Furnace/boiler tune-up
As winter settles in, now is the perfect time to schedule your furnace or boiler tune-up. Regular maintenance not only extends the lifespan of your heating system but also maximizes its efficiency, helping you save on energy costs during the colder months. Whether you rent or own your space, it’s important to ensure your heating system is ready to handle the season ahead. Don’t wait until winter—schedule your tune-up today for a cozy and efficient fall and winter! Bonus Tip: If you have a boiler, remember that boiler tune-ups qualify for rebates every two years with some utilities. Energy Smart can assist with the rebate applications. www.mnenergysmart.com
Adding bins
Improving your recycling rate can be as easy as adding recycling bins where people need them. In Anoka, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington counties there is county grant funding available for color-coded bins with easy-to-understand labels to make it easier for businesses to be better at recycling. Contact Waste Wise at www.mnwastewise.com to learn about your project and grant options.
Utility bills
When was the last time you reviewed your utility bills? Worried your bills are high? Energy Smart conducts free commercial utility bill analysis of your last 36 months of bill history, ensuring accurate rates and uncovering usage trends. If you’ve opened recently or moved, verifying your rate structure is especially important. Contact www.mnenergysmart.com for a utility bill check-up.
Plastic film
Plastic film is a common waste item in the retail industry. You can identify it by its stretchiness and ability to be punctured easily without crinkling. While recycling options exist for plastic film, it CANNOT be placed in the regular recycling dumpster. These stretchy plastics tangle the equipment at regular recycling facilities. Plastic film is collected separately and recycled into products such as composite lumber, trash bags, and outdoor goods. Many grocery retailers provide collection points for customers to drop off plastic film for recycling. If you would like to learn more about how your business can recycle plastic film or be a collection point, get in touch with Waste Wise at www.mnwastewise.com.
