West Windsor Green Business Recognition Program
West Windsor Green Business Recognition Program Criteria Checklist Business Name:____________________________________________________________________________ Address (Location):________________________________________________________________________ Address (Mailing):_________________________________________________________________________ Name/Title of Person Completing Checklist:___________________________________________________ I certify that the information provided below is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Signature:___________________________________________ Date:________________________________ Check each action that your business has undertaken. Provide a brief description of applicable actions. Use additional pages if needed. LANDSCAPE Landscape and stormwater maintenance employ integrated pest management1, #2 Use indigenous plant species. Avoid exotic invasive plant species1, #6 Implement sustainable landscaping practices2 Construct a rain garden2 Brief Description:
WATER Conserve irrigation water use through drip landscape irrigation, soil water sensors, etc.1, #10 Maximize water efficiency – use low flow fixtures for faucets and shower heads, dry fixtures, or occupant sensors1, 2 Use native, drought tolerant plants to reduce landscape watering2 Serve drinking water only by request2 Recycle grey water2 Brief Description:
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
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STORMWATER Stormwater best management practices1, #1 Parking lots or pavers include pervious pavements (eco-pavers, etc)1, #5 Manage stormwater as a resource, such as collection of rainwater for toilet flushing1, #11 Brief Description:
ENERGY Use of solar or other alternative energy generation systems1, #3 Implement L.E.D. light fixtures1, #7 Install timers for lighting and HVAC3 Install motion sensors for light fixtures3 Considered climate, wind, and landscape orientation when siting building to enable energy conservation1, #8 Building exterior promotes passive solar shading (e.g., awnings) and natural daylighting1, #9 Install, calibrate, and maintain equipment for efficient operation1 Implement green roof plantings1 Install light color for roof surface1 Construct energy efficient window wall systems1 Install high efficiency HVAC systems1 Install Energy Star compliant equipment and fixtures1, 3 Purchase electricity generated from renewable sources2 Invest in on-site solar or wind energy2 Install a geothermal heating and cooling2 Conduct an energy audit2, 3 Install energy efficient light bulbs and appliances2 Earn the ENERGY STAR for a commercial or industrial facility2 Purchase Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) to offset carbon emissions3 Brief Description:
May 2016
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RESOURCES Furnishings or building materials were manufactured locally (within 500 miles)1, #4 Reduce or recycle waste1, #14; 2 Reduce waste generated2 Reduce product packaging2 Reduce paper use2 Increase recycling2 Use or purchase materials with recycled, post-consumer content2 Manufacture or sell recycled products2 Compost food scraps and yard waste2 Audit waste stream3 Reduce and reuse waste3 Educate employees re: waste reduction, purchasing choices, reuse, and recycling3 Brief Description:
SOCIAL Incorporate art in the landscape1, #12 Reduce light pollution1, #13 Offer employee welfare and benefit programs2 Ensure equitable hiring practices2 Pay living wages2 Offer affordable housing2 Sell healthy foods2 Participate in corporate philanthropy2 Allow employees on-the-clock participation in community service2 Brief Description:
AIR Implement an indoor air quality management plan1 Use no or low VOC-emitting paints and sustainable building materials1, 2 Brief Description:
May 2016
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TRANSPORTATION Outline a trip reduction strategy2 Facilitate employee participation in carpools or vanpools2 Subsidize public transit for employees2 Offer bicycle parking, lockers, and showers2 Purchase hybrid or fuel-efficient vehicles2 Offer telecommuting or compressed work weeks2 Install electric vehicle charging stations3 Have and enforce an anti-idling policy for delivery vehicles, customers, etc.3 Brief Description:
LOCAL ECONOMY Purchase products from local suppliers2 Offer job training or apprenticeships for local residents2 Hire workers from local colleges and training programs2 Mentor local entrepreneurs and new businesses2 Brief Description:
May 2016
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GENERAL & OTHER Install a green roof2 Achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification or other green building standards for a commercial or industrial facility2 Eliminate the use of toxic chemicals in production processes2 Use green cleaning supplies2 Purchase green products2 Produce or sell environmentally friendly items2 Complete a sustainability self-assessment2 Establish quantifiable goals for improvement2 Submit an annual report of green practices implemented 2 Establish an employee environmental awareness education program3 Brief Description:
Sources: 1
West Windsor Township Green Development Practices Checklist 3-20-09
2
Sustainable Jersey Green Business Recognition Program Action Guidance, Updated March 2016
3
West Windsor Township Climate Action Plan
4
The New Jersey Sustainable Business Registry Program
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
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WATER Conserve irrigation water use through drip landscape irrigation, soil water sensors, etc.1, #10 Maximize water efficiency – use low flow fixtures for faucets and shower heads, dry fixtures, or occupant sensors1, 2 Use native, drought tolerant plants to reduce landscape watering2 Serve drinking water only by request2 Recycle grey water2 Brief Description:
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
Page 1
STORMWATER Stormwater best management practices1, #1 Parking lots or pavers include pervious pavements (eco-pavers, etc)1, #5 Manage stormwater as a resource, such as collection of rainwater for toilet flushing1, #11 Brief Description:
ENERGY Use of solar or other alternative energy generation systems1, #3 Implement L.E.D. light fixtures1, #7 Install timers for lighting and HVAC3 Install motion sensors for light fixtures3 Considered climate, wind, and landscape orientation when siting building to enable energy conservation1, #8 Building exterior promotes passive solar shading (e.g., awnings) and natural daylighting1, #9 Install, calibrate, and maintain equipment for efficient operation1 Implement green roof plantings1 Install light color for roof surface1 Construct energy efficient window wall systems1 Install high efficiency HVAC systems1 Install Energy Star compliant equipment and fixtures1, 3 Purchase electricity generated from renewable sources2 Invest in on-site solar or wind energy2 Install a geothermal heating and cooling2 Conduct an energy audit2, 3 Install energy efficient light bulbs and appliances2 Earn the ENERGY STAR for a commercial or industrial facility2 Purchase Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) to offset carbon emissions3 Brief Description:
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
Page 2
RESOURCES Furnishings or building materials were manufactured locally (within 500 miles)1, #4 Reduce or recycle waste1, #14; 2 Reduce waste generated2 Reduce product packaging2 Reduce paper use2 Increase recycling2 Use or purchase materials with recycled, post-consumer content2 Manufacture or sell recycled products2 Compost food scraps and yard waste2 Audit waste stream3 Reduce and reuse waste3 Educate employees re: waste reduction, purchasing choices, reuse, and recycling3 Brief Description:
SOCIAL Incorporate art in the landscape1, #12 Reduce light pollution1, #13 Offer employee welfare and benefit programs2 Ensure equitable hiring practices2 Pay living wages2 Offer affordable housing2 Sell healthy foods2 Participate in corporate philanthropy2 Allow employees on-the-clock participation in community service2 Brief Description:
AIR Implement an indoor air quality management plan1 Use no or low VOC-emitting paints and sustainable building materials1, 2 Brief Description:
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
Page 3
TRANSPORTATION Outline a trip reduction strategy2 Facilitate employee participation in carpools or vanpools2 Subsidize public transit for employees2 Offer bicycle parking, lockers, and showers2 Purchase hybrid or fuel-efficient vehicles2 Offer telecommuting or compressed work weeks2 Install electric vehicle charging stations3 Have and enforce an anti-idling policy for delivery vehicles, customers, etc.3 Brief Description:
LOCAL ECONOMY Purchase products from local suppliers2 Offer job training or apprenticeships for local residents2 Hire workers from local colleges and training programs2 Mentor local entrepreneurs and new businesses2 Brief Description:
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
Page 4
GENERAL & OTHER Install a green roof2 Achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification or other green building standards for a commercial or industrial facility2 Eliminate the use of toxic chemicals in production processes2 Use green cleaning supplies2 Purchase green products2 Produce or sell environmentally friendly items2 Complete a sustainability self-assessment2 Establish quantifiable goals for improvement2 Submit an annual report of green practices implemented 2 Establish an employee environmental awareness education program3 Brief Description:
Sources: 1
West Windsor Township Green Development Practices Checklist 3-20-09
2
Sustainable Jersey Green Business Recognition Program Action Guidance, Updated March 2016
3
West Windsor Township Climate Action Plan
4
The New Jersey Sustainable Business Registry Program
May 2016
Criteria Checklist
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