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The Green Business Certification Checklist: How To Prepare and Plan for Success 

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Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Investing in renewable energy is a notable solution towards reducing fossil fuel use. Regularly clean and inspect HVAC and refrigeration systems. Can we use less or adopt clean alternative energy sources? Is it hazardous? Here’s the Energy Savings Checklist.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

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Choosing reclaimed wood reduces the fossil fuel use and pollution that comes from clearing and processing trees into lumber. Sabai , family-owned and operated in High Point, North Carolina, builds luxury, custom furniture made from natural, recycled and upcycled fabrics, FSC-certified wood and CentiPUR-US®-certified foam.

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

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This means a significant amount of energy is used at all times to keep the lights on, run the HVAC systems, and power all of the devices and machinery inside. Most of this energy is produced by the burning of fossil fuels which releases a mass amount of carbon dioxide into the environment.

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How To Create A Sustainability Plan: Executive Guide To Becoming A Sustainable Business – Step 4

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Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. You will likely uncover opportunities for alternative clean energy (non-fossil fuel energy sources and processes). Consider bigger projects like HVAC retrofits or renewable energy installations like solar roofing. Are we composting food waste? Is it hazardous?