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The light-emitting diode (LED) is today’s most energy-efficient and rapidly developing lighting technology. Compared to fluorescent lamps, LEDs use only about half the electricity to produce the same amount of light. Quality LEDs last longer, are less prone to breakage, and offer comparable or better light quality than other types of lighting.
Furniture can contain a lot of hidden toxic chemicals that can either off-gas or rub off products over time, affecting human health. The Minimum Requirements in this guide focus on reducing exposures to harmful chemicals, among other beneficial attributes.
Office electronics such as printers and copiers continue to be a mainstay for most offices. Consequently, purchasing more sustainable electronics represents a significant opportunity to further an agency’s sustainability goals - whether focused on energy consumption, toxics reduction, and/or waste reduction.
Copy and multipurpose papers are used in high volumes to support many of our day-to-day operations. Any white copy paper purchased directly by staff must contain a minimum of 30% post- consumer recycled content to comply with California’s Senate Bill 1383, aka SB 1383, which went into effect January 2022.
Electronics are key feature of most workplaces today. Consequently, purchasing more sustainable electronics represents a significant opportunity to further an agency’s sustainability goals - whether focused on energy consumption, toxics reduction, human/worker rights, and/or waste reduction.
| 11/18/2022StopWaste was recently recognized with the 2022 Edible Communities Sustainability Award for our accomplishments in helping residents, businesses, and schools reduce waste and build healthier, more resilient communities.
Topic BriefsFrom uneaten leftovers to discarded wrapping paper, the holidays come with a lot of waste. In fact, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s, Americans produce 25 percent more waste than average. But with a little planning and intention, we can reduce our footprint while still experiencing the joy of coming together with family and friends.
Participant questions and responses from the November 3rd, 2022 “Donating Edible Surplus Food at Work” webinar.
| 11/09/2022Alameda County’s second schools reusable foodware pilot project launched in Alameda following a successful inaugural launch in Emeryville—replacing single-use lunch trays and plastic utensils with reusable stainless-steel ones.