Want to be "greener," but unsure of how to go about making your business more environmentally-savvy without a lot of time and expense? The Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce is introducing Green Roots, a new tiered program that gives members the tools and resources to launch, cultivate and expand the green efforts of their businesses. You can start slow or shoot for the stars with this self-audited program

1. Evaluation Information & Instructions
80% of all applicable items of each tier must be completed to each that level
$ - Indicates rebates or incentives available to your business to go "green".
Resources are highlighted to help you complete your level survey
See bottom of survey for submission instructions & contact information
Print the survey and complete boxes with an X or check mark
Highlighted terms can be found on the Green Initiative page - Terms & Definitions www.lvchamber.com/programs/green
The Branches - Level 2
Completed Not Applicable
1 Conduct an official energy/water audit of your facility
2 Update your level 1 action plan with recommendations from the level 2 evaluation
3 Complete 25% of possible improvements from the action plan $
4 Install occupancy sensors $
5 Upgrade older computers and servers
6 Reduce lighting power density to current IECC Standard $
7 Change 75% of lighting to energy efficient lighting $
8 Schedule HVAC tune ups once or twice a year
9 Install programmable thermostats $
10 Evaluate / inspect venting system on all applicable appliances and (kitchen) equipment
11 Install low water use faucets in restroom and kitchen
12 Install low flow pre-rinse nozzles (Restaurants)
13 Install low-flow aerators for sink faucets and bathroom sinks
14 Use a drip emitter for more efficient outside watering
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http://www.nvenergy.com/saveenergy/business/incentives/surebet/documents/applications/NewConstructionApplicationPackage.pdf
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http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=thermostats.pr_thermostats
Check the appropriate box
Green Roots Level 2 ‒ The Branches
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
http://members.questline.com/guest.aspx?accountid=60
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2. 15 Join the Water Conservation Coalition
16 Remove 30% of turf and replace with drought-resistant landscape $
17 Participate in the "Linen Exchange" Program (Hotel/Motel)
18 Schedule a Transportation Event
19 Join free Club Ride Commuter Services program
20 Encourage staff car-pooling or use of public transportation
21 Establish a carpool parking location
22 Use environmentally preferable cleaning materials for office cleaning
23 Install a fax server with network distribution to the desktop
24 Distribute dust or air quality articles
25 Contact the Clark County Department of Air Quality and Environmental Management:
26 Reduce use of disposable kitchen ware
* This is an additional form available on the Green Roots web pages. See Facility Evaluation Form
Member ID #
Directory designation added (date):
092309CG Weblink updated by:
www.accessclarkcounty.com/depts/daqem
Green Roots is a self-administered and self-audited program. Members that complete the survey will receive Green Roots Business designation in the Chamber's on-line Business Directory.
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Once you have completed 80% of the applicable items on the Level 2 - The Branches Survey, submit the form via at fax 702.735.0406 or e-mail to lbotiel@lvchamber.com.
All surveys will be verified. Please ensure that contact information is complete and legible.
Submission Information:
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
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