Purpose and Commitment

Your Business, LLC is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its operations in ways that are practical, measurable and consistent with providing safe, reliable service. This statement describes the steps Your Business, LLC takes on energy, vehicles, waste and purchasing, how it tracks progress, and how it keeps its environmental claims accurate.

Energy and Facilities

At its facilities, Your Business, LLC:

• Uses LED lighting and turns off lights and equipment when not in use
• Uses programmable or smart thermostats and maintains heating and cooling equipment
• Buys ENERGY STAR certified equipment and appliances where available
• Tracks electricity, gas and water use from utility bills

Vehicles and Travel

Drivers will not idle vehicles for more than [idle minutes] minutes, except when needed for passenger safety or comfort in extreme temperatures, to operate a lift or other equipment, in traffic, or as state or local law allows.

Your Business, LLC will:

• Follow manufacturer maintenance schedules and check tire pressure regularly
• Plan routes and schedule trips to reduce empty miles
• Track fuel use and miles for each vehicle
• Train drivers in fuel-efficient driving, such as smooth acceleration and steady speeds
• Consider hybrid, electric or other lower-emission vehicles at replacement, where they meet service needs

To reduce travel emissions, Your Business, LLC:

• Uses video meetings when they meet the business need

Waste, Recycling and Hazardous Materials

Your Business, LLC will:

• Recycle paper, cardboard, bottles and cans where local services accept them
• Reduce printing and use electronic records and signatures
• Manage batteries, fluorescent lamps and other universal wastes under federal and state rules
• Use certified electronics recyclers and securely wipe devices before disposal
• Follow state and local recycling and organics requirements