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Tag Archive | "Going Green"

How to Start a Recycling Program

Monday, February 23, 2009

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To start a recycling program at work requires time and effort to reap the true benefits of recycling. Consider the eight tips mentioned in this How-to article on recycling program.

What is Cap and Trade?

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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A basic definition of what a cap and trade system is.

Green Procurement

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Traditional purchasing departments focus on minimizing initial purchase price. Green procurement focuses on minimizing the cost of ownership for the product for its entire lifecycle. This type of purchasing encourages the purchase of longer lasting items even if they cost more initially. It also accounts for the full environmental cost of a particular supply.

What is Combined Heat and Power (CHP)?

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Also known as cogenertation, these systems can generate electricity and then capture the heat that is generated and return it to building use. This creates energy efficiency while reducing the carbon footprint of the building.

What is Composting?

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Provides a quick overview on what composting is, and a listing of a few of its advantages.

What is Recycling?

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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When a product or material, at the end of its useful life cycle, is turned into usable raw material to make another product, the process is called recycling. Products that can be recycled include metal cans, glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles, magazines and newspaper, cardboard boxes and other office waste. Recycling is an environmentally […]

Energy Management Systems

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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What is an Energy Management System? Energy Management Systems (EMS) are devices that can be used to conserve energy in buildings and industries. Reducing energy waste can have a significant and positive impact on the bottom line of a business. Businesses that want to manage the operations of building systems to run efficiently and effectively […]

Reducing Energy Costs

Monday, November 24, 2008

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This document provides an overview on ways to save money by increasing your energy efficiency.

Biomass

Monday, November 24, 2008

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Biomass is conversion of garbage to energy.

How to get started with sustainability?

Monday, November 24, 2008

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Step 1: Set sustainability goals Where do you want to be? Focus on where you want to take your business, say 2, 3, or 5 years down the road. Develop 3 to 4 goals that will make your business sustainable over a period of time. For example: Reduce energy bill by 25% in 12 months, […]