Company Policy
- Get all management on board to start making a green business
- The company policy comply with all environmental regulations.
- Compliance with the policies, practices, and employee instructions is monitored.
- There is a formal tracking and reporting system of energy/utility/waste/water usage.
- There is an awareness program for energy conservation.
Energy Use
- Energy efficient lighting such as LED are in use.
- There are motion detectors or other devices that turn off lights automatically.
- Exterior and interior lighting during closing hours are kept to a minimum.
- Employees are instructed to shut down personal computers at the end of each work period.
- Office coffee makers with continuous "ON" heating plates or elements are prohibited.
- Work stations with multiple devices are powered through power strips that are turned off at the end of the work day.
- Facilities have been inspected for air leaks and corrective action has been taken where necessary.
- HVAC systems are managed to reduce energy use during times of low or no occupancy.
- Natural gas or LPG is used for cooking and water heating.
- Solar or wind power system has been installed.
- A professional energy audit has been done.
Building
- Construction or renovation project has been certified to meet environmental standards.
- Green/open space or walkways are available on the premises.
- Premises are kept free of litter, graffiti, disused or discarded equipment/materials.
Clean Air and Water
- Facilities have been evaluated to identify actual and potential sources of pollution.
- The use of synthetic chemical fertilizer is avoided or prohibited.
- Pesticides have been reduced or eliminated.
- Supplies and cleaning products are chosen based on a goal of minimizing harmful or hazardous contents.
Employee - Community Relations
- Financial incentives are offered to employees who bike, take public transportation, or walk to work.
- Smoking is prohibited on the premises.
- Financial support is provided to local or regional environmental groups or projects.
- Preference is given whenever practicable to local suppliers and products produced locally or regionally.