Table 4

Individual items for the 4 quadrants

Environmental greenBright green
Use green building design, use electronic routing slips to eliminate paper, install low flow aerators, use/publicize recycling bins, use low energy mode when appropriate, instill preventative maintenance plan, streamline operational systems (less paper), use customer feedback on sustainable efforts, frequently test for gases, buy energy efficient appliances, avoid excess water run-off, reuse envelopes, prevent soil loss, use local goods, complete life cycle analysis for major investments, use high-efficiency hand dryers, instill a fuel economy program, use environmentally friendly solvents, use no chlorofluorocarbonsRecycle florescent light tubes, recycle electronics, recycle batteries, properly store chemicals, recycle hazardous material, recycle newspapers, recycle cardboard, insure proper storm water run-off, inspect HVAC, use environmentally friendly cleaning products, recycle carpeting, weatherize the facility, complete inspections, water grounds in early morning/late at night, keep exterior of building clean and safe, change air filters frequently, provide employment opportunities for community members
Light greenHospitality green
Purchase sustainable products, use multiple climate control thermostats, preference to environmentally friendly landscaping, use mulch around plants, direct development towards existing communities, purchase environmentally friendly building products, recycle toner cartridges, use insulation, use less harmful cleaning products, provide alternatives to plastic water bottles, use automatic shut-off sinks, use rechargeable batteries, donate unwanted equipment, limit the use of chemical products, exceed minimum wages, encourage guest to buy local, train staff on local customsUse latex paint, protect sensitive areas, proper pest management control, develop partnership with other organizations within community

Source(s): Weber et al. (2020) 

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