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Healing the Waters: First Steps to a Sustainable Spa
  1. Install low flow faucet aerators to reduce water and heating usage by up to 50%.
  2. Purchase unbleached paper products or those made from post consumer recycled materials (both everyday supplies and gift packaging).
  3. Recycle and communicate this is the practice at your spa by providing tasteful recycling cans for guest use.
  4. Ask guests if they would like a bag before providing one.
  5. Bring green habits to the office: Recycle or use refillable toner & ink cartridges Purchase office paper with recycled content; make two-sided copies and use waste paper for scratch pads
  6. Precycle reduce waste before you buy. When purchasing, consider the packaging that comes with the product.
  7. Use rechargeable batteries.
  8. Prevent pests naturally using alternative pesticides.
  9. Do an energy audit of your facility, including heating, lighting, and insulation.
Article ID: 147
Created:
November 23, 2004
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January 29, 2005

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