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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q3 2022

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SmartAC.com ’s HVAC & plumbing algorithms are powered by 24/7 data on HVAC performance and water leak/clog detection, streamlining the experience for homeowners while aiding contractors in fostering long-term homeowner loyalty. Resiliency + Adaptation.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

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RECYCLED PLASTIC. Recycled plastic used in construction offers a building material that has a lower carbon footprint and is stronger than brick, all while tackling our plastic waste problem ( 367 million metric tons produced globally in 2020). Renewable, recycled or upcycled. Arqlite , a member of the U.S.

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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. bubble wrap and plastic sheets). For instance, cardboard can be replaced with eco-friendly plastics such as those made from cornstarch.

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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. Do we use plastic bottles for water? Regularly clean and inspect HVAC and refrigeration systems. Can we use less or adopt clean alternative energy sources? Waste and Recycling – What waste do we produce and where does it come from? Is it hazardous?

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Earth Day Ideas for Employees: How To Engage Remote Workers To Be More Sustainable At Home

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Stop using plastic bags, bring reusable bags on your shopping trips. Make a commitment to not buying single-use plastic bottles. Eliminate plastic silverware and paper plates. Upcycle – take something you don’t use and instead of throwing it find it a new purpose. Replace your HVAC with a more efficient unit.

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33 Earth Day Ideas for Employees: How To Engage Remote Workers To Be More Sustainable in 2023

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Note: In some states like Massachusetts , energy-efficient lightbulbs are provided at no charge by the state government Switch to lower-pressure and more efficient showers and faucets Safely recycle electronics or batteries Donate used goods or furniture Stop using plastic bags, bring reusable bags on your shopping trips Make a commitment to not buying (..)

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

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Do we use plastic bottles for water? Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Consider bigger projects like HVAC retrofits or renewable energy installations like solar roofing. Upgrade insulation, HVAC and appliances to more energy efficient models. Recycled plastic. How much do we waste?