CARBON NEUTRAL
ACTION REPORT

2013

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PETER KINGSTON
Vice President, Finance & Administration
Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is
Canada’s leading public safety educator - a dynamic
post-secondary institution recognized nationally
and internationally for innovative education and
applied research in the areas of justice and public
safety. JIBC offers a range of applied and academic
programs (certificates, diplomas, and degrees) that
span the spectrum of safety – from prevention to
response and recovery.

approximately 30% when compared to our 2008
baseline. Water consumption in 2013 has also been
reduced by approximately 37% compared to 2006.
At our Maple Ridge campus, weather-adjusted data
also indicates energy savings of approximately
30% when compared to our 2007 baseline for this
campus.

JIBC is committed to reducing its carbon
footprint and improving sustainability through
environmentally responsible practices. In 2006 we
began implementing operational changes that have
resulted in significant reductions in energy and
water consumption at our New Westminster and
Maple Ridge campuses.

In 2009, JIBC, in partnership with BC Hydro,
completed an energy study of its New
Westminster and Maple Ridge campuses to review
the facilities’ energy using systems; provide energy
consumption baseline information; and develop
detailed recommendations for cost-effective
options to improve the energy efficiency of both
facilities.

We have continued to reduce energy use
and water consumption in 2013. At our New
Westminster campus, weather-adjusted data
indicates a reduction in energy consumption
of 32%, which has resulted in a corresponding
decline in greenhouse gas emissions of

Several of the recommendations were
implemented at our New Westminster campus in
2009 and 2010, and implementation at our Maple
Ridge campus was completed in 2012.
JIBC has established, and continues to maintain,
a comprehensive recycling program that includes

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paper, cardboard, compost, printer toner cartridges,
electronic equipment, fluorescent lamps, batteries,
plastics, glass, metals, pallets, and kitchen cooking
oil. In addition, we encourage the use of re-usable
dishes in our food services operation and require
our janitorial contractors to use certified “green”
cleaning products at our New Westminster,
Maple Ridge and Okanagan campuses. In 2012
we expanded our recycling program by adding
Styrofoam to the list of products we recycle.
In 2012, we also extended our composting
program and more than doubled the amount of
compostable materials being diverted from the
landfill, from approximately 2,400 kilograms in 2011
to approximately 5,000 kilograms in 2012.

GREEN CAMPUS TEAM
JIBC’s Green Campus Team was
formed in 2011, with members
representing all schools and
divisions at JIBC, to provide a
forum for the advancement and
implementation of environmental
sustainability initiatives; facilitate
cross - divisional communications
on best practices, and to encourage
staff and student participation.
The Team also tracks performance,
and will establish benchmarks for
future comparisons and targets
for items such as fleet emissions,
paper consumption, facilities
energy consumption and waste
management.

In 2012, the Team was instrumental
in gaining Institute support for
the elimination of binders for
the majority of courses that still
utilize paper-based materials. In
November, the team brought
forward a proposal for more
sustainable alternatives to
delivering course materials and
received approval to eliminate
binders effective April 1, 2013.
The team also continues to
promote the use of online
delivery for course materials and
administrative reports.

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GREEN GAS EMISSIONS &
OFFSETS APPLIED TO BECOME
CARBON NEUTRAL IN 2013
BUILDINGS:
525 tonnes

FLEET:

83 tonnes*

PRIOR YEAR
ADJUSTMENTS:

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* Greenhouse Gas emissions reported for fleet operations are net of 3 tonnes,
which represent biomass emissions from the renewable fuel portion in
emissions. As stated in “BC Best Practices 2012, Methodology for Measuring
Greenhouse Gas Emission,” the carbon dioxide emissions resulting from
the combustion of biogenic fuel sources must be reported, but do not
require offsets.
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SUPPLIES:

65 tonnes

OFFSETS APPLIED TO
BECOME CARBON
NEUTRAL IN 2013:

672 tonnes

In addition, it was estimated that fugitive emissions from stationary cooling
comprises less than .01% of JIBC’s total emissions, and that ongoing effort to
collect or estimate emissions from this source annually is disproportionately
onerous. Thus, these emissions have been deemed to be out of scope and are
not included JIBC’s total greenhouse gas emissions profile or offset purchase.

ACTIONS TAKEN TO REDUCE
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
IN 2013
We continued our energy monitoring program
with a third party provider of energy monitoring,
targeting and reporting services to ensure energy
reduction targets are being met, and that periods of
off-target energy performance are quickly identified
so that corrective actions can be taken.

In 2013, we completed the investigation stage of
the program which included:
• Performing diagnostic monitoring and functional
tests.
• Developing a master list of findings and
recommended operational improvements and
retrofits.

NEW WESTMINSTER CAMPUS

In 2013, we also added a hot water recirculation
system to the scope of our domestic hot water
pipe replacement project. Recirculation water
temperature and flow schedules are now controlled
by the building automation system which has
eliminated the need to cycle the hot water boilers
in order to maintain set point temperature during
unoccupied periods.

We partnered with BC Hydro by joining the
Continuous Optimization Program for Commercial
Buildings. The program consists of two primary
integrated components. The first component is
re-commissioning, which includes activities that
identify opportunities to optimize building energy
use through the implementation of low-cost
operational improvements and retrofits.
The second component of the program is
an electrical meter upgrade to provide for
comprehensive analysis and reporting. The
investigation phase of the program was launched,
and the upgraded meter was installed at the New
Westminster campus in November 2012.

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

device, but as processor speeds have increased
and newer methods have been developed, we
are able to lower energy consumption by hosting
multiple server operating systems on one physical
device. The percentage of JIBC virtualized servers
increased from 70% to 80% in 2013.
We also continued upgrading our computer
operating system in 2013. The new system has
superior energy saving features that include diming
computer screens, slower disk rotational speed and
superior auto sleep mode when computers are not
in use. This project is expected to be completed
in 2014.
Video conferencing technology was installed in
three classrooms in New Westminster, Victoria, and
Kelowna. This has resulted in travel reductions for
students and instructors.

Technology Services continued replacing physical
servers with “virtual” servers as part of a longterm program to lower energy consumption and
costs. Older technology required each server
operating system to run on its own physical

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PLANS TO CONTINUE REDUCING
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
2014 – 2016
We will continue the energy monitoring, targeting
and reporting program at our New Westminster and
Maple Ridge campuses.
JIBC’s Green Campus Team will continue to provide
a forum for the advancement and implementation
of environmental sustainability initiatives at
the Institute and encourage staff and student
participation.
We also plan to implement a sustainable
procurement policy that will encourage sustainable

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purchasing practices and outline the parameters
that we expect our suppliers to work within. With
new travel, courier and cartage agreements we
plan to start tracking and managing our carbon
footprint associated with these activities.
At our New Westminster campus in 2014 we
plan to review and implement selected energy
conservation measures identified during the
investigation phase of BC Hydro’s Continuous
Optimization program.

In addition, our existing chiller is nearing the end
of its useful life and we plan to replace it with a
high efficiency model in 2015. The new chiller is
expected to reduce electrical consumption at the
New Westminster campus by approximately 5%
per year.
At our Maple Ridge campus we plan to investigate
the feasibility of adding a heat exchanger to an
existing heating \ ventilation system and upgrading
exterior lighting to LED.

715 McBride Boulevard
New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4
Canada

Chilliwack Campus
5470 Dieppe Street
Chilliwack, BC V2R 5Y8

Okanagan Campus
825 Walrod Street
Kelowna, BC V1Y 2S4

Victoria Campus
810 Fort Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1H8

tel 604.525.5422

tel 604.847.0881

tel 250.469.6020

tel 250.405.3500

Maple Ridge Campus
13500 – 256th Street
Maple Ridge, BC V4R 1C9

Pitt Meadows Campus
18799 Airport Way
Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B4

tel 604.462.1000

tel 604.528.5891

fax 604.528.5518
email info@jibc.ca

jibc.ca
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Columbia (JIBC) is Canada’s
leading public safety educator
recognized nationally and
internationally for innovative
education in justice, public safety
and social services.

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2013 Carbon Neutral Action Report (CNAR) - Part 2 ACTIONS
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Organization Name
Justice Institute of British Columbia

Actions Taken to Reduce Emissions
1) Stationary Fuel Combustion, Electricity (Buildings):
Indicate which actions were taken in 2013:
Performed energy retrofits on existing buildings
Yes

Built or are building new LEED Gold or other "Green" buildings.
No

Undertook an evaluation of overall building energy use.
Yes

Please list any other actions taken to reduce emissions from Buildings:
In 2012 we partnered with BC Hydro by joining the Continuous Optimization Program for our New Westminster campus buildings.
The program consists of two primary integrated components. The first component is re-commissioning, which includes activities that
identify opportunities to optimize building energy use through the implementation of low-cost operational improvements and retrofits.
The second component of the program is an electrical meter upgrade to provide for comprehensive analysis and reporting. The
investigation phase of the program was completed at the end of 2013.
At the New Westminster campus we also added a hot water recirculation line to the scope of our domestic hot water pipe replacement
project. Recirculation water temperature and flow schedules are controlled by the building automation system which has eliminated
the need to cycle the hot water boilers in order to maintain set point temperature during unoccupied periods.
Technology Services continued replacing physical servers with “virtual” servers as part of a long-term program to lower energy
consumption and costs. Older technology required each server operating system to run on its own physical device, but as processor
speeds have increased and newer methods have been developed, we are able to lower energy consumption by hosting multiple server
operating systems on one physical device. The percentage of JIBC virtualized servers increased from 70% to 80% in 2013.
We also continued upgrading our computer operating system in 2013. The new system has superior energy saving features that include
diming computer screens, slower disk rotational speed and superior auto sleep mode when computers are not in use. This project is
expected to be completed in 2014.

2) Mobile Fleet Combustion (Fleet and other vehicles):

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Indicate which actions were taken in 2013:
Do you have a fleet?
Yes

Replaced existing vehicles with more fuel efficent vehicles (gas/diesel)
No

Replaced existing vehicles with hybrid or electric vehicles
No

Reduced the overall number of fleet vehicles
No

Took steps to drive less than last year
No

Please list any other actions taken to reduce emission from fleet:
(No response)

3) Supplies (Paper):
Indicate which actions were taken in 2013:
Used less paper than previous year
Yes

Used only 100% recycled paper
No

Used some recycled paper
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Yes

Used alternate source paper (Bamboo, hemp, etc.)
No

Please list any other actions taken to reduce emissions from paper use:
(No response)

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Actions Taken to Reduce Emissions - continued

Explain how you plan to continue minimizing emissions in 2014 and future years:
In 2014 we plan to implement selected energy conservation measures identified through BC Hydro's Continuous Optimization
Program in 2013, we also plan to replace the existing chiller at the New Westminster campus with a high efficiency model. The new
chiller is expected reduce electrical consumption by approximately 5% per year.
At our Maple Ridge campus we plan to investigate the feasibility of adding a heat exchanger to an existing heating \ ventilation system
and upgrading exterior lighting to LED.

If you wish to list any other "sustainability actions" outside of buildings, fleet, paper and travel
check "yes". This reporting is optional.
Yes

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Actions to Promote Sustainability and Conservation - Optional
The following are actions that fall outside the scope of the Carbon Neutral Government
Regulation, but which many organizations still undertake and may wish to report on. This
section is optional for reporting.
Business Travel
Created a low-carbon travel policy or travel reduction goal (Low-carbon: Lowest emission of
greenhouse gases per kilometre per passenger)
No

Virtual Meeting Technology
Installed web-conferencing software (e.g., Live Meeting, Elluminate, etc.)
Yes

Made desktop web-cameras available to staff
No

Encourage alternative travel to meetings (e.g., bicycles, public transit, walking)
Yes

Encourage carpooling to meetings
Yes

Education and Awareness
Have created Green, Sustainability, Energy Conservation, or Climate Action Teams.
Yes

Provided resources and/or dedicated staff to support these teams
Yes

Provided behaviour change education/training for these teams (e.g., community-based social
marketing)
No

Established a sustainability/green awards or recognition program
No
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Support green professional development (e.g., workshops, conferences, training)
Yes

Planning for Cimate Change
Have assessed whether extreme weather events and/or long term changes in climate will affect
our organization's business areas
No

Long term changes in climate have been incorporated into our organization's decision making.
No

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Actions to Promote Sustainability and Conservation - Optional (continued)
Staff Awareness and Education
Provided education to staff about the science of climate change
No

Provided education to staff about the conservation of water, energy, and raw materials
No

Provided green tips on staff website or in newsletters
Yes

Alternate Work/Commuting Options
Allow for telework/working from home
No

Staff have the option of a compressed work week
No

Commuting by foot, bicycle, carpool or public transit is encouraged
Yes

Shower or locker facilities are provided for staff/students who commute by foot or by bicycle
Yes

Secure bicycle storage is provided
Yes

Other Sustainability Actions
Establish a water conservation strategy which includes a plan or policy for replacing water
fixtures with efficient models
No

Put in place a potable water management strategy to reduce potable water demand of
building-level uses such as cooling tower equipment, toilet fixtures, etc. and landscape features
Yes
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Have put in place an operations policy to facilitate the reduction and diversion of building
occupant waste from landfills or incineration facilities
Yes

Have implemented a hazardous waste reduction and disposal strategy (Hazardous Waste: E.g.,
electronics including computer parts and monitors, batteries, paints, fluorescent bulbs)
Yes

Have incorporated minimum recycled content standards into procurement policy for
consumable, non-paper supplies (e.g., writing instruments, binders, toner cartridges, etc.)
No

Established green standards for goods that are replaced infrequently and/or may require capital
funds to purchase (e.g., office furniture, carpeting, etc.)
No

Incorporated lifecycle costing into new construction or renovations
Yes

Please list and other sustainability actions you wish to report not included in the previous list.
In 2013 we consolodated all office supplies purchaces to a single vendor which has resulted fewer delivery trips.

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Justice Institute of BC
Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Source
for the 2013 Calendar Year (tCO2e*)
0
0.0%
66
9.7%

86
12.7%

525
77.5%

Total Emissions: 677
Mobile Fuel Combustion (Fleet and other mobile equipment)
Stationary Fuel Combustion (Building Heating and Generators) and Electricity
Supplies (Paper)
Fugitive Sources

Offsets Applied to Become Carbon Neutral in 2013 (Generated May 21, 2014 2:38 PM)
Total offsets required: 673. Total offset investment: $16,825. Emissions which do not require offsets: 3 **
*Tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e) is a standard unit of measure in which all types of greenhouse gases are expressed based on their
global warming potential relative to carbon dioxide.
** Under the Carbon Neutral Government Regulation of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets Act, all emissions from the sources listed above
must be reported. As outlined in the regulation, some emissions do not require offsets.