Practical Application for Tenants

1. Review results of the home audit to determine whether there are any specific needs related to purchasing and waste disposal, such as recycling bins.
2.  Identify opportunities for bulk purchasing of environmentally preferable products.
3. Ensure that residence has compost bins and recycling bins for each applicable waste stream, and that all people living in at the location know what goes in each bin.

Practical Application for Owners

1. When doing a major renovation, implement environmentally-responsible demolition waste disposal. If the renovation involves disturbance of any areas that may contain asbestos, be sure to consult expert consultants on asbestos protocols for testing prior to disturbance.
2. Select local and environmentally-preferable building products, finishes, and furnishings.