Best Practices

• Communicate progress towards achieving building energy efficiency, solid waste reduction, or other sustainability goals.
• Post table talkers, pamphlets, or other signage to educate visitors about the biobased and compostable materials being used.
• Display signage about the environmental benefits associated with design choices within the food service area. For example, educate visitors about compostable and biobased materials while they are waiting in line.
• Display real-time information about current energy consumption and/or performance of alternative energy systems such as solar panels.
• Provide signage promoting stair use to encourage physical activity.
• Encourage occupants to use alternative means of transportation such as cycling to promote respiratory and cardiovascular health.