Tips and Resources
Tips
- Use audio, video and web conferencing to avoid travel
- Print double-sided when possible
- Use permanent water bottles and coffee cups to avoid using paper or Styrofoam
- Choose equipment vendors who will accept their used products for recycling
- Replace trash cans with recycling bins at employees' desks
- Allow employees to telecommute on a regular basis
Resources
GreenBiz.com
This site offers free daily news, case studies, reports and more to help your
organization stay abreast of the latest news and trends related to eco-friendly
corporate conduct.
SustainableBusiness.com
Keep up with the pulse of the sustainable business industry. This free news site
provides global news and networking services to help green business grow.
Business.gov: Green Business Guide
The official business link to the U.S. Government, its Green Business Guide
provides information about the latest environmental regulations, starting a
green business, green marketing, product development, grants, incentives and
more.
Environmental Protection Agency: Environmental Hotlines
This guide to environmental hotlines and clearinghouses is an excellent resource
to quickly access contact information to request technical information or pose
questions about environmental issues to the appropriate agency.
StartUpNation
Aimed at entrepreneurs and start-ups, check out this insightful section called
"9 Steps to Greening Your Business."
My Green Electronics
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) provides a list of electronics
vendors that offer recycling services.
National Legislative Tracker
Used by Sierra Club, track federal bills related to the environment, and learn
about sustainability issues affecting your community and your industry.
