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Renovations and Improvements for Sustainable Homes

Green Business Bureau

The buildup of dust can weaken HVAC system efficiency, causing it to work harder and use more energy to heat or cool your home. This constant strain puts your HVAC system at higher risk of breaking down and needing repair. Check for HVAC Leaks. Many HVAC systems contain a system of ducts that require regular maintenance.

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Dry Cleaning Sustainability: Getting Started Guide for Small Businesses

Green Business Bureau

Wet cleaning uses washers and dryers with biodegradable soaps as well as pressing machines to clean the clothing instead of harmful dry cleaning practices like using perc. It is biodegradable and has been tested dermatologically with very good results. Wet cleaning. Chemical replacement. Carbon Emissions from Building Operations.

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Sustainable Dry Cleaners: Getting Started Guide

Green Business Bureau

Wet cleaning uses washers and dryers with biodegradable soaps as well as pressing machines to clean the clothing instead of harmful dry cleaning practices like using perc. It is biodegradable and has been tested dermatologically with very good results. Wet cleaning. Chemical replacement. Dry Cleaning Operations and Machinery.

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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q2 2021

Greentown Labs

Twenty-six startups joined our community in Q2 2021, working on innovations as diverse as kinetic wave energy, soil carbon measurement, efficient wind turbine installation, and electric, uncrewed surface vehicles. REI is a C-corp in the business of converting waste into clean, sustainable energy. Agtech + water. Manufacturing.

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Sustainable Event Planning: Getting Started Guide for Small Businesses

Green Business Bureau

By recycling, less raw material, energy, water, and chemicals are used to produce new products. Tip #2: Reduce energy consumption on-site. Firstly, make sure you’re supporting the renewable energy market by switching to a green tariff, or by purchasing a Renewable Energy Certificate.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

Recycling metal rather than using virgin ore helps preserve natural resources and saves energy. Cascade Steel’s electric arc furnace (EAF) is more energy efficient and environmentally-friendly than traditional blast furnaces. Insulation is one of the most important factors that play into your home’s energy efficiency.

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Sustainable Manufacturing: How to Create a Sustainable Warehouse and Green Factory

Green Business Bureau

The good news is that new technologies and methods have come about making it possible for the manufacturing industry to reduce its environmental footprint through energy conservation , alternative packaging, and smarter storage and organization (amongst other solutions). Tip #1: Implement energy efficiency and conservation measures.