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Become an EnviroStar Business
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Operational Benefits |
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Business networking |
Employees |
Operations |
Procedures and policies |
Innovations
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Business-to-business network |
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I'm getting calls and clients from the EnviroStars promotions - especially the PCC ad. I also exchanged services with another EnviroStar - tree care for dental work!
- Anna Welland, Heartwood Tree and Garden Care
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We're aware of other businesses with EnviroStars ratings. We support these businesses as we can. May have spent more, versus saved on disposal costs, but we're willing to do it.
- Ross and Sarah Fraker DDS, Green Lake Dental Care more ›
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Improved employee retention/awareness |
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Being an EnviroStar demonstrates responsible citizenship, which makes employees proud to work here. Heightened consciousness guides vendor and product choices.
- Nancy Charpentier, Printing Control Graphics more ›
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Eighty percent of young professionals are interested in securing a job that impacts the environment in a positive way, and 92% say they'd give preference to working for a company that is environmentally friendly, according to a new report from career website MonsterTrak.
- MonsterTrak, 10/11/2007
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We think it is awesome Dr Davis is environmentally conscious and, being a fisherman, he is really interested in clean water.
- Julia Wynne, Loren Davis Dental office
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We take great pride in our companys efforts to reduce waste. Our employees and customers feel good knowing that we are dedicated to protecting the environment.
- Scott Reid, Star Printing more ›
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Improved operational efficiencies |
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My business is operating more efficiently and I have realized a cost savings through process changes, purchasing [less hazardous] substitutes, and reducing disposal fees.
- Keith Russell, DME Auto Service
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By honoring the diversity of a healthy landscape over time, natural balances become re-established.
- EagleSong, Willows Lodge Landscape Design & Maintenance more ›
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Improved policies/procedures |
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We need to set the example for others. EnviroStars helps us accomplish our waste management goals and guide future decisions.
- Bob Matheny, North Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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I would say that the biggest thing I have gotten out of the program is my mind set. I give more thought to new products, old products and potential waste streams and long term issues.
- Steve Malland, Car Tender
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The EnviroStars Program does several things. First, it helps a company focus on their practices, waste stream, and accomplishments so far. Second, it establishes incentive for improvement. Finally, being evaluated by the county and having a third party speak for our accomplishments gives Cascade a voice that the public will listen to.
- Kurt Treftz, Cascade Pest Control
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It is obvious that we have gained benefit from participation, major points are as follows: recognition, accountability, advertisement, resource identification, enhanced workplace safety, focused cost management, team building, waste reduction, committed recycling practices, cultural integration of environmental sensitivity.
- Silence Inc. dba Midas Auto Systems Experts
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Now I think through a purchase carefully by asking myself: a) how did I get along without it for 25 years, b) does the price off-set an expense I have now, and c) what are the environmental considerations? I make my choice and I feel good about it.
- Mike West, Southtowne Auto Rebuild more ›
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If a business generates hazardous materials, it really should take the responsibility to deal with them in an appropriate manner. It's a good policy to have.
- Dr Gerrarda O'Beirne more ›
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It causes you to stand back and look at all the waste you are producing and to operate in as clean a way as possible the minimal labor cost is outweighed by the benefit of doing the right thing.
- Dr Loren Davis DDS
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We've made a commitment to actively pursue alternatives. Our goal is to make sure the cleaning is done in the most effective and environmentally compatible way possible.
- Kathy Whitman, Evans Pool Green Lake
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Inspired innovations |
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Mercury switch out program implemented. Bio-diesel utilized in trucks. Eliminated solvent parts washer and chlorinated aerosols. Implemented written training program for truck drivers on spill control measures in the field.
- Dave Armstrong, Fleet Maintenance Manager
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We are excited to show off all of our changes; we went through a real paradigm shift.
- Paul Baeder, Renton Technical College Instructor, Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technology
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Tisdel is also a strong advocate of EnviroStars. He likes the idea of being challenged to find new ways to minimize his business's impact on the environment.. You have to reinforce your environmental ethics every day with everyone you deal with and every problem you face.
- Greg Tisdel, Tiz's Doors
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It helped spur the SPU annual chemical roundup where surplus materials are advertised for use in other departments rather than disposal.
- Gary Lockwood, Seattle Public Utilities - Ashworth Ave facility
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We are now remodeling our building and were installing environmentally friendly flooring made by Shaw and some of the only carpet made from recycled content on the market today. Were using recycled vinyl flooring, installing new lighting and using paints that are as friendly as possible (no VOCs). When the building is done we will have art work hung on the walls by Art Wolfe, which will round off our whole environmental look and feel. We also were certified as an FSC printer recently.
- Rich Lancaster, Printing Control more ›
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It's addictive to be environmentally responsible. My team and I are enthusiastic about finding new and creative ways to protect the environment.
- Dr. Amy Norman, DDS, Exceptional Cosmetic & Adult Dentistry
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Using a limited amount of resources and a great amount of creativity, we are approaching zero hazardous waste disposal.
- Ed Fritts, Prompt Auto Car Care Center more ›
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Our company uses no pesticides. My staff and I must find non-chemical solutions to garden problems.
- Nancy Morrison, Garden of Weedin'
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The demonstration beds surrounding my home show people what a sustainable urban garden can be. Every inch of my own yard illustrates sustainable practices.
- Jennifer Carlsen, Haven Illustrated
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Blaine Harbor Marina in Bellingham helped install "bioplanters" on the downspouts of Port buildings.These act as filters that help remove seabird waste from the runoff that pours off warehouse rooftops.
- Pam Taft, Port of Bellingham-Blaine Harbor Marina
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