OUR BE GREEN ACTIONS |
YOUR BE GREEN BENEFITS |
| Energy Star® appliances wherever possible |
Reduces your utility bills and greenhouse gas emissions |
| 100% recyclable carpet with stain resistant technology |
Reduces petroleum use and landfill waste |
| No and low VOC paint, vinyl flooring, countertop laminate and carpet |
Improved air quality for a healthier indoor environment |
| Energy efficient lighting |
Reduces utility bills, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions |
| On-site recycling and education program for residents and staff, including renovation debris and corporate e-waste |
Reduces landfill waste |
| Centralized laundry facilities in many communities |
Reduces energy use up to 50% as compared to in-home laundry and saves over 8,000 gallons of water annually per apartment community. |
| Centralized water filters in many communities |
Reduces landfill waste and saves money by eliminating need to purchase bottled water |
| Smart irrigation technology |
Ensures landscaping is only watered when necessary |
| Water reducing toilets, faucets and appliances in common areas |
Reduces water consumption and for laundry appliances, energy consumption as well |
| Environmentally-safe cleaning products used in common areas |
Toxic indoor fumes are minimized, products are biodegradable |
| Go Hybrid preferred parking program |
Enjoy your own preferred hybrid vehicle parking space |
| Bicycles and electric carts for on-site staff and maintenance and resident bike racks |
Creates a quieter living environment and improves air quality |
| Nearby public transportation options provided via community website's Resident Services section |
Supports residents' efforts to minimize transportation costs while reducing carbon footprint |
| Many community personnel live on-site |
Improves quality of life and air quality by eliminating commute time and greenhouse gas emissions |
| On-line resident services, including applications, rent payment, newsletters and work orders |
Paperless transactions reduce landfill waste |
| Green move-in gifts include BPA-free aluminum bottles and reusable shopping bags from Chico Bag |
Reduces landfill waste |
| Be Green program pilot studies include partnering with Chico State University's Institute for Sustainable Development curriculum, creating on-site organic Pea Patch gardening opportunities for residents, partnering with local nonprofits to collect unwanted resident furniture for re-use |
Leadership in conservation and efficiency innovations, as well as rethinking daily practices, help create a healthier, sustainable environment for everyone |
| Commitment to green practices at corporate headquarters include a renewable solar heating and cooling system requiring no man-made energy, reusable modular wall systems, corporate-wide use of recycled and FSC certified paper products printed with soy-based inks |
Reducing landfill waste and noise and gas emissions, while adopting use of sustainable materials, makes for a healthier planet |