JJC Green Teams work in their respective areas to ensure that future initiatives and projects at the college are environmentally friendly, support sustainability initiatives, and are LEED-certified when possible.
Building/Construction Project Review Team
Projects Coming Soon
Business Practices Team
Current Projects
- Recycle more paper – Bookstore now has recycle bins for all extra receipts, flyers, etc.
- Green products – Bookstore is carrying a new line of environmentally safe products for staff/students to purchase.
- Elimination of Styrofoam cups in cafeteria - Purchasing plastic cups for staff to use in place of Styrofoam/paper cups.
- New Bridge/concourse furniture is LEED-certified.
- The Bookstore is reducing paper waste by eliminating the large BuyBack flyer and going to a bookmark.
Future Projects
- Examine class scheduling to help conserve building resources
- Schedule a Lights-Out day
- Future vehicle purchases to be hybrid or electric
Community Leadership Team
Projects Coming Soon
Communication/External Education Team
Current Projects
- Create information clearinghouse for all sustainability news
- Create Web site to publicize Sustainability Initiatives Committee
Future Projects
- Create informational session to be presented at the green PPD Week
- Research community partnerships
Education Curriculum Team
Projects Coming Soon
Policy and Data Team
Projects Coming Soon
Utilities Conservation/Carbon Reduction Team
Current Projects
- Encourage staff members to turn off lights when they leave their offices
- Increase task lighting on desks to eliminate over-usage of overhead fluorescent lighting
- Installed low-flow aerators in sinks to decrease water usage