PCC Sustainability Council (PSC)

Alex de Roode, Sustainability Manager

PSC Subcommittees

Buildings & Engergy
Chair: Laura Ward, Energy Resource Conservation Manager
Transportation
Chair: John Garner, Manager of Parking & Transportation Services
Consumption & Solid Waste
Chair: Charlie Geiger, Associate Custodial Manager for Extended Learning Centers
Food
Chair: Dianna Benting, Manager of Fodd & Vending Services
Sustainability in Education
Chair: Lutgarda Cowan, Instructor of Composition and Literature
Community Outreach
Chair: Russell Banks, Marketing Manager for Institutional Advancement
Tracking Progress & Financing
Chair: Jon Marchetta, Finance Manager for Facilities Management Services (FMS)
Agriculture & Natural Resources
STARS Ad Hoc Subcommittee

PSC Mission Statement

In support of PCC Board Policy B707-Sustainable Use of Resources, the PCC Sustainability Council spearheads the implementation, ongoing monitoring and updating of the College's sustainability commitments, including the Climate Action Plan.

PSC Vision Statement

The PCC Sustainability Council will lead the College to become a model of sustainability best practices in education, operations and community leadership. It will approach its work in a manner that is responsive, inclusive and action-oriented.

PSC Definition of Sustainability

Sustainability means using, developing and protecting resources in a manner that enables inhabitants of our planet to meet current needs and provides that future generations can also meet future needs, from the joint perspective of environmental, economic and community objectives. (ORS 184.421)

PSC By-Laws