What Businesses Can Do

CLIMATE ACTIVE BUSINESSES

We’d like to highlight businesses that have made efforts to reduce their climate impact and improve their community!

If you’d like to get involved, here are some resources to get you started!

Track and improve energy efficiency with energy star portfolio manager

Install cool roofs to lower heating and cooling costs to your facility

Set up a free solar analysis to see how much you can save on energy costs by producing it on site

Designate a place for secure bike storage for employees and customers

Explore neutral commuter incentives for your employees

Transition your fleet to electric or hybrid plug in vehicles

Set up a free consultation with the Iowa Waste Exchange to source materials and redirect your waste

Use watersense certified fixtures to prevent leaks and save on costs

Reduce pavement areas to mitigate flood damage to your facility

Implement emergency plans for facilities and their staff

Be aware of how climate change might impact your business model

Utilize greenspace around your facility to plan edible landscapes and collaborate with local community kitchens and food shelves

Cater with local restaurants and places that use local food sources

Reduce pavement areas and plant native trees to shade property reducing heat.

Use biochar soil amendments on any sit construction projects that disturb soil.

Replace traditional lawns with pollinator friendly or native prairie grass for less maintenance

Consider hiring an intern to focus on resiliency opportunities, energy efficiency opportunities, waste reduction potentials, and cost savings