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Recommendation HW4: Encourage P2 planners to develop an energy management program to identify and implement conservation measures or renewable energy opportunities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Some P2 planners are required to report their greenhouse gas production. Additionally sometimes, there is a connection between energy used, wastes produced, and materials used. Both energy conservation and solid waste recycling can reduce climate change impacts. A comprehensive overview of inputs and outputs that includes energy can help produce a better P2 plan. Currently, Ecology has an EPA grant to work with select facilities on this. Once the grant is completed, we will share the lessons learned to create an effective technical assistance program.

Milestone HW D: The majority of P2 planners implement effective energy management and related measures that result in continuous improvement and reduced emissions, including greenhouse gases.

Links and Resources

• Technical Resources for Engineering Efficiency (TREE)

 

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