Energy Independence Month

2007 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 in 2007) the following actions to make our pledge a reality:


 

Change Our Transportation Habits:

Estimated CO2 Reduction (in pounds/year)

 Yes  No  Purchase a fuel efficient vehicle(s)(more than 32mpg) or alternative-fueled vehicle(s).

 5,600
 Yes  No   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

Energy: Use Less and Use Renewable  
 Yes  No   Buy renewable energy from my utility. 31,200
(or more)
 Yes  No   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
(or more)
 Yes  No   Install a solar water heating and/or electrical system on my building. 720
(or more)
 Yes  No   Adjust our thermostat to energy conserving temperatures(68° for heating and 78° for cooling). 500
 Yes  No  Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLS) and replace fluorescent bulbs with high efficiency T-8 or T-5 bulbs 500
(or more)
 Yes  No   When purchasing new office equipment, buy only those products with the Energy Star® label. 500
(or more)

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle  
 Yes  No   Use less stuff and recycle the rest. Identify where I can use less stuff and reuse and recycle more. Apply this rule before I buy more: Use it up, wear it out, make do or do without 850

Other (See the Energy Independence Guide for other business actions.)
 
 

My Company's Total CO2 Reductions   

 

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