From the
Volume 10, Number 3
A Publication of the Georgia Pollution Prevention Assistance Division Fall 2001
Governor Barnes Recognizes Pollution Prevention Leaders
by Vanessa Freeman, Information Manager
Over 200 individuals participated in the 2001 Governor's Pollution Prevention Awards Ceremony on September 17, 2001, at the Floyd Twin Towers. Governor Roy Barnes presented the Governor's Awards to companies who demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to Georgia's environment through innovative pollution prevention efforts. Georgia's manufacturing industries, government facilities, academic institutions, farmers, commercial businesses, nonprofit groups, and citizens are eligible for the annual Governor's Award.
Receiving the Governor's Award for Pollution Prevention this year were Lafarge, formerly known as Blue Circle;
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Mt. Vernon Mills; Emory University Facilities Management; Hillcrest Farms; and Columbus Water Works. Georgia Power Plant Scherer, Old Orchard Farms, Robert Harkins Farms, and Cobb County Marietta Water Authority were recognized for their pollution prevention efforts with Honorable Mention Awards. Bob Kerr, Director of the Pollution Prevention Assistance Division, thanked the companies represented for their commitment to Georgia's environment and dedication to pollution prevention. Mr. Kerr also identified companies that are current members of the P3 program.
The speakers at the 2001 Governor's Pollution Prevention
See Governor's Awards, page7
Governor Roy Barnes
Prisons to Implement Environmental
Management System
Director's Column ..... page 2
PACE Award............ page 3 Process Mapping ...... page 4 Making Parks Green ..................... page 6 Governor's Award Honorable Mention .... page 7 P3 Partners.............. page 11
Calendar of Events .... page 12
Georgia Corrections Leads the Way for Greening State Agencies Initiative
by Judy Adler, P.E., Pollution Prevention Engineer
The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) is leading the way for sustainability in state government. GDC approached the Georgia Environmental Partnership (GEP) in 2000 and requested assistance with identifying cost saving opportunities related to resource conservation and waste reduction. GEP is a coalition between P2AD, Georgia Tech's Economic Development Institute (EDI), and the University of Georgia's Biological and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) Department. The mission of GEP is to provide technical assistance that
promotes resource conservation, waste reduction, and environmental compliance in the state of Georgia.
GDC recognized that focusing on energy conservation, water conservation, and solid waste reduction could accomplish two goals: 1) save taxpayer dollars and 2) reduce the impact of GDC's operations on the environment. A team of GEP Engineers (Bill Meffert & Doug Moore -EDI, Tom Adams - UGA, and Judy Adler - P2AD) visited three representative correctional facilities
See Corrections, page 10
Director's Column
by G. Robert Kerr
"Walk the walk, don't just talk the talk." "Practice what you preach." These are oft-repeated clichs, usually said to encourage being a model for others and discourage hypocrisy. While these words of wisdom apply to many aspects of our lives, they particularly hit home for us here at P2AD. We are an agency whose mission is promotion of a pollution prevention ethic in Georgia businesses, and whose day-to-day role is providing technical assistance to help businesses move towards this ethic. We preach the benefits of pollution prevention to our clients, but do we live by our own sermons? Do we strive to minimize our wastes and efficiently use the natural resources that we are charged with protecting? On page 3 of this issue, we describe our internal efforts to minimize the environmental impacts of our division's operations, and brag a bit about receiving a PACE Award for these efforts!
P2AD's mission deals with efficient management of Georgia's natural resources, but go to our core as a state agency, and we fundamentally share the same goal as other state agencies: to provide a valuable service to the people of Georgia, using taxpayer dollars efficiently and effectively
From the
From the Source is a quarterly publication of the Pollution Prevention Assistance Division (P2AD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR). P2AD provides free, confidential technical assistance in the areas of pollution prevention, resource conservation, waste reduction, by-product reuse, and recycling. Our clients include manufacturing industry, commercial businesses, institutions, the military, consultants, government, agriculture, and the citizens of Georgia.
Please contact us with address corrections, inquiries and opinions. Articles in From the Source may be reprinted with permission from P2AD. This publication is also available at our website, www.p2ad.org.
For more information about P2AD services, contact the division at (404) 651-5120, (800) 685-2443 (Outside Atlanta), or via email at info@p2ad.org.
Editor: Suzanne Burnes Technical Reviewers: Chuck Boelkins, Bob Donaghue, and Iva Walls (P2AD)
to do so. Towards this goal, we have begun a new initiative in recent months working to instill a pollution prevention ethic within other state agencies. The first agencies to start down the path to becoming leaders in waste minimization, water efficiency, and energy efficiency are the Department of Corrections (page 1), and our own sister agency within DNR, the Division of Parks and Historic Sites (at facilities operated by the North Georgia Mountain Authority, see page 6). These state agencies are leading the way for a future Georgia government that is a model of resource conservation and efficiency, and we are excited to be a part of this movement.
Last but certainly not least, this is our annual issue to highlight those organizations in Georgia that have been recognized as winners of the Governor's Award for Pollution Prevention. These businesses and agencies "walk the walk" by implementing pollution prevention measures in their operations. Their ingenuity and resourcefulness at saving natural resources and improving their bottom line are examples to all Georgia organizations. Please contact our staff if your organization would like assistance in following these examples.
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From the Source
Governor's Award Winner
Lafarge
Medium Industry Category
Lafarge, formerly Blue Circle Cement,
annually produces over 750,000 tons of
bulk and custom cement at its Atlanta Plant.
This plant has embraced a vision to set the
environmental standard for the cement
industry by pursuing innovative ideas and
going beyond compliance. Lafarge aims
to integrate environmental considerations
into its business at every level, and has
implemented an ISO 14000-compatible
Environmental Management System and
formed a Green Team to achieve this goal. DNR Commissioner Lonice Barrett, Governor Roy Barnes,
Acting as a catalyst for change at the
Lafarge's Tia Bohannon and Frank O'Neill, and P2AD
facility, the Green Team evaluates produc- Director Bob Kerr
tion processes, establishes goals, and identifies specific projects to further environmental improve-
ment. Various pollution prevention initiatives were undertaken this year, including substituting raw
materials with industrial by-products and using alternative fuels in their kilns such as waste toner and
scrap tires. Through these activities, Lafarge reduced coal usage by 4,500 tons, diverted
330,000 tires, and reduced NOx emissions by 4.5%.
Lafarge strives to reduce their environmental "footprint" on Earth. According to Lafarge, "our
P2 program provides the framework for a joint venture that will enhance the quality of life for the
businesses, employees, and neighbors by exploring opportunities to save natural resources, reduce
pollution, and protect the environment."
P2AD Recognized for Practicing What We Preach
by David Gipson, Pollution Prevention Specialist
WSB Radio's Captain Herb Emory, David Gipson of P2AD, and Joe Riedel, Beers Construction President and CEO, at the Pace Awards Ceremony on October 4, 2001.
P2AD has participated in the Clean Air Campaign since its inception in 1998, when it was called the Voluntary Ozone Action Program (VOAP). Our efforts came to fruition on October 4th when we were presented the Pace Award for the Small Public Sector. Winning the Pace Award was especially important to us because it demonstrates that we implement the same pollution prevention policies in house that we promote to others. Results aren't automatic, but if commitments are made by managers and sound policies are put in place, smog reduction goals can be achieved.
Our progress toward smog reduction has always been measured in our single occupancy vehicle (SOV) rate. This is a count of employees commuting via SOV compared to the total number of commutes in a given pay period. P2AD obtains this information by having employees record daily commuting activities on their timesheets. This year P2AD
See PACE Awards, page 8
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Process Mapping Leads to Greater Understanding of Environmental impacts
Part 2 of our series on Systems Approach Tools
by Colin Kiefer and John Allen, Pollution Prevention Engineers
Before any team can devise and implement successful
While it is a very structured approach for analyzing
Pollution Prevention (P2) measures for a particular process, data, process mapping is not complex in appearance. A
the team must have a complete understanding of that
process map does not show pumps, heat transfer devices,
process. The best way to gain that understanding is through or electrical circuitry which are indicative of flow diagrams
an exercise known as process mapping.
or piping and instrumentation diagrams because this would
In process mapping, a team analyzes the inputs and dilute the focus, which is to characterize resource use and
outputs of all of the steps of a particular process. Process loss (waste).
mapping may be the most important step in the systems
As shown in Figure 1.0, process mapping is hierarchical
approach because it characterizes the entire manufacturing in structure. The top-level map (3-6 boxes) will be very
plant. It helps a company visualize potential opportunities general, providing an operational overview. Each sublevel
for environmental improvement by schematically depicting shows a greater level of detail in describing the function of
all resources consumed, used, lost as waste, or transformed each work step (unit-process or activity). Every box depicts a
within each production work step. Process mapping will single work step, and the lines/arrows represent flow of
also bring into focus the impact that processes such as
resources, activities or information. To avoid complexity, it is
chillers and boilers (ancillary equipment) or maintenance recommended to use at least three boxes for the top level and
and housekeeping (intermittent operations) can have on
no more than six boxes on any given level.
waste generation since these work steps are linked on the
Figure 1.0 illustrates a general process map for the
map to the appropriate primary processes.
automotive industry. The mapping perspective is the
This systems approach tool will help P2 team mem- movement of a metal workpiece through three primary
bers gain a new understanding of a particular process and operations: 1) surface preparation, 2) organic coating, and
clarify existing knowledge. After completing the process 3) parts assembly. A sublevel of surface preparation is also
map, all P2 team members should be on the same level of drawn to demonstrate the hierarchical nature of process
understanding for the operation being evaluated.
mapping. Two possible supporting processes for the
cleaning/
degreasing work
Figure 1.0 Process Map Automotive Manufacturing
step, which would need to be mapped
out, are wastewa-
ter treatment for
the rinsewater
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the degreaser/
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See Process, page 5
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Governor's Award Winner
Emory University Facilities Management
Academia Category
Emory's winning pollution prevention
initiatives focus on sustainable design and
construction practices implemented at two
building projects - a classroom/lab and a
biomedical research facility. Emory's Facilities
Management requires all new capital projects
to use LEED, a green building rating system of
the US Green Building Council. Due to the
sustainable design and construction practices
implemented in these two buildings, Emory
will save an estimated I Million kWh of
energy and reduce water needs by 2.5
million gallons annually . In the science building, by requiring a
construction waste management plan on-
DNR Commissioner Lonice Barrett, Governor Roy Barnes, Emory University's Bob Hascall, and P2AD Director Bob Kerr
site, 50% of the material normally discarded is being diverted from the landfill. During construc-
tion, environmentally preferable products were used when feasible, including ceramic tiles used in
walls; flooring that contains between 55-75% post industrial and post consumer material; and
fabrics used in acoustical coverings and wall coverings that contain 100% and 78% post industrial
recycled polyester, respectively.
In the biomedical research facility, heat wheels installed will save enough electricity to power
80 GA homes for a year and prevent 2 million pounds of carbon dioxide from entering the
atmosphere. 2.5 million gallons of condensate water from the air handlers will be captured for use in
the cooling towers annually, rather than being discharged to the sewer system. Finally, the Robot
Washer prevents 100,000 gallons of potable water from being used at the steam plant.
The size and number of projects on Emory's campus that are pursuing LEED are helping to shape
and transform the Atlanta market, including architects, engineers, contractors, and manufactures, while
helping to encourage the shift to sustainability.
Process, continued from page 4
company now has the ability to determine the full cost associated with current operating practices. The optimum areas for decreasing waste generation, conserving resources, and adding value to the manufacturing process through cost reduction are easily identified.
Making sure the process map work steps are 100% accurate, including the interrelationships with supporting processes, is critical. Verification is an essential mechanism to ensure or improve accuracy and to update any changes brought about by future P2 efforts. After the original draft is complete, the P2 team should seek input from employees that were not involved in developing the process map but are responsible for completing a particular work step or managing a sequence of work steps. Provide employees with a copy of the process map to verify that it
correctly characterizes all unit-processes, activities and information relative to each work step. Just as important, verify that all supporting processes are included and are linked to the appropriate primary work step.
Although the concept of process mapping is fairly straight forward, it may be helpful to have someone familiar with the process to assist with your first attempt to use the tool. P2AD engineers and specialists can facilitate the use of process mapping as well as the use of the other Systems Approach tools that we will be covering in future articles. If you have questions about process mapping or would be interested in putting these tools to work at your facility, contact P2AD at (404) 651-5120.
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Governor's Award Winner
Hillcrest Farms
Farmer/Producer Category
Hillcrest Farms in Dearing, McDuffie
County, has been run by the Rodgers
family for 60 years. Through land man-
agement, a cow comfort system, conserva-
tion techniques, and on-site silage opera-
tions, Hillcrest Farms produces a high yield
while keeping milking cow numbers low
and reducing the impacts and animal
waste generated by the cows. Hillcrest
created a 3-stage oxidation pond system
to control animal waste. Following the guidelines of a nutrient management plan, the processed manure is applied to the row
crops, reducing the need for commercial fertilizers. The farm uses no-till practices,
DNR Commissioner Lonice Barrett, Department of Agriculture Commissioner Tommy Irvin, Andy Rodgers of Hillcrest Farms, Governor Roy Barnes, Mark Rodgers of Hillcrest Farms, and P2AD Director Bob Kerr
which improve soil condition and result in a 50% fuel savings as well. In addition, proper pesticide
storage and use practices have been implemented, thereby reducing risk to human health and the
water supply. The Rodgers family lives on the dairy farm, and finds that pollution prevention efforts
help to guarantee the quality of life they enjoy. Hillcrest Farms has strived to keep their land pristine,
their waters clean, and their environment free of pollutants for those around them.
Making Georgia State Parks "Green"
DNR Division of Parks and Historic Sites Kicks Off P2 Program
by Suzanne Burnes, Pollution Prevention Specialist
Imagine visiting a Georgia State Park and seeing signage reading:
"The flowers planted in this bed were selected for their drought-tolerance to minimize this park's dependence on Georgia's water resources. Using these
Unicoi State Park
practices at home will help you too to conserve this precious resource."
"The lighting in this facility has been selected to maximize energy efficiency. This reduces our contribution to the generation of air pollution, and saves this park and you the taxpayer in utility bills. Replacing just one 75 watt incandescent bulb with a compact fluorescent bulb in your home can save $24 over the life of the bulb imagine your long-term utility savings by changing all of your bulbs from incandescents."
"The carry-out container you take with your meal won't be around when your great-grandchildren visit this park, unlike most Styrofoam packaging. This Georgia State Park facility has selected biodegradable packaging made from potato starch and limestone in order to reduce our impact on Georgia's landfills."
"We hope that you have enjoyed your meal here at this Georgia State Park dining facility. While we are committed to providing our guests with nutritious meals, we are also committed to reducing the amount of valu-
See Parks, page 9
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Governor's Awards Honorable Mention Winners
The 2001 Governor's Awards was a stiff competition. In addition to the award winners, several applicants demonstrated significant pollution prevention achievements, and were awarded Honorable Mention for their efforts:
Medium Industry Georgia Power Company, Plant Scherer
Farmer/Producer Old Orchard Farms Robert Harkins Farms
Governor's Awards, continued from page 1
Awards Ceremony were Governor Roy Barnes and Lonice Barrett, Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources. Other representatives from business, government, academic and environmental organizations attended the event.
P2AD recognizes the time and energy that all applicants dedicated to completion of Governor's Awards applications, and we look forward to receiving even more interest in the program in the coming year. We also appreciate the participation of Governor Roy Barnes in this year's ceremony. For more information about the Governor's Awards Program, please check out our website at www.p2ad.org, or call
the division at 404-651-5120.
Government Cobb County Marietta Water
Authority
Governor's Award Winner
Columbus Water Works
Government Category
The Columbus Water Works operates a publicly owned wastewater treatment facility designed
to treat 67 million gallons of water per day. To stay competitive and meet environmental require-
ments, significant efforts have been made to fully automate the facility.
Automation of the aeration process is a prime example of this effort. This project involved refur-
bishing the mechanical and electrical integ-
rity of existing aeration blowers, and
installing a system to monitor and control
oxygen requirement and blower output via
a computer. The first ten months of opera-
tionhasyielded an annualized estimated
savings of $239,492 and a reduction of
approximately 4,407,840 kWhs of
electrical power. Lower operating costs
help to keep the facility rates among the
lowest in the southeast. The reduction in the
use of electrical energy translates into a
sizeable positive environmental impact by
decreasing the natural resources needed
for power production and any associated emissions.
DNR Commissioner Lonice Barrett, Governor Roy Barnes, Columbus Water Works' Clifford Arnett, and P2AD Director Bob Kerr
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Governor's Award Winner
Mt. Vernon Mills
Large Industry Category
Mount Vernon Mills, Inc. operates the
world's largest demin mill, in Trion, Georgia.
Denim production in this 1.1 million square
foot site turns out over 2.5 million square
yards weekly. Additionally, an adjacent
finishing plant turns out another 3.5 million
square yards weekly of piece-dyed cotton
and polyester/cotton blended fabrics. In
1994, prior to implementation of a pollution
prevention program, total water usage for
the site was 6.1 million gallons per day
DNR Commissioner Lonice Barrett, Ron Beegle, L.D. Ludy,
(MGD), or approximately 9.7 gallons of
Governor Roy Barnes, Don Henderson, Lee Bryan, and P2AD
water for each pound of fabric processed. Director Bob Kerr
In 1994, Mount Vernon Mills began implementing pollution prevention activities at the site,
including: a) reclaiming non-contact cooling water from air conditioning and compressors and using it
for boiler stack scrubbing and as feed water for steam generation; b) using the hot condensate from
the caustic recovery system evaporators to meet most hot water demand in the facility, instead of
heating cold water with steam; c) using reclaimed water for all general wash down and cleaning
water activities throughout the facility; and d) using wastewater treatment plant effluent as make-up
water for dewatering polymer mixes, backwashing of influent screening structures, and other plant
utility (non-potable) needs.
By the end of 2000, the facility had reduced its total water use to less than 4.5 MGD, or 7
gallons per pound of fabric processed, a reduction of over 26% from 1994.
PACE Awards, continued from page 3
was able to meet an ambitious goal of 50%. This goal was down from our previous goals of 64% in 1999 and 57% in
2000. With only 15 employees, recording dramatic SOV reductions year after year will be difficult. However, there
are many other office (and household) activities that
contribute to smog production that can be affected. These may not be as easy to record or may not contribute as much
to smog, but are important nonetheless. To tackle the "finer details" P2AD had a pollution
prevention brainstorming session and incorporated portions
of the resulting "P2 plan" into our smog reduction plan. Staff identified these and other energy saving (smog
reducing) opportunities in the office: ? Investigate new electric/ hybrid cars. ? Retrofit office lighting. ? Suggest P2 ideas to the cafeteria/snack bar staff
and building maintenance staff. ? Encourage use of the Proxima projector rather than
printing color slides for presentations. ? Reduce backgrounds on faxes. ? Minimize take-out food (packaging).
? Weatherproof the windows and close the blinds
during the summer afternoon hours. The above ideas were added to our smog reduction
plan. Its main policies are: ? Compressed work week/teleworking once per
week ? Delay refueling on smog days/ use staff com-
pressed natural gas fueled vehicles. ? Encourage teleconferencing and carpooling. ? Provide small incentives (Clean Air Campaign t-
shirts, coffee mugs) to those who use alternative means of transportation. ? Post weekly SOV rates in staff room. ? Encourage employees to submit pledges of what
they will do to reduce smog at work and at home
during smog season. Further developing these ideas and policies and
continuing to obtain new ideas from our staff will ensure
that our small staff is doing its part to reduce smog, even after we've reached our SOV rate goals. We would like to
thank the Clean Air Campaign for the Pace Award, their encouragement, and recognize them for a job well done.
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Parks, continued from page 6
able food that is wasted in Georgia. We donate excess The assessment process focused on developing internal Green
prepared food to a food bank, and use scraps from the Teams; compiling baseline information to document current
preparation process to feed the worms in our
waste volumes and energy and water consumption; touring
vermicomposting center. Through these steps, we are the facilities to examine current operations; identifying en-
feeding hungry people in need and turning a solid
ergy, water and solid wastes; and facilitating identification of
waste into valuable compost. We encourage guests to solutions by the Green Team to address these wastes. The
tour our vermicomposting center and see how you can Green Teams came up with a number of great ideas for im-
compost your own food
proving energy and water
waste at home!" These are just a few of
Table 1.0
efficiency and reducing solid waste at the facili-
the possibilities that patrons of Georgia State Park Lodges may see during
Examples of P2 Actions Applicable for Georgia Park Lodges
ties. After receiving cost benefit information from the assessment team for
their stay in the next year. By implementing pollution prevention measures at these properties, the North Georgia Mountain Authority (NGMA) is saving
Water Efficiency
? Low-flow plumbing fixtures ? Linen/Towel Reuse programs to encourage guests to
reuse towels and sheets (reducing laundry volumes)
? Motion sensors for high use faucets
implementation of each of these ideas, the Green Teams have now begun developing implementation plans.
Table 1.0 lists just a
money, saving resources,
few of the ideas being
and through an active edu- Energy Efficiency
implemented by these
cation/interpretation component, is becoming an example to all Georgia citizens of how to reduce our impacts on the earth.
? Lighting retrofits to compact fluorescent bulbs ? "SmartRoom" systems to automatically set back
thermostats for unoccupied rooms
? Lighting sensors for high occupancy rooms
facilities. In addition to these visible measures, these facilities are also reducing their environmental impacts through
P2AD began initial conversations last year with NGMA, the authority that oversees management of the seven (soon to be eight) Park Lodges in the Georgia State Parks system, about the potential of a pollution prevention program for the Park Lodges. NGMA
Solid Waste Minimization
? Bulk amenity dispensers in rooms to reduce small
bottles ? Newspapers on request to reduce unread newspapers ? Composting/Vermicomposting to convert food waste
and landscaping waste into a valuable soil amendment ? Donation of excess prepared food to food bank
organizations ? Development/expansion of recycling programs (where
available)
employee training and education programs a no-cost way to make staff aware of wastes and encourage innovation in reducing them. It is anticipated that implementation of these pollution prevention measures will save the facilities money, con-
was very interested in ex-
serve natural resources,
ploring this type of initiative, which they believed to be a per- and provide excellent educational/interpretive opportunities
fect fit with the mission of providing recreational spaces for for guests visiting these facilities.
Georgia's citizens while sustaining, enhancing, protecting and
Once implementation of some measures has been
conserving Georgia's natural, historic and cultural resources completed at the three pilot facilities, the program will be
for present and future generations.
expanded to the entire Park Lodge system, and many
This summer, the initiative was kicked off with assess- successful measures will be applied at other State Park
ments by a team from P2AD, the University of Georgia's facilities. P2AD applauds the efforts of the Division of
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Outreach Program State Parks and Historic Sites and the NGMA staff in
(BAE), and Georgia Tech's Economic Development Institute providing leadership and enthusiasm for this initiative. We
Energy and Environmental Management Center (EDI). These look forward to the Green Team successes being imple-
assessments were conducted at three properties that were mented throughout the State Parks system, and in other
representative of the Park Lodge system: Little Ocmulgee state agencies following their lead to become pollution
State Park, Unicoi State Park, and Brasstown Valley Resort. prevention models and good stewards of our tax dollars and
natural resources.
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Corrections, continued from page 1
Figure 2.0 EMS Model of Continuous Improvement
and conducted in-depth assessments of waste reduction and resource conservation opportunities. GEP identified a total of over $500,000 in potential savings at the three correctional facilities. Cost savings opportunities included capital measures such as energy management and control systems and low flow plumbing fixtures, as well as behavioral/operational measures such as employee education
programs. In addition to specific recommendations for waste
reduction and resource conservation, GEP recommended implementation of an environmental management system (EMS) as a means to institutionalize pollution prevention, thus ensuring sustained cost savings. An EMS uses the PLAN DO CHECK ACT continuous improvement model illustrated in Figure 2.0 to transition organizations from a reactive or crisis management approach to a proactive approach to environmental issues.
Over the course of the next year, GEP will use information gathered from the three prototype facilities to train GDC personnel on the different elements of environmental management systems. During the EMS training GEP will use the team approach to implementing an EMS. GEP recognizes that a team approach is critical to a successful EMS - employees are a great source of knowledge on environmental issues, and employee participation in the EMS is essential.
It is our hope that GEP's work with Georgia's state prisons will be the stepping stone for an overall effort to "green" state government. If you have any questions about GEP and P2AD's assistance services related to environmental management systems, please contact Judy Adler at 404-657-7444.
What you See is not Always What you Get - Sometimes it's Even Better
by Stephanie Busch, Program Manager
When you think recycled-content products, cast-stone products may not pop to mind. One company in the Southeast is using both post-industrial and post-consumer products in their process. CDS, located in Quincy,
no special adhesives, clips, or hangers are required. And best of all -- CDS "Green" StoneTM products contain recycled-content materials.
Some of the materials contained in CDS
Florida, just south of the Georgia state line, produces cast-stone products for both interior and exterior use. Products include wall panels, columns, crown moldings, and architectural pieces. All products come in a wide variety of textures and colors. CDS's products can be seen in retail shops throughout the Southeast, including Radio Shack, The Whitehall Co. Jewelers, and Footaction.
The cast-stone products look like stone and even have the same texture as stone, but these synthetic products are easier to install
CDS has accepted over 42 tons of materials from
industries in the Southeast that
would otherwise wind up in the landfill.
"Green" StoneTM include post-consumer and post-industrial cellulose, post-consumer glass, post consumer and industrial drywall, and reclaimed industrial water. In the last four months alone, CDS has accepted over 42 tons of materials from industries in the Southeast that would otherwise wind up in landfills.
CDS's commitment to being a good environmental steward doesn't stop with using recycled-content material in their process. CDS is even working on reducing packaging waste created during shipment of their products. The
and lighter weight than real stone. These synthetic stones allow the buyer to get the look of natural
dyes used in the process are also water-soluble. For more information about the company, visit their
stone, without the typical design and cost restrictions.
web site at www.cdsmanufacturing.net.
These products can be installed in a fraction of time since
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Current Pollution Prevention Partners
P2AD would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge all of its Pollution Prevention Partners (P3), particularly the many partners that are new to the program. The P3 program is a three-level certification program that recognizes and rewards continuous pollution prevention performance and environmental improvement by Georgia facilities in the manufacturing, service, governmental, and agricultural sectors. Organizations that qualify for the P3 program demonstrate to their customers, employees, and community a commitment to preventing pollution and waste, increasing efficiency, and improving the environment. Manufacturers qualifying for the P3 program are eligible for applying for the Governor's Award. Current Pollution Prevention Partners are:
Model Level
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company J & J Industries, Inc. Mount Vernon Mills, Inc.
Achievement Level
Advantis Technologies, Inc. Georgia Power Company - Plant Bowen Georgia Power Company - Plant Hammond Georgia Power Company - Plant McDonough Georgia Power Company - Plant Scherer Georgia Power Company - Plant Yates Unilever Home & Personal Care, USA
Entry Level
American Proteins, Inc. Georgia Feed Products Griffin Power Systems, Caterpillar, Inc. Lafarge (Blue Circle Cement) Yamaha Music Manufacturing Baby's Dream Furniture, Inc.
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Calendar of Events
See www.p2ad.org for more details on all listed events...
November 15, 2001 America Recycles Day in Georgia. Contact the Georgia Recycling Coalition at (404) 634-3095 or www.georgiarecycles.org for more information on local events.
January 27-30, 2002
Water Sources: Conservation, Reuse, and Resource Management, sponsored by the American Water Works Association and Water Environment Federation, Las Vegas, NV. Conference rate for hotels being held through December 14, 2001. See www.awwa.org for registration information and agenda.
January 28-30, 2002
American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society (AESF)/EPA Conference for Environmental Excellence, Orlando, FL. See www.aesf.org/ conferences for a detailed agenda.
February 20-23, 2002 Greenprints 2002 Conference, Sustainable Communities by Design, Hyatt Regency, Atlanta, GA. For registration information and a full conference agenda, see www.southface.org.
March 19-20, 2002
Georgia Water and Pollution Control Association (GW&PCA) 2002 Industrial Conference and Expo, Atlanta, GA. For registration information and a full conference agenda, see www.gwpca.org.
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