Recently, CEO Titus Herman informed the Southeastern team here in Florida about some new "green" initiatives that are being planned for our campus:
As responsible inhabitants of this beautiful planet, we are committed to an operation that preserves the environment and maximizes the safety of our staff, volunteers and dogs. While "going green” will be a long-term process, we are very excited about implementing the following new green initiatives.
Green Cleaning Solution
This week, we began testing the effectiveness of a new, 100% natural cleaning solution that will soon replace the bleach and other cleaning products used throughout our operation.
Like bleach, this product is highly effective for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, and is being currently used for decontaminating hospital environments.
Unlike bleach, this product is non-toxic and non-flammable, which means a safer environment for both people and dogs. In addition to reducing the risks of skin, eye and other injuries, this product does not require rinsing, which will improve the efficiency of our cleaning protocols.
Since this cleaning solution is also non-corrosive, its use will prevent damage to drains, pipes, floors and other surfaces.
The product comes with handy mixing dispensers, all donated to us by our supplier.
But going green does not mean going broke. In fact, this product is much more cost-effective than bleach – and that is good news for our operating budget.
Green Vacuum and Dusting Material
Our new vacuum cleaner features a washable HEPA filtration system that contains pollutants rather than spreading them to another location – and a quiet motor that puts the old vacuum to shame!
Like the vacuum, our new microfiber dusting material will also contain dust and prevent cross contamination.
Full Recycling
Full recycling efforts will start February 1 with the delivery of new recycling bins from Waste Pro. We’ll recycle plastic, paper, cardboard and glass.
In addition to helping the environment, this effort will help reduce the costs associated with our disposal costs.
More to Come
We are currently seeking funding for several other green projects, including photovoltaic electrical grids and solar hot water technology to power our kennels.
And in the not-too-distant future, we hope to develop technologies that will enable us to convert dog waste into electrical power.
Please join me in congratulating Building and Grounds Manager Brian Burns for his leadership on these initiatives.
Titus Herman, CEO
6 comments:
I applaud Titus and Bryan for coming up with better ways to maximize the cost effectiveness of the school and keeping our environment safe as well.
Lin and Major
Can you please share the name of the new bleach alternative? I'd love to try it out. Keep up the great blog work...it is very helpful and informative!
Kudos to each. We're interested. Tell us more?
Pearl
Power from poo -- we LOVE it!!!
Here are some money making ideas for recycling dog hair:
http://teresapool.wordpress.com/2009/02/19/getting-rich-with-dog-hair/
Please tell all of us the name of the green cleaner and if it is nationally avaliable. We could all benefit from using a greener/ cheaper alternative.
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