ID # 29
Display the Environmental Compliance Poster (included in your Welcome package) in a visible location where your employees will be reminded of environmental laws and activities to green your business.
ID # 31
Purchase paper towels and toilet paper made from 35-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
ID # 32
Print and copy double-sided when possible, to significantly reduce paper use and waste.
ID # 34
Create and adopt a corporate environmental sustainability vision statement.
ID # 35
Test irrigation system to ensure proper orientation and water schedule. Ensure all spray heads are functioning and not spraying onto hardscape.
ID # 36
Contact your local utility to conduct a commercial energy assessment (many times free) to pinpoint specific areas of energy waste.
ID # 37
Inform your customers about your business' efforts to become environmentally friendly and follow green practices.
ID # 38
Conduct a kick-off meeting to review the GBB Assessment results and recommended initiatives. Watch your GBB Welcome Video.
ID # 39
Put together an office Green Team which will serve as the initial supporters of greening your business as well as enlisting and informing all employees of key activities.
ID # 40
Obtain an assessment of your building's water use to identify specific water conservation ideas - many times this can be free from your local provider.
ID # 42
Properly dispose of batteries, paint and chemicals, lightbulbs, and electronics.
ID # 43
Install an ENERGY STAR programmable thermostat to automate your HVAC or A/C system.
ID # 44
Recycle or sell your used toner cartridges.
ID # 46
Purchase recycled or remanufactured toner cartridges to realize significant cost savings.
ID # 54
Complete the GBB Assessment to determine your current level of green activities, and get credit for things you are already doing.
ID # 56
Replace regular light bulbs with Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFL), that last longer and save energy.
ID # 61
Use recycled content or low volatile organic compounds (VOC) paint products to improve indoor environmental quality.
ID # 62
Use floormat/dirt-collection systems at doorways facing the outside space.
ID # 63
Install water flow-rate controls (aerators) on faucets to reduce water waste.
ID # 67
Encourage employee carpools, public transportation, or bicycling as a means of transportation. Post schedules and route maps throughout office.
ID # 68
Install light switch occupancy sensors in proper locations to automatically turn off lighting when no one is present.
ID # 70
Install a filtered water tap at your sink or a water cooler for drinking water, instead of purchasing bottled water, to save money and reduce waste.
ID # 71
Establish a paper recycling program. Paper includes newspaper, office paper, direct mail, white and colored paper, cardboard, envelopes, magazines, and catalogs.
ID # 72
Purchase or lease copiers and printers that have a duplexing (two-sided copying and printing) function.
ID # 74
Request that your payroll service eliminate the printed version of the pay stub and envelope. Ask them to email pay stub information instead.
ID # 75
Expand your recycling program to also include: glass, plastic, and aluminum.
ID # 76
"Tune-up" your HVAC or A/C system with an annual maintenance contract, ensuring use of non-ozone depleting refrigerants.
ID # 77
Purchase trash bins and liners made from 35-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
ID # 79
Arrange the workspace to take advantage of areas with natural sunlight; design future spaces with natural lighting opportunities in mind.
ID # 80
Install a smart irrigation controller that uses weather data to irrigate appropriately.
ID # 81
Install sensor controls that turn off faucets automatically (motion sensors).
ID # 84
Reduce air leaks with weather stripping and caulking around windows and doorways.
ID # 87
Change your HVAC or A/C filters every month or as required by the filter and HVAC or A/C manufacturer.
ID # 94
Replace inefficient or broken windows with double pane, low-E, energy efficient windows.
ID # 98
Use high-efficiency plumbing fixtures, like high efficiency toilets (HETs) and urinals (HEUs) to minimize water use and waste.
ID # 274
Develop a paper reduction policy, and conduct a paper reduction campaign.
ID # 278
Set up an office supply re-use center.
ID # 279
Sell or donate unneeded furniture and equipment.
ID # 282
Minimize air conditioning needs with natural ventilation.
ID # 284
Modify business practices to assure only rain is going down storm drains - not toxins.
ID # 289
Use ceiling fans in place of air conditioning when possible.