating by reducing over consumption
and food waste

‒  ECONOMIC: Food waste reduced 1.2 - 1.8 ounces per person per
meal
‒  Saves 1.8¢ to 4.4¢ per gallon in water spend

Apex Warewashing System
•  Implemented Fall 2009
–  ECOLAB Warewashing system for cleaning dishware, glassware and
utensils

–  Saves 12,740 gallons of water and 6,497 kWh of energy annually

–  Reduces energy and water consumption

–  Limits the amount of packaging sent into the waste stream

Recycling
‒  Participates in comprehensive UMN recycling program (aluminum, paper,
glass & plastic)

‒  Purchases paper products with 100% recycled content

‒  Recycles used fryer oil from all dining locations
‒  Increases air quality and reduces green house gas emissions
‒  Used for bio diesel and animal feed

‒  TerraCycle collection brigades
‒  $0.02 received for every wrapper collected
‒  Money collected is donated to Urban Ventures, a South Minneapolis
non-profit organization

Organic Composting
•  Implemented Fall 2007
‒  Partnership with Dining Services and UMN Facilities Management

‒  Kitchen & dining room waste collected from 14 dining locations

‒  On average, 30 tons collected monthly

Biodegradable Packaging
‒  Thermo-formulated from Poly-Lactic Acid (PLA)
‒  Derived from corn resin
‒  Takes 45 days to break down in compost piles

‒  35% packaging converted to biodegradable

‒  Green Team Sustainability Interns

Reuseable To Go
‒  Diverts plastic/Styrofoam to-go containers from waste stream

‒  Customer purchases reusable container, uses for to-go meal purchase

‒  Returns container upon next visit and exchanges for clean container

‒  Exchange container unlimited number of times at no cost

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Ozone in Minnesota

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This document provides information about ozone, including: - Ozone is naturally occurring in the upper atmosphere but causes health and environmental issues at ground level. - It can adversely impact lung function and increase medicine use, doctor visits, and hospital admissions, particularly for vulnerable groups. - Ozone formation is a chemical reaction between nitrogen oxides, organic compounds and sunlight. - Major sources of ozone precursors like NOx and VOCs include fuel combustion from vehicles, utilities, and natural sources. - Ozone levels in the Twin Cities area have been decreasing but still occur on hot, sunny days above the standard. Reductions in NOx and VOCs may help further reduce o

Sustainability at Medtronic

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Doug Fullen, Director of Medtronic Environmental, Health and Safety, presented on Medtronic's environmental sustainability efforts. Medtronic treats many chronic conditions across 120 countries with 38,000 employees in 270 locations generating $15 billion in annual revenue. Medtronic has improved its environmental management over time, developing goals and programs to reduce waste, emissions, energy and water usage. Medtronic achieved its 2013 sustainability goals and has received external recognition for its progressive environmental stewardship.

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Policy Forum Series: Reha - The Role of Natural Gas in Minnesota's Energy Future

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The document discusses the role of natural gas in Minnesota's energy future. It notes the uncertainties around natural gas supply and prices given increased domestic shale gas production. It also discusses challenges around valuing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and properly accounting for environmental costs. The document outlines Minnesota's energy policies around reducing fossil fuel use and increasing renewable energy use by certain targets. It describes the integrated resource planning process that utilities in Minnesota use to ensure reliable and least cost energy resources over 15 years.

Policy Forum Series: Hirl - Renewable Natural Gas, Sources and Markets

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The document discusses renewable natural gas (RNG) sources and markets. RNG can be produced from biomass feedstocks like agricultural waste or food waste through anaerobic digestion or gasification. The RNG can then be purified and injected into natural gas pipelines for use in electricity generation or as a transportation fuel. Graphs show the value of RNG compared to natural gas for electricity and as a transportation fuel based on production levels. Producing RNG can be economically viable and provide value through renewable fuel credits or as a low-carbon replacement for natural gas.

Policy Forum Series: Bull - Clean Energy That Works For Minnesota

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1) Xcel Energy is a major utility in Minnesota and a leader in wind and solar energy as well as energy efficiency programs. 2) Natural gas price forecasts have decreased since 2007, keeping natural gas a lower cost fuel option compared to projections. 3) Xcel Energy has transitioned its power supply through retiring old coal plants, retrofitting some coal plants, building new natural gas plants, and increasing its wind and solar capacity. This balanced approach has significantly reduced emissions while maintaining a reliable system.

Policy Forum Series: Teller - The Changing Role of Natural Gas in the United ...

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The document summarizes a presentation given by Katherine Teller of the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) about the changing role of natural gas in the United States. The presentation covers current natural gas markets and supply, the short-term outlook for natural gas which expects a rise in prices in 2013, and the long-term outlook to 2035 in which natural gas production and use, especially for electric power generation, are expected to continue increasing substantially according to EIA projections.

Policy Forum Series: Smith - Natural Gas as Fuel for Electric Generation in t...

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Natural gas plays a significant role in electricity generation in the Midwest region controlled by MISO. In 2012, 32% of the energy produced came from gas/oil, compared to 48% from coal and 14% each from nuclear and renewables. The generation interconnection queue reflects a shift towards more gas, wind, and solar projects. However, several EPA regulations around air pollution and mercury emissions have caused uncertainty around coal plant retirements in the region. Natural gas infrastructure like pipelines will be important to support fuel switching from coal to gas generation.

Policy Forum Series: Grant - Role of Natural Gas in Electricity Generation

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This document discusses natural gas and Minnesota's energy future. It outlines that natural gas prices are expected to remain low due to fracking and export demand. Natural gas is advantageous for electric utilities due to its environmental benefits compared to coal, ability to complement renewables as a valley-filler, and suitability for repowering projects. The document also notes Minnesota's favorable gas supply and drivers for increased natural gas electric generation in the near to medium term, including low costs, replacing aging coal plants, supporting renewables, and the fuel's valley-filling profile.

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1. Waste Reduction Programs University Dining Services – University of Minnesota

2. Tray-less Dining •  Implemented Fall 2008 ‒  Triple bottom line initiative ‒  ENVIRONMENTAL: Conserves water (1.8¢ to 4.4¢ / gallon saved) and energy used to heat water ‒  Reduces amount of chemical rinse aids used ‒  SOCIAL: Promotes healthier eating by reducing over consumption and food waste ‒  ECONOMIC: Food waste reduced 1.2 - 1.8 ounces per person per meal ‒  Saves 1.8¢ to 4.4¢ per gallon in water spend

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