UC IRVINE ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES & PROCEDURES

Policy on Conservation and Management of Energy and Water Resources issued by the Chancellor on August 4, 1977

Statement on Energy Conservation issued by the Chancellor on January 14, 1983

Long-term conservation and management practices must ensure efficient utilization of energy and water resources in support of the educational and research mission of the University. The Assistant Vice Chancellor-Facilities Management, under the direction of the Vice Chancellor-Administrative and Business Services, is responsible for improving energy delivery systems and developing new energy-saving programs.

A. Excessive Utilities Use

In general, utilities are provided for state-funded programs and activities by Facilities Management without charge, unless consumption for a specific program or activity significantly exceeds the average consumption for similar activities. In such a case, consumption is recharged.

B. Once-Through Domestic Water

The use of once-through domestic water for equipment cooling is prohibited. Any equipment requiring cooling must be connected to the campus chilled water distribution system.

C. Utilities Cost Considerations

Renovations, alterations, and installations of major equipment must consider the cost of utilities in their life cycle analysis in their design and equipment selection.