ScanHouse Canada

ScanHouse Canada

6930 Palm Ave.
Burnaby,BC
V5J 4M3
http://www.scanhouse.ca/
604 670-6070

To reduce the burden on energy consumption, waste producing, and environmental footprint

energy

• Turn off lights when not in use
• Turn off workplace electronics when not in use
• Install motion sensors or timers on light switches
• Install ENERGY STAR® rated lighting and equipment
• Put reminder stickers on light switches to turn them off
• Optimize heating and cooling systems (21 Celsius when occupied 16 Celsius when unoccupied)
• Use natural lighting whenever possible
• Unblock heat flows by moving furniture
• Switch from incandescent to CFL, HID or LED lighting
• Look for leaks in building’s exterior to make sure you’re not losing energy through the front doors
• Use laptops whenever possible
• Consider using multi-user CPU computing
• Specify 80 plus power supply when ordering computers
• Install programmable water thermostats

water

• Encourage staff to use efficient rinsing techniques
• Install an instant water heater in your kitchen so you don’t have to let the water run
• Provide refrigerated drinking water

travel

• Encourage carpooling to company events and offsite meetings
• Provide one washroom facility where the door can be locked for cyclist/runners to freshen up
• Educate driving staff (fleet management) on efficient driving techniques

waste

• Set printers to ‘double sided’
• Print only necessary documents
• Send memos, quotes and invoices electronically
• Minimize paper usage in meetings
• Provide recycle stations at key locations
• Subscribe to online newspapers and magazines
• Set up a recycle station for items accepted through Return-it and Foam-only
• Use washable cutlery and plates
• Recycle hazardous waste
• Conduct a waste audit
• Implement a policy of zero waste in office
• Establish a food composting station in the kitchen
• Develop a policy of purchasing non-toxic cleaning materials

purchasing

• Purchase FSC Certified or 100% post consumer recycled paper
• Purchase used items whenever possible
• Purchase long life, re-fillable and re-usable products
• Choose green eco friendly printers
• Choose products that don’t produce a lot of waste
• Introduce a policy that supports green and sustainable products
• Support the local economy by buying local
• Choose products that reduce or eliminate pollution and toxins
• Consider employee health and safety when choosing suppliers