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Following are a set of P2 options you may wish to implement. No option is perfect for everyone, but sometimes options that have worked at one facility can work at yours. They might also serve as inspiration.

Reviewed Office Options

Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented for facilities.

 
Recycle fluorescent bulbs
Flurescent bulbs and mercury vapor lights can sometimes be considered hazardous waste. Keep isolated from othe solid wastes and locate a company that recycles them.
 
Office Paper
Use office paper with at least 30% recycled content.

Unreviewed Options, Use with CautionUnreviewed Office Options

Options below have not been reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented for facilities.

 
Paper Recycling
Recycle used office paper internally. Make scratch pads using the unused side of the paper and have employees use this instead of store-bought scratch pads. Once both sides of the paper have been used, take the paper to a paper recycling collection center. Or, donate used paper that still has one clean side to local area schools.
 
Paper
Non-sensative papers or documents are recycled inhouse as note paper or shredded packing material. Sensative papers or documents are shredded and disposed of.
 
Aluminum Cans
All personnel must recycle any and all soda and drink cans.
 
Facility closure
Facility will be closed, no lamps will be removed by facility/company in the future
 
Aluminum Cans
Employees may recycle aluminum cans in designated areas around the facility.
 
Paper Re-Use
Shredded paper generated in all areas of the plant is donated to the local Humane Society Animal Shelter. It is used as bedding, litter, training, etc.
 
Paper Recycling
Sensative papers or documents are collected in shred bins around the facility. The shred bins are picked up by a company that shreds and then recycles the shredded paper.



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