PARTNERSHIP NEWS

March 10-11 – put it on your calendars and don’t miss this opportunity to network with other members, interact with environmental leaders, and learn valuable tools to help your organization weather the current economic storm.  Join us for our annual Green Retreat, this year featuring two concurrent, hands-on workshops that promise to send you back to work recharged, with a new perspective on implementing sustainable business practices. more>

Also coming up Mar. 25-26 is the Greenprints Conference and Tradeshow – a must-attend event for those with interest in the latest in the world of green building.  This year the event features content on sustainable cities – how Atlanta measures up and smarter ways to green your city.  View the agenda and register now!

 

Wondering how your business will survive the current economic crisis?  According to a report just released, sustainable business practices are the answer.  In 16 of the 18 industries studied, those companies committed to sustainability outperformed industry averages by 15% over the six months from May through November 2008.  Read report

 

Finally, please note that P2AD is hiring!  We will be accepting applications through Feb. 27 for a Program Manager, and through March for part-time retired technical professionals.  Please check out the position descriptions, and forward to any candidates you know with relevant experience. 

 

 

HEADLINES

 

Atlanta Launches Southeast’s 1st Zero Waste Zone
On Feb. 10, Downtown Atlanta hotels and restaurants announced an exciting collaboration to eliminate waste by development of a prototype Zero Waste Zone (ZWZ). Downtown ZWZ is an opportunity to divert a tremendous amount of recoverable products from landfills and gives a marketing edge for future convention business for the city of Atlanta. More>

 

Regulatory Incentives Update

In 2008, the Partnership for a Sustainable Georgia engaged an Incentives Workgroup to assist in refining regulatory incentives provided to Silver and Gold Partners.  As a result of the work of this group, we are pleased to update you on the following measures that have been taken to ensure delivery of your Partnership benefits relating to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD).   More>

 

Spring Round - Product Stewardship Institute calls

Interested in receiving in-depth information on cutting edge issues in the product stewardship field?  Product Stewardship Institute (PSI) networking conference calls offer a carbon- free alternative to in-person workshops and meetings.  PSI networking call participants can listen to expert presentations and ask questions on timely product stewardship issues from the comfort of the home or office.  Join us this season for yet another stimulating networking call series!  The first call on recycled paint markets is Mar. 12. More>

 

Georgia’s Clean Energy Tax Credit – Apply Now!
Applications are still being accepted for Georgia’s clean energy tax credit. The credit is available for a variety of energy efficient and renewable energy technologies including solar hot water, efficient lighting, energy efficient buildings, and others. Limited funds are available, so apply now!  Federal credits are also available. more>

 

Visit ScrapMatchGA
Visit ScrapMatchGA.org to post your recyclable, unwanted, used, surplus, or reusable commodities. The site can also be used to search and post for materials wanted. Listing is free and can help save energy, conserve resources, minimize disposal costs, and save landfill space. more>

 

PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

 

Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Mannington Commerical is a P2AD Gold Level Partner that joined in Fall of 2008.  They are located in Calhoun, Georgia and are a producer of commercial grade broadloom and modular tile carpeting.  Read about Mannington’s success in saving money and energy through a lighting retrofit project. more>