How it Works
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Users initialize the ASF Paper Consumption Model
Our free, user-interactive paper consumption model can be publicly accessed via the following link:
https://oof-baroomf.github.io/asf-app/
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Users select departments
OPTIONS: Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, English, World Language, Arts + Music, Business + Technology, Administration, Guidance, Health Office
Note that the minimum number of departments selected is one, although the user does not need to choose more
Number of faculty members in each department
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Users input model parameters
Click on each tab to learn more about the parameters used in calculation.
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Model outputs yearly paper consumption estimates
Paper and ink costs given for each department of interest.
User's consumption vs. other schools and by department
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Users receive additional consumption metrics
Consumption Comparison:
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Other schools
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Between departments
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Trends over time
Environmental Impact:
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Trees, Liters of Water, Solid Waste, CO2 emissions, Sulfur Dioxide, Air Pollutants, Organic Compounds
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Model outputs recommended paper budgeting plan
Price and paper ranges given for 1) yearly consumption, 2) 10% cost reduction, 3) 25% paper usage reduction
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Users receive sustainable practice recommendations for implementation
Recommendations vary based on theie calculated sustainability level:
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Most fundamental recommendations, with a focus on reducing paper waste and paper usage
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Intermediate level, a versatile range of technological and non-technological options for combatting irresponsible paper usage
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Advanced recommendations: most technology-heavy and engaged ideas for implementation at schools aiming to devote attention to paper sustainability