The members of Green Biz Wichita have compiled a list of simple and sometimes obvious things that you can do (if you are not already doing) today to help your business begin the process of enhancing overall efficiency and reducing its environmental impact. Please share this list with leaders within your organization and let Green Biz Wichita know if we can help you find partners to implement these and other simple solutions. With over 60 members, many of whom are local and even national leaders in “green business” solutions — chances are we have the perfect match for you!
Office Paper Mail, Newspapers & Magazines Cardboard Glass Plastic Cans Toner Cartridges Office Furniture and Appliances
Styrofoam Plastics Where Alternatives Exist Personal/Space Heaters
Turn Off Lights & Computers Nightly Support Local “Green” Efforts Get Involved in Internal Efficiency Efforts Minimize Use of Disposable Kitchen Items
Recycled Paper Energy Efficient Lights and Bulbs Office Supplies in Bulk Digital Thermostats Timers and Dimmers on Office Lighting Both Sides of Your Paper Recycled Materials and Products “Real” Glasses, Mugs, Plates and Utensils Water Systems Instead of Bottled Water Energy Efficient Appliances Digital File Sharing and Editing Instead of Print-Outs Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Products Websites Instead of Magazines and Publications Regular Heat and Air-Conditioning Maintenance E-mail Instead of Paper for Sharing Notes Green Pest Control Services
Many of us feel like we are just “one person” and that we can’t really make a difference in how our actions impact our environment. Green Biz Wichita disagrees. We believe all of us have to do all we can to make our homes and business environments smarter and more efficient. To help get you started, we’ve compiled a list of simple and sometimes-obvious things that you can do (if you are not already doing) today get started. Thanks for your help in reducing the impact that business in Wichita has on our environment.
Office Paper Mail, Newspapers & Magazines Cardboard Glass Plastic Cans Furniture Appliances
Recycled Paper One Trip to Do Several Errands Digital Statements and Payment Options Energy Efficient Lights and Bulbs Digital Thermostats Light Dimmers and Temperature Timers Recycled Materials and Products “Real” Glasses, Mugs, Plates and Utensils Water Systems Instead of Bottled Water Energy Efficient Appliances Recyclable Bags at the Grocery Store Baking Soda To Clean Most Anything Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Products Junk Mail List Removal Services Websites Instead of Magazines and Publications Regular Heat and Air-Conditioning Maintenance Green Pest Control Services
Styrofoam Plastics Where Alternatives Exist Personal/Space Heaters Dish Washers Unless You Have a Full Load Turn Off Lights, TVs and Computers At Night Support Local “Green” Efforts Look for Ways to Save Energy and Waste Minimize Use of Disposable Kitchen Items Unplug Electrical Items When Not In Use Only Run Laundry Machines for Full Loads Unplug Power Chargers, Etc. Between Uses Pick Up Trash & Recyclable Items When Possible Turn the Water Off While Brushing Their Teeth Set Water Thermostats at 1200 or Lower