Electronic Recycling Association

Electronic Recycling Association

1301 34 Ave SE
Calgary,AB
T2G 1V8
http://www.era.ca
403-262-4488

We want to support the goals of growing and maintaining a healthy community, a beautiful natural environment and a strong economy.

energy

• Turn off lights when not in use
• Turn off workplace electronics when not in use
• Use natural lighting whenever possible
• Unblock heat flows by moving furniture

water

• Encourage staff to use efficient rinsing techniques
• Check all hoses, connectors, and faucets regularly for leaks
• Provide refrigerated drinking water
• Scrape dishes rather than rinsing them before washing
• Discard water into plants instead of the drain

travel

• Encourage carpooling to company events and offsite meetings
• Use webinars, video and teleconferencing

waste

• Print only necessary documents
• Send memos, quotes and invoices electronically
• Minimize paper usage in meetings
• Subscribe to online newspapers and magazines
• Donate outdated electronics
• Recycle hazardous waste

purchasing

• Purchase eco friendly bulk cleaning supplies
• Purchase used items whenever possible
• Choose green eco friendly printers