YMCA Sudbury
understands the need for local businesses to become more environmentally. In
recent years, YMCA Sudbury has worked hard to operate in a more environmentally
conscious manner. We are proud to announce the implementation of a new program
encouraging a heightened sense of dedication to green behaviours throughout our
facility. YMCA Sudbury is committed doing our part to create a greener Sudbury.
The following
highlights some of the environmentally conscious practices implemented by YMCA
Sudbury.
Waste Reduction and Recycling
Staff are using refillable coffee
mugs
Recycling bins are easily
accessible to members and staff
Printer toner cartridges are being
refilled if possible and recycled properly
The Harmony Café has replaced
single packages of condiments, milk and sugar with bulk packaging
Staff emailing announcements
opposed to making copies to distribute
Toxic items like paint and
batteries are taken to the proper disposal facilities
Use of Sustainable products
Many supplies around the building are
made of recycled materials
Paper towels, envelopes, copy
paper, and other office supplies are made from recycled content
Mops fabricated from recycled pop
bottles
Using environmentally friendly body
wash and shampoo in our change rooms
Environmentally friendly cleaning
products are being used
Our floor cleaners are chemical
free as they use only steam
Replacing plastic café stir sticks
with wooden ones
Energy Conservation
We have removed the lights from all
vending machines located throughout the facility
Motion sensing lights are located
throughout the facility in our Squash courts, workshops and other low
traffic areas
Efficient lighting installed
throughout the facility
Use of natural light where possible
throughout the building.
During the sunny summer months, we
disconnect half of the large lights on the Fitness Floor to lower both
the energy used and heat generated.
For more
information about businesses and organizations that are making a difference in Sudbury, follow the link
below to EarthCare Sudbury.
