Become a completely remote company, requiring no office space or regular transportation to/from work
25-50% of your power supply is from on-site renewable energy solutions (solar, wind, geothermal, etc.)
Plant native, regionally-friendly plants to minimize water use and impact on local habitat
Eliminate all single-use paper, styrofoam or plastic cups, plates, and utensils in the kitchen area. Use reusable mugs, dishes, and silverware instead
Schedule regular maintenance on company vehicles to ensure each vehicle is operating as efficiently as possible to reduce emissions
Choose a pest control service that minimizes the use of toxic pesticides
Purchase all office paper products made from 50-100% recycled materials
Use a drip irrigation system for watering landscaping
Properly dispose of all hazardous waste materials including batteries, paint and chemicals, lightbulbs, aerosol cans, and electronics
Install a filtered water tap or water bottle refill station that provide high-quality drinking water
Replace regular light bulbs with LED bulbs
Undergo regular and complete check-ups and maintenance of your HVAC or A/C system
Choose paperless billing with vendors, business partners, and suppliers when possible
Eliminate unnecessary paper usage as much as possible including forms, contracts, meeting agendas and materials, proofs, and drafts
Recycle or sell your used toner cartridges
Purchase recycled or remanufactured toner cartridges
Develop a paper reduction policy that clearly defines when and how items should be printed
Change your HVAC or A/C filters every six months or more frequently as is recommended by filter type
Regularly test your irrigation system to ensure proper configuration, optimized watering schedule, and eliminate overwatering and waste
Print and copy double-sided only
Reuse, sell, or donate used or unneeded furniture, equipment, and office supplies
Use virtual meeting platforms to replace travel when possible
Designate your office as a smoke-free working environment with outside smoking areas 25 feet away from building entry areas and common walkways
Use ceiling fans in place of air conditioning when possible
Organize a sustainability committee to lead your organization’s sustainability program
Complete the GBB getting started steps
Develop a sustainability mission statement for your business and define your company’s core commitments
Populate your company’s sustainability accomplishments in your profile
Announce your commitment to GBB to all employees