Why We are Green ?
Sustainable Location
We are located in a multi-unit, urban location
Located near public transportation
Our office is located near other services
We provide preferred parking for green vehicles
Waste Reduction
We use steam sterilization
Eliminated paper-plastic barriers
Reduced waste in dental materials and processes
Utilize digital patient charting
Implemented recycling program
Reduced waste in administration and marketing
We chose to use eco-friendly building materials and office furnishings
Pollution Prevention
Responsibly dispose of amalgam materials
Use digital imaging
Eliminated the use of glutaraldehyde
We are using environmentally sound but effective surface disinfectants
Using high-tech, pollution preventing equipment
Implemented a green cleaning policy
Integrated pest management
Using recycled materials for print communications
Provide employee incentives to reduce vehicle emissions
Contract with green vendors
Use electronic patient communications
Provide additional air filtration
Use pollution-preventing green building practices
Utilize CAD/CAM system for dental lab work
Use lube free compressor
Assessed our indoor air flow
HVAC does not use CFs or HCFCs
We used paint, carpeting and adhesives without VOCs
Energy Conservation
We monitor our energy use
Assessed HVAC efficiency
Use energy efficient dental equipment
Implemented fluorescent bulb safe disposal policy
Installed motion sensors on sinks and for lights. Installed LED Exit signs
Implemented energy-conserving office policies
Water Conservation
We installed water-conserving equipment
Use waterless hand sanitizer
We installed hands-free, auto shut off faucets
Implemented water conserving policies and best practices
Promote the “Save 90 A Day” campaign to save water
Installed water-conserving plumbing fixtures
Removed the hot water tank and installed tankless water heater
Patient and Community Care
Our entire staff signed the EDA Pledge Participates in green dentistry
education programs and presentations
We are following composite resin best practices – BPA free sealants
Participated in EDA Team Training Offers employee reward program for
eco-friendly choices
Participates in charity & community programs
Innovation
We installed water-conserving equipment
Use waterless hand sanitizer
We installed hands-free, auto shut off faucets
Implemented water conserving policies and best practices
Promote the “Save 90 A Day” campaign to save water
Installed water-conserving plumbing fixtures
Removed the hot water tank and installed tankless water heater.
Leadership
Seeking opportunities to be involved in the City of Beaverton and Chamber of Commerce and their effort to promote sustainable and green business practices.