Tip:
Create and display an environment policy or mission statement.
Why?
It shows customers you're committed to improving their communities. And, it's easy! Check out the following GreenSpot business members' statements: White Castle, Columbus State, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, as well as the City of Columbus' environmental policy.
Tip:
Measure your compliance with local, federal, health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Why?
Find a list of regulations by visiting the national and Ohio chapters of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Tip:
In January of each year submit your green initiatives you've begun.
How?
Use your MyGreenSpot dashboard to submit your green successes.
Optional Commitments:
- Set aside time at each staff meeting to talk about your green efforts.
- Track and post utility bills in a common employee space.
- Openly encourage employees to be responsible environmental stewards in their personal lives.
- Keep employees informed about your green efforts by including updates in newsletters and bulletins.
- Post a list of the requirements for becoming a GreenSpot business where both customers and employees can see it.
- We will openly encourage employees to become GreenSpot at home.
- We will challenge a neighboring business to become a GreenSpot by referring them to the GreenSpot website.