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The University of Queensland acknowledges the importance of water as an essential resource for successfully meeting its operational objectives. The University also realises the need to use this resource responsibly in a manner that is sustainable and complementary to its Environmental Management Policy.

 

 

In addressing this statement, the University will:

 

·         Incorporate water efficiency measures into all new and refurbished facilities through best practice in water efficient design, the selection and sizing of plant and equipment, systems and other water infrastructure;

·         Maintain all plant and equipment, and control and manage systems and water infrastructure in such a way as to maximise efficiency;

·         Monitor and report on the University’s water consumption at micro and macro levels and identify and implement opportunities for improved water efficiency;

·         Promote awareness of the responsibility for water conservation to faculties, institutes, schools, centres, divisions, sections and individuals;

·         Pursue the use of alternate water sources to supplement potable water use;

·         Strive to meet our obligations as a member of the Global Community including legislative requirements and minimising environmental impact; and

·         Strive to procure, distribute and maintain water resources at the lowest cost while addressing the items above.

The Property and Facilities Division has the additional responsibilities of:

 

·         Acquisition of water;

·         Design and construction of new, and maintenance of existing facilities and their fixed water infrastructure;

·         Identification, development and implementation of awareness programs and

·         Making available funding to support water conservation measures.

 
UQ Business Units within their area of influence are encouraged to:

 

·         Purchase water efficient plant and equipment;

·         Consume water responsibly and within the South East Queensland Water restrictions;

·         Ensure that every individual within the Business Unit is aware of this policy and their responsibilities to conserve water;

·         Ensure that any third parties are accountable for the use of any water within The University of Queensland;

·         Support, where appropriate, courses and programs, and research of alternate water sources, treatment, plant and equipment, systems and other water infrastructure; and

·         Make available funding to support water conservation measures.

The University Community is encouraged to:

 

·         Use water in an efficient manner, including the operation of personal equipment and environment;

·         Report any water leaks to the Property & Facilities Works Control Centre; and

·         Comply with any policies and procedures for water management university wide and in their local area.