Become an EnviroStar Business

Of course, all EnviroStars are success stories!

We have selected some examples to share with you through these EnviroStars success story write-ups, to show the possibilities, provide some models, and to document the real-life, bottom-line business benefits that EnviroStars are experiencing.

AAA Washington Fleet (PDF, 309 KB)
The AAA Washington Fleet was one of the first local businesses to become an EnviroStar in 1995. The fleet has continued to make improvements in waste management and pollution prevention.

Alki Auto Repair
“When we first opened for business in 1992, we knew we were going to work toward the goal of environmental cleanliness... At their West Seattle business, Jim and Tracy Sebren run a clean shop in an industry historically associated with pollution.

Fat City German Car Inc.
Environmental consciousness goes hand-in-hand with quality car repair at Fat City.

Prompt Auto Car Care Center (PDF, 98 KB)
Auto repair shop switched to non-chlorinated brake and carburator cleaners, water-based parts washer.

Tom's Automotive Service
At Tom's Automotive an account was created to track all costs for recycling and managing hazardous waste and the sales that offset those costs.

Southtowne Auto Rebuild, Inc.

Aaron's Bicycle Repair
As more people use bicycles for transportation, shops like Aaron’s help reduce auto-related pollution.

Broadway Dental Center (PDF, 161 KB)
Dr. Rubin sits on the environmental committee of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT).

Dr. Ross Fraker (PDF, 167 KB)
Fraker was one of the first dentists in Seattle to install a treatment unit that filters amalgam particles from the office’s wastewater.

Classic Nursery & Landscape Company
Winner of the "Best of Show" award at the 2004 Northwest Flower & Garden Show, Classic landscape designers go to new sites equipped with tools to test soil pH and nutrient levels.

Garden of Weedin'
Nancy Morrison walked away from a career in research pharmcacology to start a landscape company.

In Harmony Organic Based Landscape Services
Our company is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of our planet,” says CEO Ladd Smith. “We strive to educate our employees as well as our clients about the dangers of pesticides and use the least toxic products available.

Willows Lodge - Landscape

B & G Machine
To prevent unnecessary purchase and disposal of products, metalworking fluid is checked with a refractometer to measure concentration and monitor its quality for reuse.

Young Corporation, Meltec & Nordick

Elliott Bay Marina
Elliott Bay Marina has helped pave the way for a new kind of thinking.

Cascade Pest Control
As a rule, Cascade employees use pesticides only when absolutely necessary, trying the least toxic approach first. Treftz trackes each employee’s use of pesticides by computer and recognizes those who show a commitment to waste reduction.

Adhesa-Plate
Adhesa-Plate has grown 30 percent. But the firm is not generating more waste. A screen printing firm, Adhesa-Plate manufactures custom labels, nameplates, graphic overlays, and other labeling products.

Printing Control
Installing a still to recapture solvents used in the printing process is one of the changes taking Printing Control to a 5 Star EnviroStars rating. The 5th star has helped with cost savings and waste reduction and in their effort to be a leading environmental business.

Star Printing (PDF, 163 KB)
Scott Reid, owner of Star Printing, a commercial printer in Seattle, encourages his employees, vendors, clients and peers to prevent waste.

Woodland Park Zoo (PDF, 239 KB)
With its mission of creating a sustainable future for wildlife, preventing pollution was only natural for the Woodland Park Zoo.

Ryder Transportation Services
Over three years, Ryder has reduced its waste an estimated 25 to 50 percent. Lower disposal fees and a safer work environment are two key benefits.

Renton Veterinary Hospital
A choice of kitty litter marked a turning point for Renton Veterinary Hospital.