Making Your Business Green Can Save Money
Learn different ways to reduce your operating costs, save energy and create a competitive workplace. All of these items contribute to the bottom line whether
it is reusing materials, reducing energy usage or developing efficient operations.
The Energy Star website highlights citizens and businesses that have made
changes to increase efficiency and save money. It provides examples and ideas of
where to start.
Learn
how to make changes at EnergyStar.gov.
Resource List
Case studies of projects will help others learn about the options and
benefits. Some individuals or businesses may want to take on a project but
may not be sure of where to start or who to contact. Reading through other
project summaries can help dispel some of the myths surrounding different
technologies in terms of risks and actual benefits.
Submit a case study highlighting your project.
Maryland Green Registry
Help build a smarter, greener, more sustainable Maryland by putting these
practices to work right in your own organization. The Maryland Green
Registry is a voluntary, self-certification program offering tips and
resources to help organizations set and meet their own goals on the path to
sustainability.
There is no cost to join. Simply complete the online application.
http://www.mde.maryland.gov/MarylandGreen/
Sustainability Tip
Next Time, Take the Stairs:Fulfill your healthy living resolutions by taking the stairs and avoiding the elevator. The average office elevator consumes 350 watts of electricity traveling to each floor. By taking the stairs, you could save enough energy to power a 100-watt light bulb for 3.5 hours.
Join the Sustainability Network
The Sustainability Network is a place where interested citizens, businesses and organizations can share ideas on projects and make connections between others who share their interest.