Sustainability

Question 1

The 3 main reasons for sustainability

Answer 1

reduce, reuse, recycle

Question 2

“green” energy

Answer 2

installing solar powered panels

Question 3

xeriscaping

Answer 3

gardening w/ minimal water needed

Question 4

10 things to do to make kitchen more sustainable

Answer 4

1. reduce food waste
2. Make kitchen layout efficient
3. Train staff to follow rules
4. Use reusable bags
5. shut down equipment when not using
6. LED lights
7. energy star appliances
8. Use natural cleaning products
9. reduce water consumption
10. energy-efficient cooking

Question 5

Energy Star Program

Answer 5

allows consumes choose energy efficient appliances

Question 6

Water sense

Answer 6

encourages efficiency in water use (smart toilet flushes)

Question 7

Urban farming

Answer 7

reduces carbon emission, increases local economic growth, improves food security

Question 8

3 light bulbs

Answer 8

Incandescent: typical expensive, bad lifespan & no efficient
Compact florescent: “spiral”, efficient, middle expensive, middle lifespan
LED: the best

Question 9

EPA

Answer 9

Environmental protection agency: creates standards/law promotions

Question 10

Sustainable ways to save money and lower costs in food service

Answer 10

Food: switching to plant use & donating leftovers (composting)
Water: water sense! repair leaks.
Energy: use energy star! Save 10-50%

Question 11

Safer choice program:

Answer 11

labels the products to allow consumers select the chemically safest products

Question 12

LEED

Answer 12

leadership in Energy and Environmental design

Question 13

Smart Growth Program

Answer 13

Supports sustainable community development