Cape Cod Green Cleaning Source » work http://www.capecodgreencleaningsource.com Sharing Ideas for a Greener Cape Cod Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:56:38 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 5 More Tips for Going Green at Work http://www.capecodgreencleaningsource.com/index.php/2010/05/5-more-tips-for-going-green-at-work/ http://www.capecodgreencleaningsource.com/index.php/2010/05/5-more-tips-for-going-green-at-work/#comments Sun, 09 May 2010 13:57:38 +0000 admin http://www.capecodgreencleaningsource.com/index.php/2010/05/5-more-tips-for-going-green-at-work/ 1. Cleaning Products
Whether you’re using an independent cleaning person or the building management has a staff in place, now is the time to switch cleaning products to greener versions to drastically reduce indoor air pollution and to avoid adding questionable chemical residue to our waterways. Obviously this is easier to do when you don’t have to go through building management. But even if you can get a building to change one product to green, you’ll really be making a difference.

2. Energy Initiatives
Change light bulbs to LEDs and compact fluorescents, put up signs reminding staff to pull the plug at the end of the day on things like coffee makers and microwaves, and to turn the power off on their computers. Standby times many computers equals energy hog. If your electric company offers green energy sources like wind power, switch to these….

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Pack good food (organic/local is preferable) in reusable containers (glass and stainless steel are preferable). Beyond contributing so much less to the already overwhelmed landfills, you will save money and your health. Don’t forget to pack a (stainless steel) bottle of water, real utensils, and a cloth napkin. If you prefer to eat take out, try bringing reusable containers with you for your over-the-counter soup or salad or more.

2. Get involved
If your management isn’t interested in making overall changes, you can still bring in a green cleaner for your desk, or put a bottle of eco dish detergent in the break room. Bring your own plate/cup/mug/bowl/utensils and store them in a desk drawer. People will notice and it might start a (good) trend. Start a green committee and together you can all advocate for going greener by doing gestures that will get people talking. Start a compost. If your company travels a lot, suggest people use a hybrid car service to get to the airport. Find an electronic waste recycling event and help facilitate the office to bring old stuff there. Put signs on office doors and bathroom doors reminding people to recycle and to shut off their computers at the end of the day….

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