JARC Embraces "Green" Initiatives
JARC has made a committed effort to operate in as energy-efficient and ecologically-responsible, or "green", manner as possible. Recycling is encouraged and grants for energy-saving appliances, heating and cooling systems and more are constantly being sought out.
Here are many of the "green" initiatives already being incorporated into JARC's everyday practices:
• Recycle toner cartridges
• Recycle paper, plastic, cans, batteries, cardboard and computers in the office
• Recycle allowable materials in each home
• Use scrap paper whenever possible
• Make two-sided copies
• Use energy-efficient light bulbs in homes and office
• Manuals and forms are posted electronically
• Reduced staff newsletter to monthly instead of bi-weekly
• Use electronic communication whenever possible
• Use environmentally-friendly cleaning supplies
• Built a barrier-free "green" home – first in the nation
• Use reusable grocery bags in every home
• Installed geothermal heating and cooling in two homes
• Installed solar-assisted hot water in two homes
JARC'S IS PROUD OF ITS INNOVATIVE "GREEN" PROJECT:
THE DUNN FAMILY ORGANIC GARDEN AT THE
FREDERICK H. PITT HOME IN BLOOMFIELD HILLS
The garden, donated by Charles, Lisa and Leah Dunn and designed
and built by "Organically Done" has fully-accessible raised-beds filled with
delicious organic vegetables, herbs and edible flowers.
Check out the photos of the garden's ribbon-cutting ceremony!