To facilitate this process, given the complexity of the University as an organisation and the diversity of its activities, the environmental aspects have been grouped into several environmental aspect clusters. Each of these aspect clusters is significant, although the significance of individual elements within them may vary. The significance of each of the individual elements that make up the clusters will help to inform the development of future action plans. The significant environmental aspect clusters are: Resource Efficiency (Procurement & Products): this takes into account all of the embedded carbon emissions and other environmental impacts in the products and services used by the University in its day-to-day activities. This is a core element of the life-cycle and includes emissions arising from the extraction of raw materials, manufacturing and transportation. It also includes all of the waste products that are produced as a result of procurement activity. Travel and Transport: this includes business travel by employees using their own cars as well as public transport and flights. It also includes staff and student commute. Although data for all of these elements is not currently available it is recognised that they are a significant part of the University’s overall environmental impact. Energy and this includes gas, electricity, potable water and waste water. Environmental Pollution: this includes all of the chemicals and emissions that are released to the environment through normal day to activities or as a result of accidents. It includes emissions to land, air or water including fugitive gases, spillages and toxins released through burning. Biodiversity & Landscape: this relates to the University’s interaction with the local environment including the impact of the built estate. It also includes a number of positive aspects such as the conservation work carried out by Ness Gardens and the management of biodiversity in campus green spaces. Global Impact Research and Learning: this includes the positive global impacts of sustainability – related research as well as the positive global impacts of graduates as sustainability advocates. It also includes the global, and regional impacts of the University’s role in strategic partnerships. Interested Parties ISO 14001:2015 places significant emphasis on the needs and expectations of interested parties and how these should be taken into account in the shape and development of the EMS. The needs and expectations of UoL’s interested parties have been mapped and the overall themes that have emerged are: the importance of effective communication, the timely completion of data, compliance with all legal and other requirements, strong strategic leadership and partnership working. Key interested parties for the University of Liverpool include: Undergraduates/postgraduates/researchers/ course participants
To facilitate this process, given the complexity of the University as an organisation and the diversity of its activities, the environmental aspects have been grouped into several environmental aspect clusters. Each of these aspect clusters is significant, although the significance of individual elements within them may vary. The significance of each of the individual elements that make up the clusters will help to inform the development of future action plans. The significant environmental aspect clusters are: Resource Efficiency (Procurement & Products): this takes into account all of the embedded carbon emissions and other environmental impacts in the products and services used by the University in its day-to-day activities. This is a core element of the life-cycle and includes emissions arising from the extraction of raw materials, manufacturing and transportation. It also includes all of the waste products that are produced as a result of procurement activity. Travel and Transport: this includes business travel by employees using their own cars as well as public transport and flights. It also includes staff and student commute. Although data for all of these elements is not currently available it is recognised that they are a significant part of the University’s overall environmental impact. Energy and this includes gas, electricity, potable water and waste water. Environmental Pollution: this includes all of the chemicals and emissions that are released to the environment through normal day to activities or as a result of accidents. It includes emissions to land, air or water including fugitive gases, spillages and toxins released through burning. Biodiversity & Landscape: this relates to the University’s interaction with the local environment including the impact of the built estate. It also includes a number of positive aspects such as the conservation work carried out by Ness Gardens and the management of biodiversity in campus green spaces. Global Impact – Research and Learning: this includes the positive global impacts of sustainability related research as well as the positive global impacts of graduates as sustainability advocates. It also includes the global, and regional impacts of the University’s role in strategic partnerships. Interested Parties ISO 14001:2015 places significant emphasis on the needs and expectations of interested parties and how these should be taken into account in the shape and development of the EMS. The needs and expectations of UoL’s interested parties have been mapped and the overall themes that have emerged are: the importance of effective communication, the timely completion of data, compliance with all legal and other requirements, strong strategic leadership and partnership working. Key interested parties for the University of Liverpool include: Undergraduates/postgraduates/researchers/ course participants
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