To help my department and UNMC save energy and natural resources, I personally pledge to do the following on a regular basis: (select your job type to view pledge options)

• Shut down the computer at the end of EVERY WORKDAY (except for Mondays & Wednesdays per the recommendation of the IT Department)

• Turn off the lights when enough natural light exists and when leaving an unoccupied room

• Turn off computer monitors when not in use

• Turn off computer monitors when not in use and at the end of the day

• Print double-sided when using the printer or copier (unless single-sided is specifically required)

• Turn off non-essential equipment when not in use (i.e., equipment that does NOT compromise patient safety)

• Take the stairs instead of using the elevator

• Close fume hood sashes when not in use

• Turn off non-essential lab equipment when not in use

• Use reusable items while on campus such as mugs, water bottles, lunch containers, utensils, and plates

• Use reusable items at work such as mugs, water bottles, lunch containers, utensils, and plates

• Open doors manually rather than using the handicap entrance button (unless necessary)

• Turn off projectors when not in use

• Turn off computer monitors when patient rooms are vacant

• Collect all recyclable items and place them into the appropriate collection receptacles

• Use cold water when cleaning (unless hot water is specifically required)

• Reduce unnecessary linen use by following the protocols of the Green Linen program

• Turn off the lights when leaving unoccupied rooms, coolers, freezers, and storage areas

• Turn off non-essential kitchen equipment when not in use and at the end of the day

• Close the lid on braisers when not in use

• Use and heat only the sections of the charbroiler and griddle that are necessary

• Encourage colleagues to take this pledge

• Turn off “non-essential” equipment when not in use (i.e., equipment that does not compromise the safety of employees, volunteers, visitors, wildlife, or protected plants)

• Recycle paper, plastics (grades 1 – 6), aluminum cans, and “flattened” cardboard boxes by placing the used items in a recycling bin

• Shut off gas-powered Zoo vehicles when parked or stopped for more than 30 seconds

• Use a reusable/washable cloth to clean instead of paper towels when applicable

• Use reusable items at work for personal use, such as mugs, water bottles, lunch containers, utensils, and plates

• Turn off non-essential kitchen, concession, and/or catering equipment when not in use

• Open doors manually rather than using the automatic door button (unless necessary)

• When watering plants ensure that the water is directed toward the correct, natural areas and not falling on hard/concrete surfaces

• Shut down the computer at the end of every workday

• During day and evening rounds, turn off indoor lights in unoccupied rooms and outdoor lights that are unnecessary for safety and animal-health reasons

• Turn off “non-essential” office equipment and appliances when not in use (i.e., printer/copier, coffee maker, etc.)

• Encourage colleagues to take this pledge