6.4: Tenant Awareness

(25 points)

GREEN GLOBES #6.4.1 Is there a communications strategy with tenants regarding environmental initiatives and practices in their building and to respond to tenant concerns? 

• Yes (10 points) 
• No (0 points)

Tooltip

Building management must have in place a well-understood system for communicating with tenants/occupants on environmental issues specific to the building. Tenants should be provided with information, and should have a forum or hotline to discuss the environmental concerns and to coordinate their activities.

GREEN GLOBES #6.4.2 Are there communications to tenants on the environmental measures that they can implement in the building to contribute to:

GREEN GLOBES #6.4.2.1 : Energy conservation? 

• Yes (3 points) 
• No (0 points)

Tooltip

An inexpensive way to reduce energy costs is by developing energy efficiency procedures and personal habits. Provide information to occupants on energy use and means of saving energy (such as information on turning off lights in unoccupied spaces, after normal office hours and the correct use of blinds).

GREEN GLOBES #6.4.2.2 : Waste reduction and recycling?

• Yes (3 points) 
• No (0 points)

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This can include promotional materials such as brochures and newsletters to keep tenants informed about how they can reduce the amount of waste being sent to landfill through such things as recycling and composting.

GREEN GLOBES #6.4.2.3 : Proper handling, storage and disposal of toxic products?

• Yes (3 points) 
• No (0 points)

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This can include newsletters, postings on bulletin boards, signage, memos, or participation responsible for environmental stewardship.

GREEN GLOBES #6.4.3 Has a tenant satisfaction survey been completed in the last 3 years? 

• Yes (6 points) 
• No (0 points)

Tooltip

A staff satisfaction survey enables managers to prioritize efforts and maximize the performance of their assets.

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