Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run
by smart people who are putting us on, or by
imbeciles who really mean it.
- Mark Twain
by smart people who are putting us on, or by
imbeciles who really mean it.
- Mark Twain
| Sustainable Living in Houston - a non-profit environmental conservation group, promoting sustainable living through everyday actions by ordinary people doing extraordinary things. |
| Ace Hardware located at 11655 Jones Road is our very FIRST Erase the Mark business! |
In order to qualify as an Erase the Mark business, you have to
demonstrate steps have been taken and will continue to be taken toward
easing the burden on our environment and actively sharing this with the
public. We hope to have a decal made very soon for businesses to
proudly display on their windows.
Ace Hardware is recognized as our FIRST business for the following
actions they have taken:
1) The store is powered by wind energy.
2) They use recycled paper in all copiers and printers as well as in the
restrooms.
3) They continue to switch all lights to CFL as the incandenscents burn
out.
4) Simple Green cleaners are used instead of the toxic counterparts.
5)All non-essential lights are turned off at night except for security and
the main sign.
6) Ceiling fans are used wherever possible instead of extra air
conditioning.
7) To share their enthusiasm with the public, they also carry
environmentally friendly products.
Susan Murff, owner of Cypress Ace Hardware tells us she is planning on
carrying even products as she finds them. She also would like to install a
recycling collection container on her property and is working with SLH
to make it happen!
demonstrate steps have been taken and will continue to be taken toward
easing the burden on our environment and actively sharing this with the
public. We hope to have a decal made very soon for businesses to
proudly display on their windows.
Ace Hardware is recognized as our FIRST business for the following
actions they have taken:
1) The store is powered by wind energy.
2) They use recycled paper in all copiers and printers as well as in the
restrooms.
3) They continue to switch all lights to CFL as the incandenscents burn
out.
4) Simple Green cleaners are used instead of the toxic counterparts.
5)All non-essential lights are turned off at night except for security and
the main sign.
6) Ceiling fans are used wherever possible instead of extra air
conditioning.
7) To share their enthusiasm with the public, they also carry
environmentally friendly products.
- Seventh Generation products, Holy Cow!cleaning products, CFL's
of almost every size including candleabra bulbs, Green Light yard
care herbicides and pesticides, basic composter, Bean Pod
candles, Susan's soaps (made in Texas), Cowboy Charcoal, and
Chico Bags for $3.99!
Susan Murff, owner of Cypress Ace Hardware tells us she is planning on
carrying even products as she finds them. She also would like to install a
recycling collection container on her property and is working with SLH
to make it happen!
| Business Actions Click on the above link to see what you can do to become a part of our elite business group! |
| Steps to Become an Erase the Mark Business 1) Pick at least 5 items from the above Business Actions list and implement them at your business location. 2) Make sure the public knows you are making efforts toward a cleaner, healthier environment. 3) Contact Jennifer Armentrout at 281-304-2257 or jennifer.armentrout@sustainliving.org 4) We would love to see your efforts and highlight you on our website! 5) Make a plan to incorporate more conservation actions. We hope you will consider working with us on community projects as well! |
| Not sure where to start and just would like a little help? Make an appointment with Jennifer Armentrout and she will conduct a walk through* of your business and give personal suggestions of what changes you can make. *This is a complimentary evaluation and neither Jennifer Armentrout nor SLH makes any claim to be an expert in environmental evaluations. We simply have a strong devotion to caring for our earth and have spent time helping others. We are required to report any illegal activities to the proper authorities and will not give advice on structural, electric, foundation or plumbing issues. |