EcoStrategies
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2022 Market Assessment for Organics Diversion through Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling in NW Lower Michigan

2022 National Cherry Festival Waste Management Services Audit

2020 Waste Audit of Building 223 at Historic Barns Park

Dark Sky Informational Sign

Glossary of Energy & Environment Terms

kWh Challenge Actions

Select White Papers Include:

• Historic Barns Park Conceptual Design for Energy Action Planning (2016) "Achieving this vision would place the HBP on a leadership trajectory in to areas: 1) modeling for the community use of energy efficiency as a tool for cost savings and 2) showcasing energy management and technologies for both educational benefit and as a draw for additional visitors to HBP."

• Grand Vision Energy Plan an Energy & Emissions Baseline (2013) "Establishing an energy baseline is a critical step in the development and implementation of a strategic energy action plan."

• Energy Efficiency and Economic Opportunity in Grand Traverse County (2012) "For Grand Traverse County, we conservatively projected $212 million saved over 30 years and the creation 76 jobs annually by focusing on a just few key energy efficiency opportunities."

• Grand Traverse Climate Action Plan for County Government Operations (2011) "The plan provides both specific strategies for reducing energy usage and meeting climate goals as well as a step-by-step planning guide."

Take It Back Directory

Provided by Grand Traverse County Resource Recovery

EcoStrategies Purchasing Rules of Thumb

Ask yourself these questions and take these actions to consume less and positively impact the planet by making wise purchasing decisions.

The Difference Between Compostable & Biodegradable