GBB Certification forThe Benson Mills Group, LLC

The Benson Mills Group, LLC

has been certified by the Green Business Bureau as an environmentally responsible business. This business has reached the Green Gold tier by adopting principles and practices that demonstrate a superior commitment to conserving the environment.

The GBB is proud to recognize their contribution to making the environment a healthier place for their customers, employees, and community. We appreciate your continued support of The Benson Mills Group, LLC and thank you for your commitment to sustainability.

MEMBER SINCE

02/12/2011

CONTACT INFORMATION

2343 Cove Lake Way
Lithonia, GA 30058
BensonMillsGroup.com

The Benson Mills Group, LLC has completed the following initiatives:

ID # 26
Designate your office as a smoke-free working environment, with outside smoking areas 25ft away from building entries.
ID # 28
Assist at least one other business in learning about eco-efficiency and encourage them to join the GBB.
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 # 30
Set computers to enter system standby or hibernate after 30 minutes of inactivity. Set monitors to enter sleep mode after 5 to 20 minutes of inactivity.
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 # 33
Eliminate paper, styrofoam, or plastic cups, plates and utensils in the kitchen area. Use mugs, dishes, and silverware instead.
ID # 34
Create and adopt a corporate environmental sustainability vision statement.
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 # 41
Purchase products and services from green-certified or Green Business Bureau vendors.
ID # 42
Properly dispose of batteries, paint and chemicals, lightbulbs, and electronics.
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 # 55
Purchase copy paper, folders, and other office paper products made from 30-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
ID # 56
Replace regular light bulbs with Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFL), that last longer and save energy.
ID # 62
Use floormat/dirt-collection systems at doorways facing the outside space.
ID # 64
Use environmentally-friendly cleaning chemicals for daily use such as a non-toxic multipurpose cleaner or glass cleaner.
ID # 67
Encourage employee carpools, public transportation, or bicycling as a means of transportation. Post schedules and route maps throughout office.
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 # 73
Choose re-usable cleaning products like sponges instead of paper towels.
ID # 77
Purchase trash bins and liners made from 35-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
ID # 90
Send and receive faxes directly to your computer. If not possible, eliminate fax cover sheets (use post-its on first page).
ID # 275
Use natural odor elimination.
ID # 276
Use water-conserving cleaning methods and strategies while cleaning.
ID # 279
Sell or donate unneeded furniture and equipment.
ID # 280
Serve and encourage employees to purchase local, organic and fair trade food and drink.
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 # 285
Use your lighting more efficiently with task lighting and daylighting.
ID # 290
Water your landscaping efficiently by collecting and using rainwater, and/or using a drip irrigation system.
ID # 296
Use a cleaning company that purchases all-natural cleaning products, or insist that your current cleaning company use them.
ID # 300
Use fuel-efficient company cars, and schedule regular maintenance.
ID # 329
Recycle unwanted cell phones and PDAs.
ID # 330
Use telepresence or other long-distance communication to replace travel when possible.
ID # 449
Place a company employee on the organizing committee for the same or another event to achieve maximum involvement and exposure.