HOW TO GREEN YOUR BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Agenda

Introduction The Triple Bottom Line Approach Steps To Green Your Business: Operations

Adopt Energy Efficient Practices Conserve Water Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Waste Prevent Pollution Design, Buy, & Sell Green Products Build Green Comply with Environmental Regulations Develop and Environmental Management/Sustainability Plan Join Industry Partnership and Stewardship Programs

Questions and Comments

What is Sustainability?

Source: "Sustainability Defined." Natural Capitalism Solutions. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Sustainable Development meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. (Brundtland World Commission)

Continuous improvement of life quality that protects and balances the ecological, social and economic environments. (California Student Sustainability Coalition)

Sustainable development is a process which enables all people to realize their potential and improve their quality of life in ways which protect and enhance the Earth’s life-support systems. (Sarah Parkin & Jonathan Porritt, Forum for the Future)

What is Sustainability?

Source: "Sustainability Defined." Natural Capitalism Solutions. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

It demonstrates that behaving in ways that are more responsible to the earth and to people: Reduces costs through eco-efficiency Provides easier access to capital Reduces risks by being more responsible Better attracts and retains the best talent Drives innovation by setting such ambitious goals as rapid carbon

neutrality Enhances labor productivity by constructing green buildings Enhances brand equity Better manages supply and value chains Reduces the costs of distrust by operating in an ethical and transparent

manner

The Triple Bottom Line Approach

Source: “Princeton University Outdoor Action Sustainability Guide.”

Adopt Energy Efficient Practices

ASHRAE Standards Design & maintenance of indoor

environments

Energy Audits 3 General levels of energy audits

Lighting Energy Star Equipment Heating, Ventilating, and Air

Conditioning (HVAC) 4 Steps to achieve more sustainable

HVAC system

Renewable Energy

ASHRAE Standards

Source: Ashrae. N.p., n.d. Web.

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (AHSRAE) Develops standards for those concerned with design and maintenance

of indoor environments Guide for Energy Efficiency:

Heating Ventilation Air-conditioning Refrigeration

ASHRAE Offers: Classes, seminars, expose in the U.S. New energy technologies, energy saving opportunities

Energy Benchmarking

Process for describing the energy performance of a building at a point in time and for comparing that performance with similar buildings

Sample Measures of Building Performance Energy cost per square foot Energy (BTU) per square foot Energy (BTU) per occupant Energy Use Intensity-EUI-(kBTU/sq. ft./yr.)

Typical EUI Values

Energy Star Portfolio Manager

Source: "Portfolio Manager." Portfolio Manager. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Benchmarking Tool Tracks Performance & Trends

Provides information to determine how a building ranks compared to others

DOE Commercial Building Energy Consumption Survey Provides data to create the model

Rating reflects a building’s Energy Use Intensity (kBTU/sq. ft./yr.)

Sectors Covered: Offices, Banks, Hotels, Retail Stores,

Supermarkets, Warehouses

Energy Auditing

Pre-site visit analysis: Review building plans, Construction of documents (historical energy

use)

Site visit: Walk-through to inspect all energy consuming systems (photos, conduct

interviews)

Post-site visit analysis and reporting: Engineering and financial analyses Identify potential building energy efficiency measures

Audit report: Detail the building’s baseline energy use and potential energy savings Rank-ordered list of measures based on cost-effectiveness

Types of Audits

Most common and standardized approach offered by ASHRAE

ASHRAE Level 1: Preliminary Energy Use Analysis, brief walk-through

of the building, and a survey of the energy consuming equipment

Preliminary Energy Use Analysis: Review of utility years from the previous 2 years.

Energy use intensity (EUI)= energy use per square foot will be obtained

Audit Report: Identifies no-cost and low-cost measures . Energy

savings estimates are not highly accurate

Types of Audits

ASHRAE Level 2: Comprehensive view at building energy use through a survey of all

building systems including Heating, Cooling, and Interior Lighting

Audit report: Includes estimated energy savings and project costs

ASHRAE Level 3: Detailed engineering and financial analysis. Accounts for the interactive effects of all building system improvements. Often uses computer models to stimulate building and equipment

operations

Energy Savings Opportunities

Occupational Behavioral Changes Improved Operational and Maintenance Practices Equipment Retrofits

Retrofit: the physical and operational upgrade of a building’s energy consuming equipment

Building Envelope Modifications

Occupant Behavioral Changes

Picture:"Thermostat." (Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy and Sustainable Living). N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Protect thermostats from unauthorized adjustment Wide range adjustment of thermostat

(ex. 72 to 85) Consider using tamper-proof locking

covers on thermostats, or locking screws to prevent tampering

Optimize Start-Up Time and Equipment Sequencing Determine when equipment is turning on

and how many pieces of equipment are turning on at the same time.

Peak demand is lower if equipment is brought online in a sequential manner

Occupant Behavioral Changes

Source: "Product Image Library - Bulbs." ENERGY STAR. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Encourage building occupants to use ENERGY STAR Equipment Adapt Procurement Policy to purchase ENERGY STAR labeled products

Install Monitor Power Management Software Over $1 billion dollars wasted a year on electricity from computer

monitors left on

Encourage building occupants to turn off equipment Office equipment should not consume energy during down time

Install motion sensor lighting Install energy efficient windows Greener Cleaning Options

Look to use green cleaning products Day Cleaning- Clean during the day when lights are on

Lighting Your Business

Lighting uses 44% of the electricity in office buildings

LED lights can save $5 per year per bulb

“Quick Win” Energy Savings Measures

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Lighting: De-lamp and disconnect unused

ballasts Many buildings are too bright Identify what you can discontinue using

Install: Occupancy sensors High efficiency LED exit signs Time controls or photocells for exterior

lighting T5 or T8 light bulbs CFL and HID Energy efficient windows

Illustrative “Deep” Retrofit Measures

Pictures:"Choosing Skylights for Your Metal Building." Choosing Skylights for Your Metal Building. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015. "SOLATUBE SKYLIGHTS." Inhabitat Sustainable Design Innovation Eco Architecture Green Building SOLATUBE SKYLIGHTS

Lighting: Add skylights and light pipes

Including a redesign of the lighting system to reduce the number of fixtures.

Upgrade interior lighting and add lighting controls

Upgrade exterior lighting and add controls

Reduce lighting power density and manage energy use in tenant spaces Using ambient, direct/indirect, and task

lighting

Improved Operational and Maintenance Practices

Heating and cooling energy expenses can amount to about $1000 or more annually

Simple Steps to reduce cost: Change air filters regularly Properly use programmable thermostats Have the heating and cooling equipment maintained annually

“Quick Win” Energy Savings Measures

Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation (HVAC): Add automatic door controls

Shut off cooling when doors are open

Replace existing wall fans High-volume, low-velocity equipment instead

Install doors between conditioned and unconditioned spaces

Install variable speed ceiling fans

Illustrative “Deep” Retrofit Measures

Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation (HVAC): Replace HVAC system and thermostats

Chiller plant retrofit

New air handling layout and installation of variable air volume units

Install CO2 sensors for control of outside air brought into the building based on occupancy levels

Replace or refurbish boilers and switch from central to modular system

Illustrative “Deep” Energy Saving Measures

Building Envelope: Install high efficiency windows with suspending coated film and gas

fill Install insulated reflective barriers Upgrade the roof by increasing reflectivity, or installing vegetation,

or upgrading insulation

More Renewable Energy

Only 6.3% renewable energyused in the U.S.

U.S. aims to get that number to 10-20%

Pennsylvania aims to have 10% renewable energy by 2025

Entering the Renewable Energy Market

Financial Incentives: many available incentives for buying renewable energy

Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) Lists incentives and regulations for renewables in your area Offers tax deductions for energy efficiency

Energy Services Company (ESCO) Identify and evaluate energy savings opportunities, then recommend a package of

improvements and savings Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

The property rights to the environmental, social, and other non-power qualities of renewable electricity generation

Green-e: certification to consider for renewable energy Certifies environmental commodities and products that mitigate climate change

and help build a sustainable energy future 3 Types of Renewable energy can be certified:

RECs, utility green pricing programs, competitive electricity products

Renewable Energy: Solar

Cleanest and most abundant source Four Types of Solar

Photovoltaic (PV), Heating and Cooling Systems, Concentrated Solar Power, Lighting

Versatile: Panels can be installed in various areas (rooftop, ground,

etc.)

Government is challenged with scaling up incentives to encourage production of solar energy Drives price down

Costs and Benefits: Building 50% more efficient; increases property value PA offers rebates and tax incentives for solar systems Upkeep inexpensive and many business offer free inspection

Renewable Energy: Wind

Fastest growing renewable energy sector Three Models of Wind Power Ownership

Lease: lease your land to a commercial-scale wind energy developer Community: group, organization, or entity develops and owns a commercial-

scale project in the community Small Business: you, your business own and operate a small-scale turbine

Benefits/Risks Wind energy often brings in positive cash flows after initial investment Government has incentives that can get businesses started PA Net Metering Program: gives retail credit for every watt of electricity

produced Less predictable than solar: wind movement varies Opposition due to wind or visual obstructions of turbines

Renewable Energy: Biomass

Accounts for 53% of all renewable usage in the U.S. Clean, Cheap, and Available

Five Biomass Categories Virgin Wood: forestry, arboricultural activities, wood processing Energy Crops: high yield crops grown for energy applications Agricultural residues: residues from agriculture harvesting or processing Food Waste: from food and drink manufacturer, preparation and processing,

and post-consumer waste Industrial Waste: from manufacturing and industrial processes

Benefits/Risks Burning to covert to heat has negative effects and wastes energy Biomass could play a big role with the worlds shifting reliance on foreign fuels Biomass is needed to make ethanol and biodiesel, 2 most common biofuels

Renewable Energy: Low Impact Hydroelectric

Of the five renewables, most used in the world Least clean renewable Hydro energy involves:

Building dams, reservoirs, and sometimes power plants to capture water

Water captured and put through turbines to produce energy Process can be damaging to natural habitats and use a

significant portion of a community’s water supply

Benefits when not abused or overused: Minimal pollution, water provided free by nature, reduces

GHG emissions, low operation and maintenance costs, technology reliable and proven, fuel is consistently available

Other renewables more popular in U.S. Lower investment, greater availability, limited impact on

environment

Renewable Energy: Geothermal

Five step process that involves extracting heat from the earth’s surface

Most predominant in Hawaii, Alaska, and other western states

Most abundant in geologically and seismically active areas Geothermal becoming a possibility in less geologically

active areas New technologies and techniques

Benefits/Risks Requires a geologist or scientist to locate the best position for

drilling and an engineer to oversee the process Water used could potentially be bio-hazardous and must be

disposed of properly to be considered clean Construction of plants costly, but return on investment can be

profitable

Goal Setting

Once the potential for improvement has been estimated, goals can be established at the appropriate organizational levels.

Energy performance goals should be: Formally established Recognized by senior management as a mission for the entire

organization

Goal Setting

Specific quantity or percentage reduction Example: 10 percent reduction or a decrease of 300 million Btus

Best-in-class Aims for a certain level of performance compared to an established

benchmark

Threshold goals The minimum acceptable level of performance.

Stretch goals Levels beyond the minimum or targets that are used to create an

incentive for greater achievement

Project Planning & Implementation

Develop Implementation Plan Define technical steps and targets Determine roles and resources Implement selected operational improvements

Project Planning & Implementation

Create a communication plan Develop targeted information for key audiences about your

energy management program. Raise awareness Build support at all levels of your organization for energy

management initiatives and goals. Build capacity Motivate Track and monitor

Performance Tracking

Picture: "Six Tools for Tracking Energy Performance." Six Tools for Tracking Energy Performance. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Verification of achievement of performance improvement during and following the completion of a project, ideally based on bill analysis

Performance feedback helps to evolve performance program guidelines and goals to reflect realized savings

Certified Energy Manager

Source: Guide to Energy Management, 7th Ed.

AEE’s Certified Energy Manager Most widely recognized energy management

credential worldwide Energy cost savings of 5-15% quickly

obtained; eventual savings of 30% is common Five-day in-depth, comprehensive learning

seminar that improves understanding of: Cost Reduction Techniques, Energy

Management, HVAC, LEED, Life Cycle Analysis

Certified Energy Manager Exam & Final Certification

Certified Energy Manager Training Program offered here at Duquesne University

Energy Efficiency: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Energy-saving light bulbs save $5 per year (per bulb) in utilities Energy Star equipment provides 20% savings on utility bills State financial incentives available for renewable energy & energy

efficiency projects

Environmental Renewable energy is clean Comes from natural sources (sunlight, wind, water)

Social Improves health and quality of life for your employees and stakeholders

Conserve Water

Low-Flow Toilets Sensor Faucets

Controls Usage Less Leakage

The Water Footprint Calculator/Water Audit

Business’ Water Usage

Water Conservation Produces cost

savings Better

management of pumps, pipes, and maintenance saves money

Water usage decreased by 35% in many businesses by installing high efficiency units

10%

15%

35%

40%

Business' Typical Water Usage

Washing Clothes

Kitchen

Shower, Bath, & Faucet

Toilets

Low-Flow Toilets

Source: "Master ROI Table." Master ROI Table. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Urinals offered Allows for a 20% decrease in water use per flush Average sized business uses 112,200 gallons of water

annually on toilet usage Cost per flush is$0.002 Savings by changing to a low flow toilet are more than $1000 annually

TOTAL SAVINGS and Average Payback/ROI

Payback Time in Years:

Added Cost:

Annual SAVINGS

10 Year SAVINGS

Return on Investment (ROI):

Water Efficient Toilets

2.0 $50 $1,320 $11,360 50%

Sensor Faucet

Source: "Master ROI Table." Master ROI Table. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Saves water by controlling usage based on movements Saves water because it is less likely to leak Reduces spread of germs in the bathroom

Employees healthier and able to work

Many have aerators that reduce water usage while retaining spray coverage area

TOTAL SAVINGS and Average Payback/ROI

Payback Time in Years:

Added Cost:

Annual SAVINGS

10 Year SAVINGS

Return on Investment (ROI):

Low Flow Faucets (4 faucets)

3 $300 $100 $1,000 33.3%

Water Use Tracking

Source: T. DataTrends (n.d.): n. pag. Energy Star. Web.

Organizations across the country measure and track water use Over 50,000 buildings Use the U.S. EPA

ENERGY STARPortfolio Manager

Represent close to 20%

Water Footprint Calculator

Reasons to track water usage Physical risk: companies may increasingly face freshwater shortage in

their supply chain or operations Reputational risk: corporate image may be damaged when questions

arise among the public about equitable water use Regulator risk: governmental interference and regulation will increase Financial risk: previous risks may translate into increased costs or

reduced revenues

The Water Footprint Widely accepted means of tracking water Measures water usage from manufacturing to daily office use The Water Footprint Assessment Manual available for free:

www.waterfootprint.org

Local water agency Conduct a water audit to identify conservation opportunities

Conserve Water: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Provides monthly water bill savings of 35% on average

Environmental Stabilizes the hydrologic cycle Efficient use of energy to process and deliver water Effective allocation of fuel resources

Social Positive publicity More suitable work environment

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Wastes

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Steps for waste reduction at the office Ideas for waste reduction in manufacturing Recycling Data

Dispose Properly of Hazardous Waste eWaste

Unwanted electronics a the end of their useful life

Donate Ideas for donating goods to the community

WasteWise Assists companies with waste reduction and recycling

Where Does The Waste Go?

3 things happen to municipal solid waste Goes to landfills: 54% Gets recycled: 34% Gets composted or turned

into energy: 12%

U.S. recycling has increased by 28%

Easy and often comes with incentives

Many cities require businesses to recycle

54%34%

12%

3 Things Happen to MSW

Landfill

Recycle

Composted/Energy

Ways to Manage Waste

Reduce Double-sided writing and printing to reduce paper use Refrain from handing out multiple page documents when

presenting Use overhead projectors

Access to training manuals and company information available electronically

Make digital information portable Tablet, Phone, Flash Drive, Shared Drive

Turn off electronics when they are not in use

Ways to Manage Waste

Picture: "Customer Services." Cheapest Printer Inks and Toners HP Toners Recycled Toners Mouse2Housecouk RSS. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Reuse Refillable toner cartridges for printers Reusable envelopes for sending documents between departments Rechargeable batteries Reuse corrugated boxes for shipping supplies between

offices Collaborate with suppliers, shippers, and customers

Refillable pens and mechanical pencils Pens, pencils, and paper made from recycled content Fine-point pens to save on ink

Ways to Manage Waste

Recycle Paper Batteries Steel Cans Aluminum Bottles Tires Glass Containers Yard Trimmings Plastics

eWaste

Unwanted electronics (computers, televisions, telephones, etc.)

Contains hazardous materials Lead, mercury, and cadmium

You can request a pickup of eWaste Commonwealth Computer Recycling

(http://www.ccrcyber.com/dropoff-locations/) ALL GREEN: Pennsylvania Electronic Waste

Recycling (http://www.allgreenrecycling.com/pennsylvania/)

Major retailers have eWaste programs AT&T, Verizon, Best Buy, Dell, LG

Ways to Manage eWaste

Picture: "Free Electronics Recycling Today." 21Alive. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Recycle Unwanted Electronics Phones Computers Printers Audio Equipment Televisions Monitors Laptops

Donate

If you cannot use it, someone else may be able to use it What can be donated?

Unwanted office supplies to nonprofit organizations, charities, schools Excess building materials and supplies to local low-income housing

developers Cafeteria leftovers for use as animal feed or compost

Where can donations be made? Waste to Charity (http://www.wastetocharity.org/) Goodwill (http://www.goodwillswpa.org/) Salvation Army (http://wpa.salvationarmy.org/) Habitat for Humanity (http://www.pittsburghhabitat.org/)

WasteWise

Free EPA offered program Assists organizations in applying sustainable materials

management practices to: Reduce municipal and select industrial waste

Special Initiative Areas Paper Organic Materials Packaging Electronics Buildings

Eligibility All U.S. businesses, local governments, and non-profit organizations

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Waste: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Efficient product production and packaging Effective business operations Donations and Reuse offer cost savings to new users

Environmental Directs waste to more sustainable sources Properly disposing of hazardous waste and eWaste sustains life

Social Assists with gaining a competitive advantage in the market Provides education to general public

Prevent Pollution

Types of Pollution and How to Prevent it Outdoor vs. Indoor

Methods to Assess and Reduce Pollution Footprint Measurement Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Understand Products Life-Cycle Life-Cycle from Raw Materials to Manufacturing to

Disposal

Pollution Control Grants and Loans Government Assistance is available to fund

pollution reduction projects

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Energy Atmospheric increase in CO2

(Greenhouse effect) is human induced

Global Warming is caused by greenhouse gases

More efficient business practices can reduce impact on the environment

Greenhouse gas emission by source

Outdoor Pollution

Picture: "Land Pollution." Pollution. N.p., n.d. Web.

Land Pollution Chemical and Nuclear Plants, Industrial

Factories, Oil Refineries, Human Sewage, Mining, Littering, Landfill Waste, Debris

Land Pollution Prevention Recycle Reuse any items possible Buy biodegradable products Store all liquid chemicals and waste in

spill-proof containers Eat organic foods, grown without

pesticides Buy products with minimal packaging Safer process for industrial business

Outdoor Pollution

Picture: "Pollution." National Geographic. N.p., n.d. Web.

Air Pollution Vehicle Emissions, Tobacco Smoke,

Coal, Combustion, Power Plants, Manufacturing Facilities, Aerosol Sprays

Air Pollution Prevention Carpool or join a ride share with

friends and co-workers Walk or bike when possible Keep car maintenance updated Avoid products in aerosol spray cans Avoid using lighter fluid Use more efficient cleaners Inspect gas appliance and heaters

regularly

Outdoor Pollution

Picture: "Water Pollution." Water Pollution. N.p., n.d. Web.

Water Pollution Factories, Refineries, Waste Treatment

Facilities, Mining, Pesticides, Fertilizers, Sewage, Oil Spills, Household Chemicals

Water Pollution Prevention Dispose of chemical properly Avoid throwing trash, chemicals, solvents

into sewer drains Inspect septic system every 3-5 years Avoid using pesticides and fertilizers that

can run off into water systems Use non-chemical cleaning materials

Indoor Pollution

Common Types of Pollutants Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) Radon (Rn) Formaldehyde Pesticides Asbestos Lead (Pb)

Indoor Pollution

Sources of Office Air Pollution Environmental tobacco smoke Asbestos from insulating and fire-retardant building supplies Formaldehyde from pressed wood products Carpet Cleaning materials and activities Adhesives Copying machines Photography and print shops Dirty ventilation systems or water-damaged walls, ceilings, carpets Pesticides from pest management practices

Indoor Pollution

Causes of Indoor Pollution: Inadequate ventilation

Moisture/Condensation on windows or walls Smelly and stuffy air Dirty central heating and air cooling equipment Areas where mold develops

High temperature and humidity levels Age of source and the maintenance of it Building materials, furnishing, and household products

release pollutants

Indoor Pollution

Effects of Indoor Pollution: Sick building syndrome

Several people are affected

No specific source of the illness found Indoor air quality problems cause discomfort People feel better when they eliminate the pollution source

Immediate Effects: show up after a single or repeated exposure Irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, dizziness, and fatigue Short-term and treatable Simple eliminating exposure to the source can be the answer Similar to those from colds or other viral diseases

Indoor Pollution

Long-Term Effects: Health effects that show up: Years after exposure After long or repeated periods of exposure

Prevention: Install and use exhaust fans that are vented to the outdoors Ventilate the attic and crawl spaces to prevent moisture Clean and dry water-damaged carpets and materials Keep the building clean Increase the amount of outdoor air coming indoors Have central air handling systems inspected annually Research pollutants

Footprint Measurement

Source: "Environmental." EPA. Environmental Protection Agency, n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Durable Goods Calculator (DGC): Understand the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission implications of various disposal methods for durable goods.

Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator: Calculate and communicate your greenhouse gas reduction strategy, reduction targets, or other initiatives aimed at reducing GHG emissions.

NRC Environmental Benefits Calculator: Exit EPA Disclaimer Determine the GHG and energy benefits of current waste disposal practices.

Office Carbon Footprint Tool: Develop an estimate of their GHG emissions from a variety of sources including company-owned vehicle transportation; purchased electricity; waste disposal; and leased assets, franchises, and outsourced activities.

Recycled Content (ReCon) Tool: Estimate life-cycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and energy impacts from purchasing and/or manufacturing materials with varying degrees of post-consumer recycled content.

Small Business/Low Emitter Tool: Small and medium-sized organizations, and larger service-sector businesses can use the tools on this page to measure and reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, also known as a “carbon footprint.

Smartway calculator: Compare the costs and estimate the fuel savings associated with various efficiency technologies.

Waste Reduction Model (WARM): Track and voluntarily report greenhouse gas emissions reductions from several different waste management practices. Calculates and total GHG emissions of baseline and alternative waste management practices—source reduction, recycling, combustion, composting, and landfilling.

ASK SHEA http://www.epa.gov/smm/wastewise/carboncalc.htm http://rs.acupcc.org/stats/ghg-scope-stats/

Life-Cycle Analysis

Technique used to assess the environmental aspects and potential impacts associated with a product, process, or service

Tools for conducting an LCA GaBi, SimaPro, umberto

Four steps of the LCA Definition of goal, scope, and bounds Inventory analysis Impact assessment Improvement assessment

Pollution Control Loans and Grants offered by: Environmental Protection Agency: P2, PPIN, SRA Grants Small Business Administration: Pollution Control Loan

Prevent Pollution: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Federal and state funding available to small businesses The entire community benefits economically due to a cleaner

environment

Environmental Assists in maintaining healthy biodiversity that sustains life

Social Improves the overall health of the community

Design, Buy, & Sell Green Products

Green Product Design and Procurement Process Review Guidelines

Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) Both Guidelines put forth by the EPA

Identify Greener Materials Conduct a materials inventory and get ideas for green products

Identify Other Product Design Improvements Research ways to improve packaging and delivery. Design products that are reliable, repairable, upgradable, and

recyclable

Market Your Green Products Get products certified or labeled and advertise the product

Making Automotive Greener

Electric Energy efficient, no reliance on fossil fuels, no tailpipe pollutants, more quiet

and smooth performance

Hybrid (HEVs) Combine the benefits of gasoline engines and electric motors Improves fuel economy, enhances power, increases driving ranges

Fuel Cell Elimination of CO2 emissions and reduced oil dependence

Biodiesel Biodiesel is safe, biodegradable, produces fewer pollutants

Natural Gas (CNG or LNG) One of the cleanest burning alternative fuels, less expensive than gas, reduce

greenhouse gas emissions by 30-40%

Making Automotive Greener

SmartWay Partner EPA partnership program Calculates fuel

consumption and carbon footprint within the transportation process of the supply chain

Members are able to choose: More efficient carries Assess optimal mode choices

Reduce overall transport carbon footprint

Making Food Greener

Organic Food produced without using the conventional inputs of modern, industrial

culture Makes up 2% of the U.S. food market, but is growing U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) organic seal

Meat and Seafood Labels Ensure that you are purchasing sustainable meat Meat labels gain support from the USDA to receive approval for a label

Buy Local Food harvested within a 100 miles radius Minimizes the environmental impacts associated with supply chains Often cheaper, because retailers can afford to price it lower, since they rarely

have to pay suppliers Creates positive brand image

Making Food Greener

Restaurants The Green Restaurant Association

Provide certification to restaurants that meet standards for Water & energy efficiency, waste reduction & recycling, sustainable furnishings & building

materials, sustainable food, & pollution reduction

Benefits of certification Generates positive publicity, cuts costs, improves staff productivity & morale, builds

customer base and loyalty, stays ahead of legislation, creates a healthier work environment

Packaging Be innovative when creating or redesigning packaging to reduce

environmental impact No packaging is good for the environment, but minimizing the

environmental risk should be the goal Example: Heinz PlantBottle (2011)

Making Financial Greener

Mortgages Lower interest rates for clients who purchase:

New energy efficient homes, invest in retrofits, invest in green power and appliances

Home Equity Loans Reduced rate home equity loans can help motivate customers to install

residential renewable energy technologies Commercial Building Loans Attractive loan designs characterized by lower energy consumption of 15-25%

and reduced waste and pollution

Car Loans Encourage the purchase of high efficiency cars

Credit Cards Cards that have benefits linked to sustainable activities

Microfinance Helps improve assets and income in countries by helping small business owners

get established

Making Healthcare Greener

Abundant dangers in hospitals and medical clinics Very energy and water intensive sector 3 Improvements can be made

Adherence to green building standards Reduction in water consumption Better energy efficiency in medical equipment

Recycling Medical Equipment Consider selling or donating equipment as it ages Environmentally friendly and financially beneficial DotMed: www.dotmed.com buys and sells old medical equipment

Making Technology Greener

Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) Certification that covers efficiency of desktops, laptops,

monitors, and other work stations Meet ENERGY STAR specifications Requires that manufacturers offer an end-of-life take-back

program

Eco-Logo Certification that has released standards for office equipment: Copiers, printers, and malfunctional units (MFUs) Must meet ENERGY STAR criteria Take-back program for recycling equipment at the end of its

useful life

Making Retail Greener

Apply Standards for Own-Brand Green Products Many retailers develop their own line of green products Specific to their business and standards

Use Third-Party Certification Gives products extra credibility Numerous retailers opting for merchandise with labels developed outside of

their organization

Eliminate some of the Most Undesirable Products Retailers are screening products that have harmful impacts on the

environment Examples: Packaging, Plastic Bags, Chemicals

Making Retail Greener

Specialize in Eco-Friendly Products Increasing number of retailers are catering to customers that seek out

greener merchandise

Form Partnerships Difficult for a retailer to succeed on its own when introducing green products Partnerships could be important in creating innovative strategies

Placement Place products in high profile spots of your store and website

Design, Buy, & Sell Green Products: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Provides favorable cost savings Build the market through business procurement of green products and

services

Environmental Responsible and efficient use of natural resources Improves the prospects for long-term sustainable use of resources

Social Environmentally responsible companies are preferred by customers Buying local products bolsters the local economy Creates new business opportunities and jobs in the community

Build Green

Picture: "FIRST GREEN CONVENTION CENTER in Pittsburgh." Inhabitat Sustainable Design Innovation Eco Architecture Green Building FIRST GREEN CONVENTION CENTER in Pittsburgh Comments. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

A Smart Building Business Plan Planning for a Green Building Project Building for Energy and Water Efficiency Green Building Materials

Green Build Trends

Green Building growing fast and has generated government support and become a competitive advantage

Pittsburgh often considered one of the leaders of green building First LEED-certified college residence hall and convention center “Top 10 Metro” for green jobs (Global Insight)

5,000 green building product manufacturers employing 200,000 people

Facts Shown over a 20 year life period, green buildings have yielded $53 to $71

per sq. ft. return on investment Compared to standard buildings, green building have been to: (U.S. General

Services Administration) Lower maintenance costs by over 20% Reduce Energy use more than 25% Lower greenhouse gas emissions by 33% Significantly increase occupant satisfaction

Green Building Can Reduce

33-39%

40%

24-50%

70%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80%

CO2 EMISSIONS

WATER USE

ENERGY USE

SOLID WASTE

Reduction Percentages

Green Buildings Can Reduce

A Smart Green Building Business Plan

Do Research Understand the policies guiding green building, especially if a certification is

the goal

Pick a specialty: 7 Categories Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Water Efficiency Environmentally Preferable Building Materials and Specifications Waste Reduction Toxics Reduction Indoor Air Quality Smart Growth and Sustainable Development

Get Certified LEED Living Building Challenge Class-G

Green Building Certifications

LEED http://www.usgbc.org/leed Created by the USGBC

Rates design and construction practices that would define green building

Throughout North America, in over 30 countries, with over 6,300 projects

7 credit categories to earn points: Site Selection, Water Efficiency, Energy & atmosphere, Materials &

Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Regional Priority, Innovation in Deign

Four Levels of Certification: Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum

Living Building Challenge http://living-future.org/lbc Philosophy, advocacy tool and certification program Addresses development at all scales

7 Performance Areas: Site, Water, Energy, Health, Material, Equity, Beauty

Provides a framework for design, construction and the relationship between people and the environment

Green Building Certifications

Class-G http://www.class-g.org/ Mission: to enable organizations to track and improve their

sustainability initiatives Focuses on providing an affordable, easy-to-implement

sustainability tracking program Features

Affordability: Low-cost barrier to entry Ease of Use: Easy to use yes/no checklist of 100+ most essential sustainability

factors Transparency: Explicitly publishing sustainability claim and the ability for

anyone to submit comments as to the veracity of the sustainability claims Tracking: Dashboard of all rated locations, with the ability for clients to leverage

best practices to elevate lesser performing locations Continuous Improvement: Maintaining a wish list of planned sustainability

initiatives Engagement: Tools to communicate to employees, customers and other

stakeholders exactly what sustainability initiatives have been implemented

Planning for a Green Building Project

Site Selection Crucial, as the orientation of the facility can alter energy efficiency, toxicity

levels and runoff

Planning for Waste EPA lists steps to planning for waste reduction: Contact local builder association, county solid waste department, or state

environmental agency Consider whether deconstruction techniques can be used to prepare your

site for renovation or construction Check with local salvagers before purchasing new products

Building for Energy & Water Efficiency

The step that will likely gain the highest cost savings Reducing energy and water usage Install Energy Star Equipment The Green Power Partnership Program

Tool for businesses interested in investing in clean and renewable energy Possible savings for use of green energy and emissions reduced

Water Efficiency Develop a water efficiency plan to understand the possible amount of

savings

WaterSense EPA Partner, helps businesses procure third-party related and certified

water efficient goods Products with the WaterSense label are more water efficient and

differentiated then other similar products

Green Building Materials

5 criteria to consider when purchasing products for a green building Resource Efficiency Indoor Air Quality Energy Efficiency Water Conservation Affordability

Procurement of Goods Steps in Procurement Process

Procurement Language: clauses in purchasing agreement ensuring product efficiency

Educate Vendors & Team: ensure that everyone is educated about products

Purchase Energy Star Products Estimate Savings & Report Them

Build Green: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Savings of $62 per square foot over a 20 year period on average

Environmental Efficient waste, water, energy, and pollution practices

Social LEED and Energy Star certifications are favored by stakeholders Increases occupants work attendance

Develop an Environmental Management/Sustainability Plan

Construct a “Green Team” Functional Team within the Business

Implement Environmental Standards ISO 14001: Environmental Management ISO 15001: Energy Management

Track and Report GRI: Global Reporting Initiatives (G.3.1, G4) KPI: Key Performance Indicators Sustainability Scorecard Maturity Assessment

Involve Employees Education & Training Incentives Individual Contribution

Why Report Sustainability Efforts?

Source: RCx Building Diagnostics

Reporting is becoming essential Corporate Sustainability Reports

48% of the S&P 500 are reporting non-financial environmental and social benefits

95% of Global Fortune 250 companies are reporting on corporate sustainability

More Sustainable Supply Chain Sustainable criteria for suppliers

Construct a “Green Team”

Implement a “Green Team” headed by a green champion Chief Sustainability Officer or Vice President of

Sustainability Relatively new position Helps transform organization by implementing and enforcing sustainability

policies Assembles and leads the “Green Team”

“Green Team” Individuals who understand the company’s daily practices Ideally members from different departments Maintains sustainable initiatives and educates employees Beneficial for members to gain accreditations

Implement Environmental Standards

Source: "Home." Certification. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

ISO 14001 Framework for a strategic approach for environmental policy, plans and

actions General requirement for an environmental management system Intention is not to specify levels of environmental performance Promote effective and efficient environmental management in

organizations ISO 50001

Framework for industrial plants Could influence up to 60% of the world’s energy use Objectives:

Help organizations better use energy Create transparency Promote energy management best practices Energy efficiency throughout the supply chain New Energy efficient technologies

Track & Report

Source: "GRI Certified Training Partners." CTP. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Most widely accepted Sustainability

Reporting Framework in the world Allows stakeholders to compare sustainability

related data Mission: Disclosure of environmental, social,

economic performance Guidelines:

G3.1 New G4

Useful tool for management decisions, reducing costs, brand reputation, market differentiation

Benchmarking & corporate governance tool

Track & Report

Source: Lydenberg, Steven D., Jean Rogers, and David Wood. From Transparency to Performance: Industry-based Sustainability Reporting on Key Issues. Cambridge, MA: Hauser Center for Nonprofit Organizations, 2010. Web.

Key Performance Indicators Indicators focus on sustainability data that is most material to most

stakeholders Enable corporate management, investors, and other stakeholders to

encourage improvements of the organizations sustainability performance

Six Step Method Assemble a broad universe of sustainability risks or opportunities Select an industry classification system Establish a definition of materiality to address non-financial issues Apply the materiality test to the sustainability issues that are applicable Rank the materiality of these issues each industry and establish a threshold

that identifies issues that are key Create a tailored set of key performance indicators for the most material

issues for each sector

Track & Report

Source: "What Is a Maturity Model, and Why Use One?" What Is a Maturity Model, and Why Use One? N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Maturity Model Allows an organization to have methods and processes Assessed according to management best practice, against clear set

external benchmarks

Benefits Precise recommendations on how to improve Ability for organizations to compare their Maturity Level with other

organizations, or other parts of their organization Improvement on self assessments Independently held set of benchmarks

Track & Report

Source: "What Is a Maturity Model, and Why Use One?" What Is a Maturity Model, and Why Use One? N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Track & Report

Source: "P&GSuppliers." Sustainability Scorecard. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2015.

Sustainability Scorecard Tracks improvement on key partner related sustainability measures in the

supply chain Partners are requested to report sustainability results related to the product

or service

Involve Employees

Education & Training Steps to Train Employees on New Sustainability Initiatives

Explain and Show Importance Use easily understood demonstrations and examples Link new teachings to knowledge employees already have Provide learning exercises to gain feedback Provide job aids (roadmap, list of goals, or illustrations) Embed training within a meeting, work session, briefing Base training and communication plan on stakeholder needs

Incentives Incentives increase responsible behavior Financial or recognition-based rewards are effective

Individual Contribution Set aside time for employees to contribute to the community

Develop an Environmental Management/Sustainability Plan

Source: GoGreenPlus.org

Develop a simple and effective sustainability plan: Step 1: Write a vision or mission statement

Step 2: Research other organizations sustainability plans & projects

Step 3: Identify areas of impact (environmental & social)

Step 4: Outline specific goals and targets

Step 5: Determine implementation of the goals

Step 6: Determine timelines for each goal

Step 7: Decide metrics to measure goals

Step 8: Create a reporting plan

Sustainability Plan: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Increases cost effectiveness Creates a business-wide culture of economic efficiency

Environmental Increased transparency and standards Assessment of progress toward reaching goals Goals are set and obtained

Social Empowerment and individual impact provided to employees Environmentally friendly companies are attractive to stakeholders Boost in employee morale, retention, and job satisfaction

Join Industry Partnership and Stewardship Programs

Available Certifications: Household products & consumer goods: GreenSeal Agriculture, manufacturing, and electricity: Scientific Certification

Systems (SCS) Technology: EPEAT Energy efficient products: ENERGY STAR Organic food: USDA Organic Renewable energy: Green-e Wood products: SCS and Smartwood (Criteria set by Forestry

Stewardship Council (FSC) Green buildings: LEED

EPA Partnerships

Partnership & Stewardship Programs: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Add economic value to products, services, and buildings

Environmental Support outside sources that:

Enhance environmentally friendly practices Advance sustainability practices that positively impact the environment

Social Customers and investors believe in certification and use them to make

informed buying and investment decisions

Comply with Environmental Regulations

Sources: epa.gov, sba.gov, padep.gov

Laws and Regulations

Permits Clean Air Act, Endangered Species, Wetlands, & Resource

U.S. Laws & Regulations:

Clean Air Act (CAA)

Clean Water Act(CWA)

Pollution Prevention Act (PPA)

Energy Policy Act

Primary Function Regulates AirEmissions

Regulates Discharges of Pollutants into the Waters

Reducing the Amount of Pollution

Addresses Energy Production

P.A. Laws &Regulations:

Clean Streams Act

Air Pollution Control Act (APCA)

Conservation District Law

Safe Packaging Act

Primary Function Improve the Quality of the Water Streams

Reduction & Prevention of Air Pollution

Conservation of Natural Resources

Regulates ToxicMaterials Used in Packaging

Comply with Regulations: Contributions to the TBL

Economic Incentives available for being an environmental leader

Environmental Protects health and safety of employees and the community

Social Positive publicity and marketing Attracts stakeholders support High-level employee morale and retention

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