Want to be "greener," but unsure of how to go about making your business more environmentally-savvy without a lot of time and expense? The Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce is introducing Green Roots, a new tiered program that gives members the tools and resources to launch, cultivate and expand the green efforts of their businesses. You can start slow or shoot for the stars with this self-audited program

1. Evaluation Information & Instructions
See bottom of survey for submission instructions & contact information
Print the survey and complete boxes with an X or check mark
Highlighted terms can be found on the Green Initiative page - Terms & Definitions www.lvchamber.com/programs/green
The Fruit - Level 4
Completed Not Applicable
1 Complete 75% of possible improvements from the action plan $
2 Virtualize your computing environment $
3 Install a sheltered entryway if possible
4 Install variable speed drives on fans and pumps $
5 Install energy efficient windows
6 Install solar hot water heating
7 Install high efficiency HVAC $
8 Install solar panels $
9 Change 100% of lighting to energy efficient lighting $
10 Reduce lighting density to at least 10% below IECC Standard $
11 Install high-efficiency toilets and urinals
Green Roots Level 4- The Fruit
80% of all applicable items of each tier must be completed to each that level
$ - Indicates rebates or incentives available to your business to go "green".
Resources are highlighted to help you complete your level survey
Check the appropriate box
http://www.nvenergy.com/surebet
http://www.nvenergy.com/saveenergy/business/incentives/surebet/documents/applications/NewConstructionApplicationPackage.pdf
http://www.swgas.com/EnergyReferral/index.jsp
http://www.swgas.com/resmkt/appliances/waterheat.php
http://www.nvenergy.com/surebet
http://www.nvenergy.com/surebet
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
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2. 12 Retrofit standard cooling towers with high-efficiency technologies $
13 Retrofit ice makers to high efficiency water/electric models $
14 Exchange at least 50% of existing appliances with high-efficient Energy Star appliances $
15 Have a hybrid car for employee work related use
16 Provide compressed work schedules, or offer telework days for employees
17 Design and implement desert landscape features to minimize heat island effects
18 Sponsor a Going Green event or contest in the community
18 Donate/provide green learning materials to schools
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Green Roots is a self-administered and self-audited program. Members that complete the survey will receive Green Roots Business designation in the Chamber's on-line Business Directory.
Once you have completed 80% of the applicable items on the Level 4 - The Fruit Survey, submit the form via at fax 702.735.0406 or e-mail to lbotiel@lvchamber.com.
All surveys will be verified. Please ensure that contact information is complete and legible.
Submission Information:
Contact Person
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=appliances.pr_appliances
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
Contact SNWA (702) 862-3734
Contact NV Energy (702) 402-5555
Contact NV Energy (702) 402-5555
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