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Core
Resource Conservation
- 50% of appliances are certified by Energy Star (refrigerators, microwaves, dishwasher, HVAC, etc)
- Uses LED lights
- Automatic lights
- Uses environmentally-friendly cleaning products
- Touchless sensor faucets
- Dual flush toilet system
- Building is RainWater certified
- Building reuses greywater for irrigation/plumbing
Waste Management
- Integrates compost and recycling bins
- Uses compostable and/or reusable supplies (ex. utensils,
- cups, napkins, trays, glasses, seat covers, etc.)
- Uses compostable and/or recyclable packaging
- Practices waste reduction in the office (supplies, paperless)
- Donates extra and leftover food and/or products
- Has pictures of what goes where for trash sorting
- Provides reusable dishes for inperson dining
- Donates or sells imperfect ingredients
Beyond the Business
- Posts accurate info on social media accounts and websites
- Educates staff about sustainability and sustainable business practices
- Charitable goods for community
- Transparency in practices
- Actively attempts to increase and support environmental justices and campaigns
- Overall supports community and is transparent with them