Energy Independence Campaign

2008 Action Pledge

I pledge that my business will do its part to reduce CO2 emissions and make central Oregon a model of energy independence. Over the next year, we will take (or have already taken) the following actions to make our pledge a reality:

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Column A = We already do this.

Column B = We do not do this.

Column C = We pledge to do this during the next 12 months.

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
A	B	C
			Identify where we can use less materials and reuse and recycle more. Make recycling and reusing easy for employees and customers.	850


Energy: Use Less and Use Renewable
A	B	C
			Buy 100% renewable energy from my utility.	31,200
			Adjust our thermostat to energy conserving temperatures(68° for heating and 78° for cooling).	500
			Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLS) and replace fluorescent bulbs with high efficiency T-8 or T-5 bulbs	500
			Complete an energy audit by the Energy Trust of Oregon and impliment at least two of the recommended conservation measures. Call 1-877-510-6800 or visit www.energytrust.org. ( Pacific Power Customers only .)	1,000
			When purchasing new office equipment, buy only those products with the Energy Star® label.	440
			Install a solar water heating and/or electrical system on my office/building.	720

Change Our Transportation Habits:				Estimated CO2 Reduction (in pounds/year)
A	B	C
			Establish incentives and other programs that encourage our employees to use an alternative to their cars - walking, biking, riding the bus, telecommuting, and/or carpooling - to get to and from work at least one day per week. Call Commute Options for details: 330-2647.	1,590 per employee
			Purchase a fuel efficient vehicle(s)(more than 32mpg) or alternative-fueled vehicle(s).	5,600

Other (See the Energy Independence Guide or www.energyindependencecampaign.org for other business actions.)

	Commit to do at least one Northwest area business trip by bus or train rather than flying.
	Buy locally grown food for business meetings and other functions whenever possible.
	Reduce our purchases of single serving food and drink containers.
	Establish an employee-run “green team” to identify and implement other ideas.


My Company's Total CO2 Reductions


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