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Green Port Program Goals

GP_EnergyEnergy

Goal: Conserve energy and maximize energy efficiency of Port operations.

Objective: Implement recommendations outlined in San Diego Gas & Electric's Energy Road Map to reduce energy use.

  • Reduce the Port's operational energy use by at least 170,000 kilowatt hours per year.
  • Conduct a lighting pilot project to assess various energy efficiency technologies.

Objective: Investigate opportunities to participate in renewable energy projects.

  • Conduct a solar assessment to determine optimal locations for future photovoltaic systems on tidelands and estimated costs of implementation.
  • Install photovoltaic systems on the Administration and General Services Buildings.
  • Pursue funding for other solar projects.

 


 

GP_WMWaste Management

Goal: Reduce waste from Port operations through material reuse, recycling and composting.

Objective: Divert four tons of waste from the landfill.

  • Explore ways to enhance the composting program.
  • Expand collection opportunities for electronic waste.
  • Investigate opportunities to expand the Port's current recycling program.

 

 

 


 

GP_SDSustainable Development

Goal: Enhance the environmental performance of Port buildings while maximizing long-term economic benefits.

Objective: Adopt a Sustainable Building Policy.

Objective: Enhance the environmental performance of two Port buildings.

  • Acquire LEED certification for the Administration Building.
  • Acquire LEED certification for the General Services Building.
  • Continue work on LEED certification for Broadway Pier.
  • Educate key Port employees on sustainable building principles.

 


 

GP_WaterWater

Goal: Improve water quality in San Diego Bay and reduce the Port's water usage to preserve San Diego's water supply.

Objective: Reduce the Port's operational water use to beyond local regulations.

  • Conduct a sustainable landscaping project at a Port park.
  • Develop and implement a water conservation strategy.
  • Replace plumbing fixtures in Port buildings with water efficient fixtures.
  • Explore opportunities to expand the Smart Irrigation System on tidelands.

 


 

GP_AirAir

Goal: Reduce greenhouse gas contributions and other air emissions from Port operations.

Objective: Develop and implement a carbon footprint management program.

  • Define and publicly register the carbon footprint of Port operations, and establish goals to maintain or reduce this footprint.
  • Explore ways to assist tenants in measuring and reducing their carbon footprint.

Objective: Continue implementation of the Clean Air Program.

  • Monitor the success of the Vessel Speed Reduction Program.
  • Continue work on shore power installation.
  • Implement a tenant-owned cargo handling equipment retrofit and/or replacement program that maximizes available/potential funding.

 


 

GP_SBPSustainable Business Practices

Goal: Give equal weight to environmental, economic and social concerns in the decision-making process.

Objective: Increase opportunities for employees and the public to participate in the Green Port Program to learn about ways to be more sustainable.

  • Establish the Port as a drop-off location for a Community Supported Agriculture Program.
  • Increase outreach efforts as part of the Green Port Education Program.
  • Continue the Commuter Assistance Program. Objective: Expand the use of environmentally-friendly products used in Port operations.
  • Develop and implement a Green Housekeeping Standard Operating Procedure.
  • Conduct a pilot Green Purchasing Program.