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Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP)

In partnership with the 可持续发展办公室 and 设施, University of Idaho Golf Course is actively pursuing certification through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP), an award-winning program that recognizes golf courses who prioritize environmental protection and natural heritage preservation.

This comprehensive program requires action in six key areas:

  • Site Assessment/Environmental Planning
  • Wildlife and Habitat Management
  • Chemical Use Reduction and 安全
  • 节约用水
  • 水 Quality Management
  • 外展及教育

目前, University of Idaho has gained certification for Environmental Planning, and is working to achieve total certification in all six areas. Certification in the Wildlife and Habitat Management area is expected by December of 2024.

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The U of I Golf Course hosts many species of trees, birds and mammals. In partnership with the ACSP, Golf Course can become a leader in responsible recreation.

Learn more about the areas below:

To gain certification in this area, University of Idaho must conduct a site assessment on the golf course and develop a map that features wildlife habitats, natural resources and management zones. Golf course staff must be trained in environmental performance and techniques relating to environmental quality. Goals and priorities must be set, managed and tracked to ensure steady progress.

状态:完成

To gain certification in this area, University of Idaho must identify key habitats and species as well as potential habitat threats or concerns on the golf course grounds. 工作人员 must be trained to understand management practices that will enhance habitat and biodiversity while working to eliminate practices that could have adverse impacts. The native plant community and ecoregion must be identified and supported, and an on-going inventory of bird and mammal species must be maintained to track wildlife interactions with the property.

Status: In progress, expected December 2024

To gain certification in this area, University of Idaho must meet state regulations for chemical storage, 处理, 应用及处置. 工作人员 must be trained in the potential risks to human and ecological health of chemical manufacturing, 使用, 贮存及处置. The University of Idaho has completed a published Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management Plan to identify and limit 使用 of harmful landscaping chemicals on campus.

状态:TBD

To gain certification in this area, University of Idaho must prioritize water conservation in management practices and train all related staff on conservation techniques. All water sources 使用d for irrigation and drinking water must be identified and the irrigation system must be actively operated and managed correctly.

Status: In Progress, expected by December 2024

To gain certification in this area, University of Idaho must protect the water quality on and off golf courses and train staff in best management practices related to water quality protection and pollution prevention. The watershed location and runoff patterns must be identified.

状态:TBD

To gain certification in this area, University of Idaho must provide educational and outreach opportunities related to environmental management practices and conservation techniques to the staff, golf course members and the general community. Regular progress updates, partnering with neighboring properties and creating opportunities for community participation are encouraged.

状态:TBD

For more information about this certification, contact uofi-sustainability@fcisaltproducts.com.

via Office of the President

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851校园博士.
莫斯科,号码83844-3151

电话:208-310-5985

电子邮件: uofi-sustainability@fcisaltproducts.com

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