ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Purchase high quality, energy-efficient equipment. Before discarding, try to repair or refurbish the equipment. Donate usable items to other Agencies, public schools, or nonprofit organizations.

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TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Increasing energy efficiency can free up funds for other projects rather than utility bills. Even if your Agency leases the building or facility where you work, the Agency may still be responsible for the cost of utilities.

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FLUORESCENT LAMPS

Extend the life of your fluorescent lights by purchasing long-life and lower wattage fluorescent bulbs. Look for low-mercury brands and recycle used lamps whenever possible.

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FURNITURE

If you need office furniture, consider leasing or buying used or remanufactured furniture. When discarding used furniture, donate your usable pieces and recycle the rest.

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PAPER

Reduce the largest waste stream produced by City Agencies. Email correspondence rather than sending a fax or hard copy, proofread documents on screen before printing, make double-sided copies, and make sure your office is recycling properly.

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WASTE MANAGEMENT & RECYCLING

All NYC Agencies are required to recycle. Agencies must keep recyclable materials separate from trash for collection by the Department of Sanitation or by a private carter.

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GREEN PURCHASING AND BUYING RECYCLED

All NYC Agencies are required to purchase environmentally preferable products including less toxic products, energy efficient products, and products made with recycled content.

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TONER CARTRIDGES

Consider buying refurbished toner cartridges for laser printers, copiers, and fax machines. Refurbished cartridges cost less than new cartridges and provide the same number of high quality copies.

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