The publications described
here are good "all in one" guides to implementing a
green business program. They represent a range of
different approaches, from step-by-step technical guidance to more general
strategic planning. Also included are a few publications that support programs on topics such as employee
participation and compliance auditing. The publications are presented in a
recommended order for review, beginning with overviews of approaches and
general frameworks.
A New Vision: An Organizational Guide to Pollution
Prevention
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency. 2001. 124 pages.
Overview that describes three different approaches to cleaner production and
pollution prevention: the "traditional" planning approach, Environmental
Management Systems, and total quality management. Also describes common
themes and elements for all three approaches. Read this first to understand
why the manuals here have a variety of approaches.
Principles of Pollution Prevention and Cleaner Production:
An International Training Course.
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency. 1999. 119 pages.
Covers most aspects of P2 and CP, including a good description of
Environmental Management Systems and how they support P2 and CP. Includes
case studies, web resources and sample checklists.
Three Steps to Eco Efficiency
Environment Canada. 2000. 15
pages.
Simple questionnaire and scoring system designed to identify areas for
improvement.
Concise Self-Assessment Guide to Environmentally
Sustainable Commerce
West Michigan Sustainable Business
Forum. 1997. 16 pages.
Collection of strategic questions around business areas to guide and measure
progress in improving environmental performance. Provides a framework for
understanding the application of CP methods as described in the other
manuals.
Eco-Mapping
International Network for
Environmental Management. 1998. 17 pages.
Visual planning and analysis tool designed for small businesses to identify
environmental issues and potential solutions and create a simple
environmental management system.
Good Housekeeping Guide for Small & Medium-Sized
Enterprises
German Agency for Technical
Cooperation. 1998. 32 pages.
Excellent guide for getting started in environmental management by improving
housekeeping practices. Includes simple analysis tools and guidance with
examples. Also good for larger companies.
Waste Minimization: Getting Staff Involved
United Kingdom Environment Agency.
2001. 36 pages.
Presents a range of strategies for increasing staff participation in waste
minimization. Includes example newsletters, posters and communication tools.
The Nothing to Waste Program: Incorporating Pollution
Prevention into Small Businesses
New Mexico Environmental Alliance.
2001. 70 pages.
Six tutorials on simple tools using employee participation for finding
pollution prevention solutions. Appropriate for any organization.
Waste Minimization: An Environmental Good Practice Guide
for Industry
United Kingdom Environment Agency.
2001. 89 pages.
Comprehensive and reasonably detailed guide covering most common aspects of
operations.
Small Business Waste Reduction Guide
University of Wisconsin-Extension.
1997. 250 pages.
This manual includes a brief overview of waste reduction concepts and
opportunities (Section 2), brief waste reduction tip sheets (Section 3),
case studies (Section 4), information on U.S. environmental regulations
(Section 5), and waste reduction checklists (Section 6). Also included are a
set of promotional materials, contact information, and reference lists
geared mostly toward a U.S. audience.
Cleaner Production Manual for Small and Medium Enterprise
Curtin University of Technology.
2001. 100 pages.
This provides a program for CP implementation in five modules. It includes
case studies, worksheets, guides for calculations, and step-by step
procedures.
Audit and Reduction Manual for Industrial Emissions and
Wastes
United Nations Industrial
Development Program. 1991. 124 pages.
Step-by-step manual using a materials balance approach to identify sources
and reduction opportunities for emissions. Includes case studies of beer,
leather and printed circuit board production. Also includes technical
methods for measuring wastewater and gas flows. Engineering approach.
Lean Manufacturing and the Environment: Research on
Advanced Manufacturing Systems and the Environment and Recommendations for
Leveraging Better Environmental Performance
US EPA. 2005. 68 pages.
Background document on Lean and Green manufacturing.
The Lean and Environment Toolkit
US EPA. 2005. 68 pages.
The EPA’s intent in developing this toolkit is to enable Lean practitioners
to improve both their business performance and their environmental
performance by identifying and eliminating environmental wastes at their
organizations. The toolkit offers practical strategies and tools for
integrating environmental considerations into Lean initiatives in ways that
support Lean’s focus on the elimination of waste and non-value added
activity.
Pursuing Perfection: Case Studies Examining Lean
Manufacturing Strategies, Pollution Prevention, and Environmental Regulatory
Management Implications
US EPA. 2005. 68 pages.
Describes in detail how Boeing implements lean manufacturing and achieves
environmental benefits as a result.
Pollution Prevention Planning Handbook.
Environment Canada. 2001. 153
pages.
Includes general information, detailed guidance, model plan, analysis
methods, and generic guidance for P2 methods. Typical of the P2 planning
handbooks created by many state P2 programs.
Waste at Work: Prevention Strategies for the Bottom Line
Council on the Environment of New
York City. 1998. 120 pages.
Outstanding, comprehensive guide to waste minimization and conservation in
departments and offices. Appropriate for all organizations but especially
for large ones.
Manufacturing Assessment Planner Toolkit
National Institute of Standards
and Technology - Manufacturing Extension Partnership. 1999
The Manufacturing Assessment Planner (MAP) Toolkit is designed to aid in
performing low-cost assessments. The planner provides the necessary steps
and procedures to conduct an eight-hour, integrated energy, environment, and
manufacturing efficiency assessment for a small or midsized facility.
Business Guide to Waste Reduction and Recycling Workbook
(parts 1 and 2)
Xerox Corporation. 1998. 142
pages.
Good general guide, primarily focused on office waste. Includes extensive
worksheets and contact information.
Environmental Management Tools for SMEs: A Handbook
European Environmental Agency.
1998. 168 pages.
Includes descriptions, rationale, implementation steps and small case
studies for the following tools: Environmental policy, management systems,
auditing, indicators, eco-balances, life cycle assessment, labeling,
reporting and voluntary charters.
Multimedia Inspectors Training Course.
US Environmental Protection
Agency. 1998. 276 pages.
Provides detailed guidance how to inspect facilities for compliance with
air, water, hazardous waste, and health and safety rules. Also includes
guidance on pollution prevention methods and for inspecting in the following
industries: Cement, chemicals, metallurgy, pharmaceuticals, pesticides,
printed circuit boards, petroleum, and tanneries. Very valuable for any
medium to large company or any environmental or health agency.
A Community Development Guide for Companies
International Finance Corporation,
Environment Division. 1998. 63 pages.
Guide to help companies set up effective community development programs to
channel benefits to the communities located near or affected by their
operations.
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