Work Green & Reduce Your Bottom Line
 Free Compliance Assistance / Pollution Prevention Consultation
Spokane Clean Air provides free P2 consultations to businesses registered with the agency. The goal of the consultation is to help businesses meet permiting requirements, and go above and beyond regulatory requirements to reduce their air pollution emissions.
Reduce Waste and Save Some Green ($$$)
Businesses can save money by reducing the amount of waste they generate. Business waste audits are offered to Spokane County businesses free-of-charge and can range from sending a packet of information outlining waste reduction programs or an on-site consultation. For more information, visit Spokane Regional Solid Waste System.
Got Old Electronics?
Many businesses replace computers and other electronic items regularly. Don't throw these items in the trash! Many of the components in electronics are recyclable. Some computers can even be rebuilt and donated to schools. For more information call the Recycling Hotline, 625-6800 or visit Spokane Regional Solid Waste System.
Become an EnviroStars Certified Business
EnviroStars is a program certifying businesses that protect the environment by properly managing and reducing hazardous materials and waste. To qualify, the business must: be in Spokane County, not generate large quantities of hazardous waste, complete a local source control consultation and an EnviroStars checklist and be in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Benefits include: showing the community your commitment to protecting the environment, attracting customers by being green, creating a safer, healthier work environment, reducing regulatory burden, increasing efficiency, decreasing costs, strengthening supplier and agency relationships, advertising and promotion.
To become at EnviroStar certified business, schedule a free on-site consultation by calling (509) 847-4337.
Pack a Lunch!
Shorter trips actually create the most pollution. Bring your lunch to work, that way you can avoid making the extra mid day trip home or to a restaurant, saving gas, time and air quality.
Out of Office Meetings? Share a Ride!
If you attend meetings outside the office, try carpooling with co-workers or other people attending those meetings. It will save you money on gas, reduce traffic congestion and help clear the air.
 Choose Commute Alternatives!
Ask your employer about alternatives to drivng to work alone. Many employers in Spokane County support transportation alternatives, such as riding the bus, carpooling or working from home. For more information about commute options in Spokane, click here.
What's the Air Like?
Air quality affects how you live and breathe. Like the weather, it can change from day-to-day, or even hour-to-hour. Knowing what the current and forecasted air quality conditions are will allow you to plan your outdoor recreational and physical activities. There are a couple key ways to check current air quality conditions.
More Pollution Prevention Ideas
There are many web-based resources to help guide you and your employer developing and implmenting pollution prevention practices. Here are just a few:
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