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 Purpose:
The purpose of this policy is to eliminate unnecessary idling of all
vehicles on University property. Vehicle idling wastes fuel, degrades
air quality, and causes unnecessary emission of pollutants and
greenhouse gases that enhance the natural greenhouse effect. This policy
is in accordance with the University of Maine's efforts to reduce CO2
emissions under the Governor's Carbon Challenge.
Policy:
It is the policy of the University of Maine at Orono to continually
improve the efficient use of vehicle fuels in an effort to reduce
emissions and operating costs. To reduce overall emission on campus and
improve air quality, all vehicles on university property are prohibited
to idle unnecessarily. Vehicle operators will adhere to the following
standards: 1) Idling
is prohibited (with the limited exceptions listed below) when the
ambient temperature is above 32°F.
2) 5 minute maximum idle time limit when
ambient temperature is 32°F and below.
3) Vehicles will not be left idling when the
operator is away from the vehicle (with the limited exceptions listed
below). 4) Idling is
prohibited in 'No Idle Zones'. Signs indicate the location of these
zones. Exceptions
The following exceptions apply to this policy:
- Emergency response vehicles when responding to an emergency.
- Vehicles that must remain a specific temperature for onboard
materials.
- Health or safety reasons (e.g., severe weather conditions, use of
vehicle safety features).
- Below 0°F for diesel vehicles.
- Traffic conditions
- Supervisors may approve exemptions for specific vehicles if necessary.
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