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Integrating Sustainable Practices into Ground Based Space Facilities

Integrating Sustainable Practices into Ground Based Space Facilities. Nasa.gov. More than Launch Pads. Nasa.gov. Mega-Scale Benefits. Meso-Scale Benefits. Micro-Scale Benefits. NASA’s Sustainability Plan (SSPP). Key Performance Goals Increase energy efficiency….

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Integrating Sustainable Practices into Ground Based Space Facilities

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  1. Integrating Sustainable Practices into Ground Based Space Facilities Nasa.gov

  2. More than Launch Pads Nasa.gov

  3. Mega-Scale Benefits

  4. Meso-Scale Benefits

  5. Micro-Scale Benefits

  6. NASA’s Sustainability Plan (SSPP) • Key Performance Goals • Increase energy efficiency…. • GHG inventories and reduction… • Leverage green acquisition… • Minimize waste……. • Support communities…. • Raise employee awareness……

  7. Climate Adaptation = Risk Management Nasa.gov

  8. Adapting to Sea Level Rise Nasa.gov

  9. GHG Mitigation-- Strategic Elements • Reduce GHG Emissions • Increase energy efficiency • Increase renewable & alternative energy • Decrease fleet petroleum use • Increase the percentage of green buildings

  10. Increasing Energy Efficiency

  11. Capacity Management Nasa.gov

  12. Efficient HVAC Systems stvinc.com

  13. Space Coast Solar Energy Center Spacecoastdaily.com

  14. NASA Goddard Landfill Gas Nasa.gov

  15. NASA Langley Waste to Energy Nasa.gov

  16. Alternative Fuel Vehicles Nasa.gov

  17. Green Buildings Nasa.gov

  18. Ames Sustainability Base Nasa.gov

  19. Langley LEED Platinum Nasa.gov

  20. KSC Propellants North Nasa.gov

  21. NASA and US Agency Approach • Executive Order 13514 • “Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance” • Focused on eco-efficiencies • environmental and economic • Limited social focus

  22. ESA and Sustainable Development economicallysound.com

  23. Sustainable Development • “…is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” • It requires that we see the world as a system –a system that connects space and a system that connects time.

  24. Systems Thinking • Over Time: • Mid-1900’s farming practices • impact agriculture today • Economic policies endorsed today • impact poverty in the future • Over Space: • North American air pollution • affects air quality in Asia • Argentina pesticide applications • affects fisheries off Australia Nasa.gov

  25. Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

  26. ESA Key Issues and Challenges • Build our future • Improve daily life • Live safely • Protect the environment • Stimulate our need for knowledge • Boost economic growth

  27. GRI Reveals Social Benefits “The actual impact of space on Europe’s economy (multiplier effect) is six times greater than the annual € 5 billion turnover” “The overall vision for ESA’s Earth observation activities is to play a central role in developing the global capacity to understand our planet, predict change and mitigate the negative effects of climate change……”

  28. Comparison of Sustainable Approaches

  29. Increased Funding for Missions Nasa.gov

  30. Avoid Costs and Generate Revenue 50% Recyclable Cardboard 24% Recyclable Plastic 10% Organic Waste 16% Landfill

  31. Avoid Costs and Generate Revenue Nasa.gov

  32. Natural Resource Stewardship for the Public Good Nasa.gov

  33. Indoor Air Quality & Performance Nasa.gov

  34. Climate Action & Increased Revenue Nasa.gov

  35. Responsible Use of Available Resources Nasa.gov

  36. Integrate Sustainability into Operations Nasa.gov

  37. Contact Information: Mike McCarthy(904) 256-2263 e-mail: mike.mccarthy@rsandh.com Nasa.gov

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