You may also consider whether it is feasible, and worthwhile, to create your own compost system on site. Some vari- ables to consider would be the amount and nature of the space and funds you have available. There are high-tech options that are on the pricey end, like a computer-controlled BioSpeed system from BioCoTech; there are also DIY op- tions, such as a three-bin system. To decide on the type of on-site system to use, first determine the amount of food waste your site produces. If you’ll only be composting staff lunch waste, for example, then a three-bin system would more than suffice. If you want to take it a step further, to compostable plates and leftovers from your food service locations, then something like a BioSpeed system would be better able to handle such volume. Single-use plastics. Another way to reduce your waste is to reduce the amount of single-use plastics used at your facility. Plastic bottles have a recycling rate of less than 10 percent globally, with most plastics from bottled
water and soda ending up in landfills, the ocean, and our local environments.
Erika Kazi is the owner and director of Kazi Sustainability Consulting, LLC. She is passionate about inspiring small busi- nesses to save money while reducing their environmental impact. erika@kazisustainability.com.
Aluminum bottle alternatives are a much more efficient way to provide customers with a re-sealable contain- er. Water bottle refill stations (low- or high-tech) also help promote the use of reusable bottles. Instead of relying solely on customers to bring their own multi-use bottle, you can also sell branded aluminum water bottles to encourage guests to refill and reuse— and also add an appealing souvenir to your retail mix. An Easy Introduction These achievable efforts offer a variety of ways to introduce sustainability programs to your aerial adventure op- eration. These examples are strategies I recommend to facilities just starting off in their sustainability journey. They are often easy to accomplish with little lo- gistical effort and great pay-off, and are efforts that customers will notice, which can build brand loyalty—especially with the eco-conscious consumer.
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EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator: www.epa.gov/energy/green - house-gas-equivalencies-calculator Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction: www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/ energy-efficient-commercial-build - ings-deduction U.S. Dept. of Energy Grant, Loan, and Financing Programs: www.energy.gov/funding-financing
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