Making a Difference
Fredericton
Total Acts of Green
256
Total Participants
16




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  1. A community, non-governmental or non-profit organization
  2. An educational institution (elementary, middle or high school; a vocational training institution, a college or university)
  3. A government department or agency, crown corporation, or large institution
  4. A faith-based organization
  5. A festival, event, fair or conference

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  3. The opportunity to enhance your profile as a peer leader and community steward in Fredericton.
  4. Helping Fredericton continue to reduce its community environmental footprint and greenhouse gas emissions.
  5. Start your organization on its journey to being truly sustainable over the long-term, right here in Fredericton!

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Businesses Doing Acts

Fredericton Food Bank

Install rain barrel and use the rain water for landscaping

Fredericton Food Bank

Opt for tap water instead of bottled water

Fredericton Food Bank

Install hot water pipe insulation

Fredericton Food Bank

Install faucet aerators and low flow showerheads

Fredericton Food Bank

Fix leaky faucets

Fredericton Food Bank

Implement a no-idling policy for fleet vehicles on premises (for deliveries, staff, visitors)

Fredericton Food Bank

Maintain optimal tire inflation in fleet vehicles

Fredericton Food Bank

Use post-consumer recycled paper products for all paper requirements

Fredericton Food Bank

Promote reusable bottles, mugs, plates and utensils

Fredericton Food Bank

Use certified green cleaning supplies