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Trim your waste by bulking up
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Reduce waste and save money by switching from single-use items to bulk.
Sustainability resources for home-based businesses
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Home-based businesses can take advantage of residential energy and water saving programs.
3 tips to bring bike riders to your business
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Set up free bike racks and promote your bike friendly offerings.
Don't flush your Franklins down the toilet
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Save money and water by fixing leaky toilets or upgrading to a water-efficient one.
Recycling for a good cause
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It's easier than ever to collect deposit bottles to support a cause you care about.
Sustainability at Work program changes: July 2021
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The Sustainability at Work program and certification has been retired as of July, 2021. However, green business tips and resources are still available on the website, and program staff are still available to help Portland organizations with recycling, compost, and waste reduction.
Packaging: What’s recyclable and what’s not
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Whether you’re mailing packages or receiving them, we’re here to clear up what’s recyclable and what’s not in Portland.
Recycle or not? Face masks, wipes, and more
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Disposable face masks, gloves, and wipes should all go in the garbage. But cardboard boxes and some types of empty plastic containers can be recycled.
Make a difference in the new year and learn how to recycle right
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Use Recycle or Not to help answer your questions.
Tips to save energy at your office
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Whether you lease or own your space, there are lots of things you can do at your office to reduce energy use.
Getting buy-in: Speak to their interests
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Frame your sustainability initiatives in terms decision makers care about.
Ace your waste with dry erase
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Cut down on paper waste by using dry erase alternatives.
Getting buy-in: Suggest a pilot
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Asking for a trial run of a new sustainability initiative can help you get permission to roll it out company-wide.