My Company is having a conference next year. My boss wants it to be greener without spending a lot of money or staff time. Is this possible?
Planning a meeting or event can be challenging. Look for ways to show your commitment to a better way of doing business through “green practices”. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Rather than sending paper invitations, send E-mail and/or set up a website. If you must use pa ...
- What is a green job?
There has been much debate about what exactly is a ‘green’ job. Workforce Florida, Inc. defines a green job as ‘” a green job increases the conservation and sustainability of natural resources for the benefit of Floridians. This includes jobs that reduce energy usage or l ...
- My boss has put me in charge of the green initiative for my office. There is so much information out there, where do I start?
There is a scary amount of information out there on going green. So much in fact it might stop you dead in your tracks. So the first thing to do is take a deep breath and choose one thing, it could be buying recycling bins for paper or putting a sign by the copier reminding your coworkers to pr ...
- Are there simple, low/no cost changes my office can make to be greener?
Green Business practices can help save money, attract customers, enhance your reputation and help make a business more efficient. A company policy of environmental stewardship or mission that includes sustainable practices will help create the vision. There are three main areas where a business ...
- What are the Green Lodging properties in Pinellas County?
A listing of Pinellas County's green lodging facilities can be found at http://www.dep.state.fl.us/greenlodging/lodges.htm
- What is a green business?
A business is considered green if it uses renewable resources and holds itself accountable for the environmental, economic and social impacts of its activities. Green businesses operate in a socially responsible manner and strive to protect the environment. In addition, green businesses purchase ...
- What is the Green Lodging Program?
In 2004, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) launched the Florida Green Lodging Program to recognize environmentally conscientious lodging facilities throughout the state. The Green Lodging program encourages the lodging industry to conserve and protect Florida’s natur ...
- Why do businesses go green?
There are many reasons why businesses go green. Some of the reasons include a commitment to the environment, potential cost savings, the recognition and publicity that comes with going green, and the competitive advantage of being a green business in the marketplace.
- What is the Florida Pollution Prevention (P2) Program?
The Florida Pollution Prevention (P2) Program identifies areas where businesses can save money and help to protect the environment by eliminating or reducing pollution at the source, before it becomes waste. The P2 Program assists manufacturers, commercial businesses, government, military facili ...
