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Greening Government Operations (GGO)

Overview

The GGO supplementary table applies to departments and agencies bound by the Federal Sustainable Development Act, the Policy on Green Procurement, or the Policy Framework for Offsetting Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Major International Events.

Please note:

  • RPP refers to Reports on Plans and Priorities and represents planned / expected results.
  • DPR refers to Departmental Performance Reports and represents actual results.

Green Building Targets


8.1 As of April 1, 2012, and pursuant to departmental strategic frameworks, new construction and build-to-lease projects, and major renovation projects, will achieve an industry-recognized level of high environmental performance1.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Number of completed new construction, build-to-lease and major renovation projects in the given fiscal year, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011-12) N/A  
Number of completed new construction, build-to-lease and major renovation projects that have achieved an industry-recognized level of high environmental performance in the given fiscal year, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Existence of strategic framework. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) N/A  

Strategies / Comments

  1. DND will develop a strategic framework that responds to the relevant requirements of this target by 1 April 2012.


8.2 As of April 1, 2012, and pursuant to departmental strategic frameworks, existing crown buildings over 1000m2 will be assessed for environmental performance using an industry-recognized assessment tool2.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Number of buildings over 1000m2, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Percentage of buildings over 1000m2 that have been assessed using an industry-recognized assessment tool, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Existence of strategic framework. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) N/A  

Strategies / Comments

  1. DND will develop a strategic framework that responds to the relevant requirements of this target by 1 April 2012.


8.3 As of April 1, 2012, and pursuant to departmental strategic frameworks, new lease or lease renewal projects over 1000m2, where the Crown is the major lessee, will be assessed for environmental performance using an industry-recognized assessment tool3.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Number of completed lease and lease renewal projects over 1000m2 in the given fiscal year, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Number of completed lease and lease renewal projects over 1000m2 that were assessed using an industry-recognized assessment tool in the given fiscal year, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Existence of strategic framework. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) N/A  

Strategies / Comments

  1. DND will develop a strategic framework that responds to the relevant requirements of this target by 1 April 2012.


8.4 As of April 1, 2012, and pursuant to departmental strategic frameworks, fit-up and refit projects will achieve an industry-recognized level of high environmental performance4.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Number of completed fit-up and refit projects in the given fiscal year, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Number of completed fit-up and refit projects that have achieved an industry-recognized level of high environmental performance in the given fiscal year, as per departmental strategic framework. (Optional in FY 2011–12) N/A  
Existence of strategic framework. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) N/A  

Strategies / Comments

  1. DND will develop a strategic framework that responds to the relevant requirements of this target by 1 April 2012.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target


8.5 The federal government will take action now to reduce levels of greenhouse gas emissions from its operations to match the national target of 17% below 2005 by 2020.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Departmental GHG reduction target: Percentage of absolute reduction in GHG emissions by fiscal year 2020–21, relative to fiscal year 2005–06. 10%  
Departmental GHG emissions in fiscal year 2005–06, in kilotonnes of CO2 equivalent. 744  
Departmental GHG emissions in the given fiscal year, in kilotonnes of CO2 equivalent. FY 2011–12 736  
FY 2012–13    
FY 2013–14    
FY 2014–15    
FY 2015–16    
FY 2016–17    
FY 2017–18    
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FY 2019–20    
FY 2020–21    
Percent change in departmental GHG emissions from fiscal year 2005–2006 to the end of the given fiscal year. FY 2011–12 1%  
FY 2012–13    
FY 2013–14    
FY 2014–15    
FY 2015–16    
FY 2016–17    
FY 2017–18    
FY 2018–19    
FY 2019–20    
FY 2020–21    

Strategies / Comments

Scope: Targeted GHG emissions sources to include facilities and commercial fleets. DND operational fleet (i.e. National Safety and Security Fleet - military-pattern vehicles, ships and aircraft) and Private Married Quarters are excluded.


Surplus Electronic and Electrical Equipment Target


8.6 By March 31, 2014, each department will reuse or recycle all surplus electronic and electrical equipment (EEE) in an environmentally sound and secure manner.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Existence of implementation plan for the disposal of all departmentally-generated EEE. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) N/A  
Total number of departmental locations with EEE implementation plan fully implemented, expressed as a percentage of all locations, by the end of the given fiscal year. FY 2011–12 15%  
FY 2012–13    
FY 2013–14    

Strategies / Comments

  1. DND/CF will reaffirm and revise existing disposal policies and procedures to ensure government policies are being followed at all DND/CF locations.

Printing Unit Reduction Target


8.7 By March 31, 2013, each department will achieve an 8:1 average ratio of office employees to printing units. Departments will apply target where building occupancy levels, security considerations, and space configuration allow.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Ratio of departmental office employees to printing units in fiscal year 2010–11, where building occupancy levels, security considerations and space configuration allow. (Optional) N/A  
Ratio of departmental office employees to printing units at the end of the given fiscal year, where building occupancy levels, security considerations and space configuration allow. FY 2011–12 6:1  
FY 2012–13    
FY 2013–14    

Strategies / Comments

  1. Definition: Printing units are defined as unclassified network printers.
  2. Scope: Includes all buildings where space configurations and occupancy levels allow it. While some buildings may have a smaller ratio due to building occupancy or security considerations, on average, the Department will meet this target for all office employees.
  3. Method for determining printing resources: Information Technology asset management databases will be used to capture Information Technology equipment.
  4. Processes: During FY 2011/12 and 2012/13, the results of the Defence printer rationalization study will be implemented. Multifunctional devices will be progressively leveraged to obtain an 8:1 ratio.

Paper Consumption Target


8.8 By March 31, 2014, each department will reduce internal paper consumption per office employee by 20%. Each department will establish a baseline between 2005–2006 and 2011–2012, and applicable scope.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Number of sheets of internal office paper purchased or consumed per office employee in the baseline year selected, as per departmental scope. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) N/A  
Cumulative reduction (or increase) in paper consumption, expressed as a percentage, relative to baseline year selected. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) FY 2011–12 N/A  
FY 2012–13    
FY 2013–14    

Strategies / Comments

  1. In fiscal year 11/12, DND will develop an appropriate baseline for paper consumption, scope, tracking methodologies and implementation strategies to begin to address paper consumption.

Green Meetings Target


8.9 By March 31, 2012, each department will adopt a guide for greening meetings.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Presence of a green meeting guide. (Optional in RPP 2011–12) No  

Strategies / Comments

  1. A guide for green meetings will be adopted by 31 March 2012.

Green Procurement Targets

8.10 As of April 1, 2011, each department will establish at least 3 SMART green procurement targets to reduce environmental impacts.


DND/CF will procure green vehicles for the light commercial fleet where it is cost-effective and operationally feasible.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Percentage of light commercial vehicles procured each year will be green vehicles where it is cost-effective and operationally feasible. N/A  
Progress against measure in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. 5%  

Strategies / Comments

  1. Where it is cost-effective and operationally feasible, DND/CF will increase the number of green vehicles while reducing the number of non-green vehicles through normal attrition.
  2. Commands and fleet managers will be educated on the importance of greening the fleet, through national training events, conferences, and workshops, and encourage procurement of green vehicles and greener fleet management practices.


DND/CF will implement the conversion to an environmentally friendly hydraulic fluid common within the 15 aircraft fleets by March 31, 2014.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Percentage of the 15 aircraft fleets introducing and utilizing environmental friendly hydraulic fluid. N/A  
Progress against measure in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. 20%  

Strategies / Comments

  1. DND/CF will convert from the current fluid to an environmentally friendly hydraulic fluid in 15 existing aircraft fleets.


DND/CF will apply best practices to eliminate from use or restrict in application specified, nationally managed high-risk hazardous materials identified by 31 December each year based upon Risk Management Actions from Environment Canada and Health Canada.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Percentage of specified high-risk hazardous materials to be eliminated from use or restricted in application. N/A  
Progress against measure in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. 30%  

Strategies / Comments

  1. A screening process has been developed to identify and to prioritize high-risk hazardous materials based on their inherent health, safety, and environmental properties.

8.11 As of April 1, 2011, each department will establish SMART targets for training, employee performance evaluations, and management processes and controls, as they pertain to procurement decision-making.


Training for Select Employees.

All current DND/CF employees and members performing Financial Administration Act (FAA) Sections 32 and 34 responsibilities will complete the Green Procurement Course.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Percentage of DND/CF employees and members performing FAA Sections 32 & 34 responsibilities with green procurement training, expressed as a percentage of employees and members, by the end of the given fiscal year. N/A  
Progress against measure in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. 100%  

Strategies / Comments

  1. Green Procurement modules will be incorporated into key on-line & existing Materiel Acquisition and Support procurement course content.


Employee performance evaluations for managers and functional heads of procurement and materiel management.

Green Procurement Objectives will be part of the Performance Management Agreements for relevant personnel.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Percentage of relevant personnel to include commitments to Departmental Green Procurement Objectives within their Annual Performance Management Agreements.   N/A
Progress against measure in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. 100%  

Strategies / Comments

  1. Relevant personnel are defined as the Assistant Deputy Minister of Material and the Director General of Materiel Systems and Supply Chain.


Management processes and controls.

DND/CF will have in place policies that enable departmental personnel to perform and enforce best practices related to Materiel, Acquisition and Support functions by March 31, 2014.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Target Status  
Percentage of key DND/CF policies updated to incorporate best practices in Materiel, Acquisition and Support. N/A  
Progress against measure in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. 10%  

Strategies / Comments

  1. Continuous improvements to policies, procedures and best practices within DND/CF to enhance performance.
  2. Key policies relate only to the Materiel Acquisition and Support functions.
  3. Address Green Procurement requirements in the annual Materiel Acquisition and Support Functional Planning Guidance to all Assistant Deputy Minister and equivalent organizations.
  4. Include requirement to support Green Procurement initiatives in the annual Materiel Letter of Attestation (attestation required from all Assistant Deputy Minister and equivalent organizations).

Reporting on the Purchases of Offset Credits


Mandatory reporting on the purchase of greenhouse gas emissions offset credits, as per the Policy Framework for Offsetting Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Major International Events, should be reported here.
Performance Measure RPP DPR
Quantity of emissions offset in the given fiscal year. (Optional for all RPPs) N/A  

Strategies / Comments

  1. National Defence does not plan to purchase emissions offset in the given fiscal year.

Notes:

  • 1 This would be demonstrated by achieving LEED NC Silver, Green Globes Design 3 Globes, or equivalent.

  • 2 Assessment tools include: BOMA BESt, Green Globes or equivalent.

  • 3 Assessment tools include: BOMA BESt, an appropriately tailored BOMA International Green Lease Standard, or equivalent.

  • 4 This would be demonstrated by achieving LEED CI Silver, Green Globes Fit-Up 3 Globes, or equivalent.



Date Modified: 2012-04-24
 
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