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Focus on the Future 2016 – December 6, 2016By Tom Tracy, PE, ENV SP

TRC Engineers, Inc.

Sustainability Rating Systems for Transportation Projects

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Sustainability & Transportation

Improving Highways

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Making Transit Connections

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Building Active Transportation Projects

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Tools for Planning and Building Sustainable Projects

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What is Sustainability?

Sustainability gives consideration to three primary principles: Social, Environmental, and Economic

The intersection is know as the “Triple Bottom Line”

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What is Sustainability?

Satisfy social and economic needs, both present and future, and the responsible use of natural resources, all while maintaining or improving the well-being of the environment.

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A project which satisfies the needed movement of people and goods while reducing negative impacts to the community, environment and natural resources.

Or, going one step further

A project which satisfies the needed movement of people and goods while IMPROVING the community and RESTORING the environment and natural resources.

What is a Sustainable Transportation Project?

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What is a Sustainable Transportation Project?

It’s NOT Just Streetcars, Brick Crosswalks and Street Furnishings!

Sustainability is Measurable!

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Sustainability is measured through rating or certification systems

Rating systems have been developed at the national, state and local levels

The rating systems have been developed by academia, government and private entities

The rating systems provide very good guidance about what to DO to incorporate sustainable concepts

The Rating Systems

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The Rating Systems

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The Rating Systems

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For FHWA, a sustainable approach to highways considers:

– Access (not just mobility)– Movement of people and goods (not just

vehicles)– Provision of transportation choices, such as safe

and comfortable routes for walking, bicycling, and transit

The Rating Systems - INVEST

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For FHWA, a sustainable approach to highways considers:

– Efficient use of funding– Incentives for construction quality– Regional air quality and climate change– Environmental management systems, among

other considerations


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Supporting the Entire Life Cycle


System Planning (State or

Regional) & Processes

Project Development

Operations & Maintenance

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System Planning– 17 Criteria

Project Development– 33 Criteria

Operations & Maintenance

– 14 Criteria

Visit: www.sustainablehighways.org

http://www.sustainablehighways.org/

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System Planning for States Criteria by Sustainability Principle

Criterion Number and Title

SPS-01: Integrated Planning: Economic Development and Land Use

SPS-02: Integrated Planning: Natural Environment

SPS-03: Integrated Planning: Social

SPS-04: Integrated Planning: Bonus

SPS-05: Access and Affordability

SPS-06: Safety Planning

SPS-07: Multimodal Transportation and Public Health

SPS-08: Freight and Goods Access & Mobility

SPS-09: Travel Demand Management

SPS-10: Air Quality & Emissions

SPS-11: Energy and Fuels

SPS-12: Financial Sustainability

SPS-13: Analysis Methods

SPS-14: Transportation Systems Management and Operations

SPS-15: Linking Asset Management and Planning

SPS-16: Infrastructure Resiliency

SPS-17: Linking Planning and NEPA

FHWA Demos

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The Rating Systems – Greenroads®

Visit: www.greenroads.org

The Greenroads® Rating System challenges Project Teams to go above and beyond minimum environmental, social and economic practices with an independent, third-party review.

It is administered by the 501c3 nonprofit organization, Greenroads International.

http://www.greenroads.org/

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61 credits in the current version of the Greenroads® Rating System (Version 2.0)

Within the 61 credits, there are 12 mandatory “Project Requirements”


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“Project Requirements” span project lifecycle:– Early environmental planning– Social and community decision-making– Economic considerations– Construction planning– Operational management


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Also includes 45 voluntary credits arranged in 5 Core Categories:

– Environment & Water (10 credits, up to 30 pts)– Construction Activities (11 credits, up to 20 pts)– Materials & Design (6 credits, up to 24 pts)– Utilities & Controls (8 credits, up to 20 pts)– Access & Livability (10 credits, up to 21 pts)


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Greenroads® has a membership structure

Free to sign up to receive information

Non-members can purchase manual for small fee


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Currently, there are four certification levels:

– Bronze– Silver– Gold– Evergreen


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The Rating Systems – ENVISIONTM

Visit: www. sustainableinfrastructure.org



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Envision Applies to All Civil Infrastructure Addresses Planning, Design, Construction and

Maintenance Applicable At Any Point in an Infrastructure Project's

Life Cycle Speaks to the Triple Bottom Line: Social, Economic

and Environmental Goals



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60 Credits in 5 Categories Currently, there are four certification levels:

– Bronze– Silver– Gold– Platinum



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Purpose, Community, Wellbeing

Siting, Land and Water, Biodiversity

Materials, Energy, Water

Collaboration, Management, Planning

Emission, Resilience

QUALITYOF LIFE

LEADERSHIP

RESOURCEALLOCATION

NATURALWORLDCLIMATEAND RISK

ENVISIONTM

CREDIT LIST

NATURAL WORLD15 Credits

1 SITINGNW1.1 Preserve Prime Habitat

NW1.2 Protect Wetlands & Surface

Water NW1.3 Preserve Prime Farmland

NW1.4 Avoid Adverse Geology

NW1.5 Preserve Floodplain

Functions

NW1.6 Avoid Unsuitable Development on Steep

Slopes NW1.7 Preserve Greenfields

2 LAND+WATERNW2.1 Manage Stormwater

NW2.2 Reduce Pesticide & Fertilizer Impacts

NW2.3 Prevent Surface & Groundwater

Contamination

3 BIODIVERSITY

NW3.1 Preserve Species

Biodiversity NW3.2 Control Invasive

Species NW3.3 Restore Disturbed

Soils

NW3.4 Maintain Wetland & Surface Water FunctionsNW0.0 Innovate or Exceed Credit Requirements

RESOURCE ALLOCATION14 Credits

1 MATERIALSRA1.1 Reduce Net Embodied Energy

RA1.2 Support Sustainable Procurement

Practices RA1.3 Use Recycled Materials

RA1.4 Use Regional Materials

RA1.5 Divert Waste From

Landfills

RA1.6 Reduce Excavated Materials Taken Off

Site RA1.7 Provide For Deconstruction &

Recycling2 ENERGY

RA2.1 Reduce Energy

Consumption RA2.2 Use

Renewable Energy

RA2.3 Commission & Monitor Energy Systems3 WATER

RA3.1 Protect Fresh Water Availability

RA3.2 Reduce Potable Water

Consumption RA3.3 Monitor Water

SystemsRA0.0 Innovate or Exceed Credit Requirements

CLIMATE AND RISK8 Credits

1 EMISSIONS

CR1.1 Reduce Greenhouse Gas

Emissions CR1.2 Reduce Air Pollutant

Emissions

2 RESILIENCE

CR2.1 Assess Climate Threat

CR2.2 Avoid Traps &

Vulnerabilities

CR2.3 Prepare For Long-Term

Adaptability CR2.4 Prepare For Short-

Term Hazards CR2.5 Manage Heat

Island EffectsCR0.0 Innovate or Exceed Credit Requirements

QUALITY OF LIFE13 Credits

1 PURPOSE

QL1.1 Improve Community Quality of Life

QL1.2 Stimulate Sustainable Growth &

Development QL1.3 Develop Local Skills &

Capabilities

2 WELLBEING

QL2.1 Enhance Public Health &

Safety QL2.2 Minimize Noise and

Vibration QL2.3 Minimize Light

Pollution

QL2.4 Improve Community Mobility & Access

QL2.5 Encourage Alternative Modes of

Transportation QL2.6 Improve Site Accessibility,

Safety & Wayfinding3 COMMUNITY

QL3.1 Preserve Historic & Cultural

Resources QL3.2 Preserve Views & Local

Character QL3.3 Enhance Public Space

QL0.0 Innovate or Exceed Credit Requirements

LEADERSHIP

10 Credits

1 COLLABORATION

LD1.1 Provide Effective Leadership &

Commitment LD1.2 Establish A Sustainability

Management System LD1.3 Foster Collaboration

& Teamwork

LD1.4 Provide for Stakeholder Involvement

2 MANAGEMENT

LD2.1 Pursue By-Product Synergy

Opportunities LD2.2 Improve Infrastructure

Integration

3 PLANNING

LD3.1 Plan For Long-Term Monitoring &

Maintenance LD3.2 Address Conflicting

Regulations & Policies LD3.3 Extend Useful Life

LD0.0 Innovate or Exceed Credit Requirements

www.sustainableinfrastructure.org Institute For Sustainable Infrastructure 1275 K Street, NW, Suite 750

Washington, DC 20005

http://www.sustainableinfrastructure.org/





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ISI has a membership structure for individuals, agencies and corporations

Free ISI website account ENVISION Guidance

Manual Free with ISI website account



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Attributes* FHWA Invest Greenroads® ISI Envision

Guidance on Sustainable Strategies Provides Transparent Benchmarking Number of Review Major Categories 3 5 5Total Number of Criteria in all Categories 64 61 60Opportunity for Project Recognition ** Third-Party Verification Available Access to Guidance Free $ FreeTypes of Projects Rated Transp. Transp. All

No. of Projects Recognized 30 case studies 36 23 (6)

The Rating Systems - Summary

* Based on available information December 2016 from:www.sustainablehighways.orgwww.greenroads.orgwww.sustainableinfrastructure.org

** Achievement Levels

http://www.sustainablehighways.org/



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The Rating Systems - Summary

Incorporate Sustainable Strategies Apply a Consistent, Transparent Approach Benchmark and Track Infrastructure Performance Help decision makers and project teams:

– Address Community Priorities – Meet Sustainability Goals– Evaluate Environmental Benefits– Guide Decisions and Design

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What’s Next?

Question 1:What Type of Transportation Project do You Have?

Question 2:What’s Your Goal? – Planning a New Project – Take a Project’s “Temperature”– Receive 3rd Party Recognition

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What’s Next?

Do the right project&

Do the project right

Look for ways toImprove the CommunityRestore the Environment

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TRC’s Sustainability Strategy

Planet: TRC’s Vision – We will solve the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live…

People: Our people are central to our ability to solve our clients’ challenges while driving profitable growth.

Prosperity: When we solve our clients’ challenges we drive profitable growth for TRC AND prosperity for all stakeholders.

Staying in business over the long haul while creating value for future generations.

Our “Triple Bottom Line” perspective

Questions?Tom Tracy, PE, ENV SPP: 916-366-0632 | E: [email protected]

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INVESThttps://www.sustainablehighways.org/779/case-studies.html

Greenroads®https://www.greenroads.org/portfolio

ENVISIONhttp://sustainableinfrastructure.org/case-study/

Example Projects

https://www.sustainablehighways.org/779/case-studies.html

https://www.sustainablehighways.org/779/case-studies.html

https://www.greenroads.org/portfolio

https://www.greenroads.org/portfolio

http://sustainableinfrastructure.org/case-study/

http://sustainableinfrastructure.org/case-study/

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