GSFC’s Environmental Policy GPD 8500.1
Updated 10.04.07
The Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) missions expand knowledge of the Earth and its environment, the solar system, and the universe. To maintain our nation's leadership in this endeavor, GSFC commits to conducting missions in a manner that promotes environmental stewardship. As an integral part of all mission planning and implementation, GSFC’s environmental policy is to:
a. Consider the neighboring natural environment while executing GSFC’s mission;
b. Comply with applicable Federal, state, and local legislation and regulations;
Executive Orders (EO); NASA policies and other requirements;
c. Prevent pollution and conserve natural resources;
d. Implement pragmatic and cost effective solutions to environmental problems;
e. Communicate with GSFC’s family, our partners, and the public; and
f. Continue to improve our environmental performance through our
Environmental Management System (EMS) including:
(1) Promote awareness through education and training;
(2) Consider the environment as we do our jobs;
(3) Explore advances in environmental technology; and
(4) Provide a framework for setting objectives and targets.
These commitments enable each of us to do our part for environmental stewardship in our backyard.
This policy applies to all GSFC personnel, facilities, and activities, at all permanent and temporary sites. It also applies to all GSFC tenant organizations, contractors, grantees, clubs and other persons operating under the auspices of GSFC, or on GSFC property as required by law, and as directed by contractual, grant, and agreement documents.
