Local Action Plan to Reduce Emissions of Greenhouse Gases

Sustainability steps of the Winston-Salem Entertainment and Sports Complex

Existing Reduction Measures in Winston-Salem Government Operations

• The Lawrence Joel Veteran’s Memorial practices off-peak, pre-cooling for major events to avoid high demands on the electrical system and the associated charges.
• The Complex recycles plastics, paper, cardboard, and food products.
• Animal waste, shredded paper, straw bedding, and food are composted on-site and used in the landscaped areas.
• Cooking oil from concession operations is processed on-site into biodiesel and used in the Complex vehicles.
• An employee “green” committee has been formed and is meeting regularly to initiate new sustainable ideas.

Future Reduction Measures for Winston-Salem Government Operations

• “Green” purchasing practices for various products including cleaning chemicals and concession products are being evaluated.
• Methods of educating and directing Complex event patrons in proper methods of recycling are being discussed.  

Read the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Local Action Plan to Reduce Emissions Report July 2008 [pdf/1mb/43p] 

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