9. Identify the environmental impact of your businessThis step includes worksheets to help you plan strategically. Visit www.epa.gov/osbp/greening.htm to download the worksheets.
11. Step 2. Get Started Environmental and regulatory issues This chart will help you identify outside issues that may affect your company.
12. Step 2. Get Started Identify your motivation Image Increased profit Customer demand Personal convictions Employee satisfaction Regulatory concerns Add value to the community Inspire innovation Desire to be a leader Energy costs Expand customer base Keep up with the competition Environmental Constraints Company longevity Cost of Compliance
18. Assess your impact Step 2. Get Started Office Area Impacts Paper and supplies Solid waste Lighting and HVAC Equipment Water use Purchasing Cleaning air pollution water pollution GHG emissions toxics resource use energy use waste
19. Assess Your Impact Step 2. Get Started Building and Grounds Impacts Water use Mowing Leaf blowing Storm water Pest control Fertilizers air pollution water pollution GHG emissions toxics erosion energy use waste
20. Assess your impact Step 2. Get Started Manufacturing and Business Process Paper Raw material Solid and hazardous waste Toxics Lighting and HVAC Water use Machinery air pollution water pollution GHG emissions toxics resource use energy use waste habitat loss