You probably haven’t even noticed the difference, in fact that’s the point, but the MBAC has become a model for sustainable business practices right under your nose. It just goes to show that there are changes a company can make to be more eco-friendly that can be easier than you think and sometimes just require a change in how you think. The MBAC taken an approach to being good stewards of our environment that focuses on four major goals: Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Waste Reduction, and Pollution Prevention.
Here are some highlights:
Renewable Energy
Solar Photovoltaic system produces 100% of our electricity needs
Energy Efficiency
ultra-high efficiency water heat and solar-thermal water heating system extensive day-lighting (skylights) in place so that indoor lighting is not necessary on most days
occupancy sensors and timers for lighting
high-efficiency washer and dryer which uses 65% less water and 55% less energy
Waste Reduction
1 to 1 recycle to trash can ratio throughout MBAC
recycle over 60% of our waste stream
100% post-consumer recycled copy paper, toilet paper and paper towels
high-pressure boat washer reducing consumption by over 50%
waterless urinals saving over 80,000 gallons/year
installed high efficiency toilets that use 75% less water
Use only recyclable plates, cups, napkins and flatware
Pollution prevention
send marine science instructors to local schools to conduct San Diego Watershed demonstrations
installed a dry weather wash water runoff capture system
trained our employees about runoff best management practices
use only environmentally friendly Green Seal cleaners
regularly sweep our parking lot and pick up any trash
Educate our participants on the Think Blue philosophy
1 to 1 recycle to trash can ratio throughout MBAC
installed a dry weather wash water runoff capture system 