How to have a Green & Sustainable Business
What is sustainable business?
A sustainable business uses renewable resources and holds itself accountable for the environmental and human rights impacts of its activities. This includes operating in a socially responsible manner and protecting the environment.
Will it cost more?
Some of the green and sustainable practices can cost more money upfront. Others can save you money. Think of green practices as a long term investment.
How do I do it?
Below you will learn about what Maine businesses are doing about their impacts on the environment and how it is improving their business. You also can contribute what you know about becoming a sustainable business.
Blog Entries about Sustainable Business
BrownMeyers's Blog Entries
Digital files let you conduct work your way!
Nov 17, 2009 09:19 AM
Digital documents look and act like your own paper records, except you use them on a computer.
Matt Ethington, president... more
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Sage Solutions
Green Logos
Nov 11, 2009 07:25 AM
A Green Idea
After moving back to Maine from away several years ago, Gwen Hall landed a job as an embroiderer... more
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GreenME's Blog Entries
Greendrinks at Grace Restaurant
Nov 6, 2009 04:28 PM
The second Tuesday of the month approaches, and that means it's time to visit with our new Greendrinks... more
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BrownMeyers's Blog Entries
Top 5 Benefits of Going Paperless!
Nov 4, 2009 01:21 PM
Early in June 2008, Maine was named as one of 12 states selected to receive federal money as incentive for... more
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Sage Solutions
A Green Work-Out
Oct 28, 2009 07:46 AM
How Green is Your Fitness Facility?
While Mainers are growing accustomed to hearing the word “green” when it comes to products... more
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BrownMeyers's Blog Entries
Why Electronic Document Technology?
Oct 25, 2009 12:59 PM
Document scanning and storage into a document management system has the highest Return on Investment (ROI) of any document investment... more
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Conversations about Sustainable Business
BrownMeyers says,
Scan and Save Files Electronically!
Oct 22, 2009 12:07 PM
Scanning and Saving files electronically saves paper and space, while increasing security and efficiency!
Companies that specialize in digital document... more
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GreenME says,
Consolidate your space
May 6, 2009 10:53 AM
The smaller the area you use to do business, the less you have to pay for heating and power. Think... more
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GreenME says,
Grounds for composting
Apr 29, 2009 08:39 AM
Until today, I did not know that coffee grinds and tea bags make great composting material. Basically, you can... more
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Lori L says,
What makes going green important to you?
Apr 28, 2009 10:43 AM
Many of us go green for many reason, I do it because I've seen the detrimental health affect that some... more
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GreenME says,
Shop Around for Green Goods
Apr 8, 2009 07:16 AM
Buying products made from sustainable materials used to mean paying a premium. As the demand increases, and the technology improves,... more
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GreenME says,
Reduce junk mail
Apr 1, 2009 07:19 AM
Reduce the influx of annoying (and eco-unfriendly) junk mail at your home and business by signing up for a service... more
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Sustainable Business Photos
Best Practices
Tips you can use to reduce the impact of your business: Best practices: Cutting idling time saves money Find a battery recycling center Drive right to cut fuel costs Greener cleaners Cool it with the cooling Not all fuel oil is burned equally Shining a light on savingsBusiness Energy Conservation Consultants in Portland
