What are some small things that gyms can do to be more green?
Here are four go green tips for your gym:
- Get green cleaning products. I like Coastwide Industries products. They clean just as well but are less toxic.
- Get an energy meter. Have one of your employees go around and plug everything in – equipment, TVs, etc. You may be surprised when you measure how much electricity each item uses when on versus when in standby mode or when turned off. The treadmill is a good example for this.
- Have your members flip the switch to turn on and off treadmills when using/not using.
- Get staff together, especially younger staff, and ask them for go green tips. They may have some creative ideas.
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