Resources

Virginia Green Suppliers Network

Click on one of the topics below for definitions, examples, benefits, and products and vendors.

• Setting up a recycling program in the hospitality industry (external link)
• Waste reduction
• Water conservation
• Energy efficiency
• Minimization of disposable food service products
• Optional linen service

Carbon calculators:

• Household
• Office
• Events
• Comprehensive carbon calculator by energy source:

Hosting a green meeting or conference:

• DEQ guide to planning a green conference or meeting

Looking for green products and services:

• Virginia Green Suppliers Network (VGSN) - source to locate green products and services
• BioPreferred Catalog - listing of biobased products
• Green Seal is a non-profit organization that uses science-based programs to empower consumers, purchasers and companies to create a more sustainable world.
  • Choose Green Report
  • Find green products & services
• Richmond Recycling Cooperative - tote-based commerical recycling

Sector specific links:

Lodging

• Green Lodging News
• National Sustainable Lodging Network
  • To view a recording of the Launching the National Sustainable Lodging Network webinar, click here.

Convention Centers / Conference Centers

• Oregon Convention Center  

Restaurants

• National Restaurant Association's "Conserve" website focuses on environmentally sensitive restaurant practices for energy, water efficiency, recycling, and composting : www.conserve.restaurant.org/
• The Food Service Technology Center promotes energy and water efficiency for the industry and also tests food service equipment: www.fishnick.com/
• Green Restaurant Association
• Restaurant Guide to Waste Reduction & Recycling
• Putting Energy into Profits: EnergyStar Guide for Restaurants
• Going Greener: Opportunities for Improving Your Restaurant’s Environmental Practices
• Sustainable Foods

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