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Going Green in the Library
Prepared ByJalpa Tejura
Presented ByDhanlaxmi Patel
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Reduce Waste – “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”Conserve Water, Energy & ResourcesPurchase Environment Friendly ProductsImprove Worker & Patron EnvironmentEducate Staff and PublicUse renewable energy and materials that are sustainably harvested. Protect and restore local air, water, soils, etc.
What does it mean to “Go Green”?
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United States, the non-profit organization the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) developed the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
What makes a library green?
LEED
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Must be situated in center of the location.
Location must be near to nature.
The parking area must be adequate
Must be close to the public and private places i.e. school, temples, city hall etc.
Site Selection
Library
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Store Rainwater
Connect your downspout to a rain barrel.
Reuse the water for garden.
Design waterless urinals
Recycling of wastewater through purification at a water treatment plant.
Using low flow taps in wash basins
Water Conservation
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Use fans instead of A/C.Take advantage of more windowsTake advantage of natural light.Use eco-friendly light bulbsUse Solar Energy productsUse of Wind wings.Use power strips / power saver for all electronic devices and shut them off them when not in use.
Energy Conservation
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Turn off computer or laptop after usingEncourage co worker to save electricity.Install programmable thermostat so your heat and air conditioning are only on when you need it most.
Energy Conservation
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Purchase Environment Friendly Products
Use post-industrial and post-consumer recycled materials
Learn to read labels
know the warning signs
Choose products with less harmful ingredients
Green Seal and Eco Friendly
Look for recycled content.
Building Materials
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Carpet and flooringEnvironmental Benefitsgreening indoor environmentAssure Ventilation EffectivenessDaylight and Views
Indoor Air Quality
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Start an Organic Garden
Encourage Workers
Plant environment friendly flowers
Use safe pesticides
Outdoor Air Quality.
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The Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) changed from the traditional catalogue card
Now, user can search information via OPAC and most recently, by internet
Using OPAC
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E Books
Converting the books into E books by scanning the original with that we can pass this legacy of knowledge to our future generation with the help of electronic devices like computer , mobile phones , tablet etc.
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By Putting newspaper and magazine archives online we can preserve the original one, and more people can take advantage to read it at a same time.
E Journals
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Send e-mail updates: Instead of mailing out paper newsletters, create e-mail campaigns to announce special events and keep in touch.
World Cat: Connect with other libraries around the world to share information electronically.
Hold meetings and organize training workshops online through the virtual
Take advantage of web tools and sites
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Special Events and Projects
Apply for grants
Start a paper drive
Hold recycling contests
Apply for green awards
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Stop giving out bags or reuse the bagsNo more paper receiptsSell or distribute eco-friendly bagsUse compostable or eco friendly library cardsCreate Reuse Corner
Everyday Tips
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Librarian must Conscious with Resources
The Green Library Blog : learn about green library news and to get tips on how you can improve your library.
How to Green a Library Conference: Learn how to make your next library conference or library meeting more eco-friendly.
Reducing your Carbon Footprint: Get tips on being more energy efficient and conscious of your lifestyle here.
Going Green @ Your Library: This blog has loads of excellent tips for going green in creative ways.
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Networks
Care2: is a social network that organizes people who want to make a difference by living green. TreeHugger: Learn about the latest trends in green design, food, fashion, building, travel and technology. United Nations Environment Programme: This network discusses natural disasters and global conflicts, ecosystem management, pollutants, resource efficiency, climate change, and more. EnegyStar: Learn about environmentally safe electronics, lighting solutions, heating and cooling resources, and more.
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