Wildflowers on the east end of the SLAC campus. (Image courtesy of Dwight Harbaugh.)

SLAC's Efforts in Sustainability

by Micki DeCamara

Environmental protection programs have been in place at SLAC since the early 1980s. These programs have classically focused on the protection of our air, land and water through improvements in chemical waste storage, handling and disposal, and the remediation of legacy spills. Work is now accelerating quickly under the broader umbrella of sustainability.

SLAC's efforts are further encouraged by Executive Order 13423–Strengthening Federal Environment, Energy and Transportation Management, signed by the President on January 24, 2007, which requires federal agencies to meet a number of sustainable goals in the areas of fleet operation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, water consumption, electronics stewardship, "green" purchasing, sustainable construction and continued reduction of toxic chemicals and waste (read a summary of the Executive Order requirements here).

The Department of Energy (DOE) is working on a number of initiatives and DOE Order revisions to ensure implementation of the Executive Order requirements throughout the agency. Although DOE Order revisions are not yet finalized, SLAC is already moving forward with a number of sustainability programs and goal setting this fiscal year through our Environmental Management System process. Read more...

Living La Dulce Vida, the Sweet Life

by Matt Cunningham

Beekeeping is one of the uniting factors for Salvador Delgado (right) and his family.

Salvador Delgado's job with the fabrication group requires extensive adaptability—welding one day and plumbing another. He shrugs off his work's unpredictable quality as if it were nothing, which it is, when compared to this maintenance maestro's roles outside of work.

Delgado is a Special Olympics volunteer and hobbyist beekeeper. Two things seemingly unrelated, but for Delgado they are both direct extensions of family.

"Families need to stick together," he said. "That's where every community begins."

Delgado and his 17-year-old son, who was born with Down syndrome, have both been involved in the Special Olympics for 15 years. Delgado plays the role of coach, while his son, who learned to swim before he could walk, participates in bowling and swimming.

"Anyone looking to have a great time and see kids really enjoying themselves should think about taking part in this," said Delgado.

Save the Date:
Ice Cream on the Green

by Kelen Tuttle

The PEP-II Storage Ring.
(Image courtesy of Peter Ginter)

The BaBar collaboration wishes to thank the PEP-II team and laboratory staff for a decade of data from the B-Factory. On April 7, the collaboration will host an ice cream social at 2:30 p.m. on the main lawn.

Brief remarks will be given by Persis Drell, Hassan Jawahery, David MacFarlane, Jonathan Dorfan and John Seeman. Ice cream sundaes will be served.

Mark your calendars now!

Conservation Tip
of the Week

by John Steward

Steam technology appliances—which can reduce energy and water usage—are becoming more readily available.

Whirlpool manufactures a steam-based clothes washer that claims a 73% reduction in water usage and a 77% reduction in operating energy when compared to top-load washers manufactured just four years ago. As a result of the new "spin-speed cycle," more water is extracted from the clothes thus limiting the time required for drying and increasing savings.

Another area where steam is making an impact is in dishwashing. The KitchenAid steam dishwasher is boasting savings of up to 2,400 gallons of water over the life of the appliance. If you're in the market, you may want to consider the steam technology alternative.

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March 19: (12:30 p.m.) SASS: Measurement of beta in charmless B decays, J. Thompson
March 19: (1:30 p.m.) AIS: Stephen Derenzo presents The Quest for New Radiation Detector Material

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Wildflowers on the east end of the SLAC campus. (Image courtesy of Dwight Harbaugh.) SLAC's Efforts in Sustainability by Micki DeCamara Environmental protection programs have been in place at SLAC since the early 1980s. These programs have classically focused on the protection of our air, land and water through improvements in chemical waste storage, handling and disposal, and the remediation of legacy spills. Work is now accelerating quickly under the broader umbrella of sustainability. SLAC's efforts are further encouraged by Executive Order 13423–Strengthening Federal Environment, Energy and Transportation Management, signed by the President on January 24, 2007, which requires federal agencies to meet a number of sustainable goals in the areas of fleet operation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, water consumption, electronics stewardship, "green" purchasing, sustainable construction and continued reduction of toxic chemicals and waste (read a summary of the Executive Order requirements here). The Department of Energy (DOE) is working on a number of initiatives and DOE Order revisions to ensure implementation of the Executive Order requirements throughout the agency. Although DOE Order revisions are not yet finalized, SLAC is already moving forward with a number of sustainability programs and goal setting this fiscal year through our Environmental Management System process. Read more...

Living La Dulce Vida, the Sweet Life by Matt Cunningham Beekeeping is one of the uniting factors for Salvador Delgado (right) and his family. Salvador Delgado's job with the fabrication group requires extensive adaptability—welding one day and plumbing another. He shrugs off his work's unpredictable quality as if it were nothing, which it is, when compared to this maintenance maestro's roles outside of work. Delgado is a Special Olympics volunteer and hobbyist beekeeper. Two things seemingly unrelated, but for Delgado they are both direct extensions of family. "Families need to stick together," he said. "That's where every community begins." Delgado and his 17-year-old son, who was born with Down syndrome, have both been involved in the Special Olympics for 15 years. Delgado plays the role of coach, while his son, who learned to swim before he could walk, participates in bowling and swimming. "Anyone looking to have a great time and see kids really enjoying themselves should think about taking part in this," said Delgado. Read more...	Save the Date: Ice Cream on the Green by Kelen Tuttle The PEP-II Storage Ring. (Image courtesy of Peter Ginter) The BaBar collaboration wishes to thank the PEP-II team and laboratory staff for a decade of data from the B-Factory. On April 7, the collaboration will host an ice cream social at 2:30 p.m. on the main lawn. Brief remarks will be given by Persis Drell, Hassan Jawahery, David MacFarlane, Jonathan Dorfan and John Seeman. Ice cream sundaes will be served. Mark your calendars now! Conservation Tip of the Week by John Steward Steam technology appliances—which can reduce energy and water usage—are becoming more readily available. Whirlpool manufactures a steam-based clothes washer that claims a 73% reduction in water usage and a 77% reduction in operating energy when compared to top-load washers manufactured just four years ago. As a result of the new "spin-speed cycle," more water is extracted from the clothes thus limiting the time required for drying and increasing savings. Another area where steam is making an impact is in dishwashing. The KitchenAid steam dishwasher is boasting savings of up to 2,400 gallons of water over the life of the appliance. If you're in the market, you may want to consider the steam technology alternative.	Events March 19: (12:30 p.m.) SASS: Measurement of beta in charmless B decays, J. Thompson March 19: (1:30 p.m.) AIS: Stephen Derenzo presents The Quest for New Radiation Detector Material Access (see all) Alpine Gate & PEP Ring Road closed Gates 17 & 30 open 24-7 Research Yard bisected Announcements (see all \| submit) Lab Announcements SLAC Workshop - Retirement Savings Plans: A Refresher Learning & Development Class Offerings - Stanford Campus Symposium to Celebrate Pief Panofsky Community Bulletin Board Register Now for Spring HIP Classes History Channel to Feature LHC - Update Stanford University Faculty and Staff Help Center News (see all \| submit) CERN Opens Its Doors to the World Interactions.org Flipping Particle Could Explain Missing Antimatter New Scientist Chemical Engineers Discover New Way to Control Motion of Fluid Particles University of Texas
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