Q Center's environmental initiatives include: 
— 3 R’s (Reduce · Reuse · Recycle) 
— Environmentally Sensitive Purchasing 
— Conservation of Energy, Water & Other Natural Resources 
— Responsible Operations Practices 
— Hazardous Substance Management 

Here are some of the highlights. Download document below for complete details.

REDUCE-REUSE-RECYCLE
• Q Center's multi-phase, reverse-osmosis water purification system allows guests to enjoy purified water without using harmful plastic water bottles. Click here for details on Q's Go Pure! Water Purification System.

• Recycle bins are located throughout Q Center in meeting rooms, public areas and offices. Bins are clearly designated for their specific purpose.

• Paper, cardboard, plastic, glass, metal, disposable technology, printer toner cartridges, waste containers from production printers, packaging paper, and carpet squares are collected and recycled.

• An average of 4 tons of cardboard, 2.5 tons of paper and 50 cubic yards of commingled plastic, glass and aluminum are recycled each month. 

ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE PURCHASING
• The six most frequently used cleaning products for the residence and conference areas are Green Seal certified.

• Paper products are purchased through a mill that procures 100% of their manufacturing electricity from emission-free wind power. 

• Compostable carry-out containers and utensils are utilized in Q Center dining and retail operations.

CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, WATER & OTHER NATURE RESOURCES
• Room temperature and lighting are constantly monitored in our data centers to minimize energy consumption.

• High-efficiency hand dryers are being tested in our restrooms and could potentially replace paper towels.

RESPONSIBLE OPERATIONS PRACTICES
• Yard waste is composted regularly, recycling nutrients back into the ground and saving landfill space. 

• Select herbs and vegetables are grown and harvested in Q Center’s on-site organic garden.

• An energy reduction plan is activated during heavy energy usage periods.

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE MANAGEMENT
• We enforce proper disposal of hazardous materials such as batteries, light bulbs, CFLs, paints and solvents.

• Q Center has a compliant CFC recovery program covering the various refrigeration systems and equipment. Most equipment has been converted to more eco-friendly refrigerants.

• Q Center’s spill containment program ensures rapid clean-up to minimize any impact to the environment.