Conservation ChallengeGOALWe reached our goal, and have surpassed it by 69 tons. Tons of CO2 eliminated: 280 Actions taken: 384 Participants: 162
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PPool PumpsSubmitted by wes on Fri, 12/12/2008 - 17:27.Pool pumps may be cycled to minimize their operation during on-peak hours by using load management equipment similar to that used in the Concord Light Plant's existing off-peak electric hot water program. They will test existing equipment next summer Green Power Available In ConcordSubmitted by JennaD on Wed, 11/28/2007 - 17:02.Green electricity is now available from Acton Hydro and the Concord Light Plant! Electricity generated from hydro-electric power stations produces minimal pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Sign up for Green Power today from the Concord Light Plant by contacting: Dale Cronan (978) 318-3102 or via email dcronan@concordma.gov. Starting in early 2008 a limited supply of green electricity will be available in 100 kilowatt hour increments for $3 per increment every two months. Read More » PrintersSubmitted by missy on Thu, 06/28/2007 - 12:59.There are dozens of printers that are now certified by The Forest Stewardship Council as sustainable. Click here to see a list of printers by state [PDF]http://www.fscus.org/images/documents/FSC_certified_printers.pdf Review these tips on choosing an environmentally friendly printer http://www.greenbiz.com/resources/printing/tools.cfm?LINKADVID=65975 Or use a company like Greener Printer http://www.greenerprinter.com/ for both printing and mail fulfillment. PaperSubmitted by missy on Tue, 06/26/2007 - 16:38.According to the American Forest and Paper Association, the average American uses more than 748 pounds of paper per year, and waste paper is America’s single largest export by weight. Paper manufacturing alone is the third largest use of fossil fuels worldwide and the single largest industrial use of water per pound of finished product. Printing inks and toner are the second largest uses of carbon black, which is primarily manufactured by the incomplete combustion of oil.1 Guide to Earth-Friendly Papers Read More » Public transportation: carry a bookSubmitted by missy on Tue, 06/19/2007 - 15:00.When you take public transportation, take a book along and turn waiting time into reading time. Paper or plastic? Neither!Submitted by missy on Tue, 06/19/2007 - 14:12.Paper or plastic? Neither - BYOB [bring your own bag] See Grist article Photo Voltaic [PV] Solar for HomesSubmitted by missy on Tue, 06/19/2007 - 12:57.PV - Solar electric. Research websites, write a brief description and add links. Paper Recycling and More: BusinessesSubmitted by missy on Thu, 06/14/2007 - 12:41.Concord sponsors a biweekly paper recycling program for Concord businesses and a twice a year business recycling event for fluorescent bulbs and electronics. Some businesses are also eligible to participate in Concord's curbside collection program. For more information, see http://www.concordnet.org/Pages/ConcordMA_Recycle/commercial  |
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