Office Solutions receives its second consecutive California Waste Reduction Award in recognition of outstanding efforts to conserve resources and reduce landfill waste.
YORBA LINDA, CA, October 30, 2009 – For the second consecutive year, Office Solutions, an Orange County-based commercial office supplier, was selected as a recipient of the 2009 California Waste Reduction Awards.
The recognition honored the company's efforts to reduce waste, conserve resources, and encourage businesses to adopt more environmentally responsible practices through its recycling initiatives.
Recognized by California for Waste Reduction
The Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP), established in 1993, was an annual recognition program administered by the California Integrated Waste Management Board.
The program recognized California businesses that demonstrated outstanding efforts to reduce non-hazardous waste and decrease the amount of garbage sent to landfills.
Other recipients of the 2009 WRAP Awards included Southern California Edison, Apple Inc., and Google.
Office Solutions' second consecutive WRAP Award recognized its continued commitment to waste reduction, recycling services, and responsible resource management.
Recycling Achievements and Environmental Impact
Since the inception of its recycling program, Office Solutions had recycled more than 210 tons of material, according to the October 2009 announcement.
The company's environmental efforts extended beyond its own operations through a complimentary recycling program designed to help customers reduce waste and adopt recycling practices.
Total material recycled since the program began, as reported in 2009.
Businesses using the Office Solutions recycling program by October 2009.
Environmentally friendly products featured in the company's green catalog.
A Recycling Commitment Dating Back to 1984
Office Solutions maintained an internal recycling program from its founding in 1984, reflecting a longstanding commitment to conserving resources and reducing waste disposal.
In 2007, the company expanded its recycling initiative to include its customers. This extension was intended to make recycling services more accessible while encouraging businesses to establish their own environmental programs.
Office Solutions also provided customers with a manual explaining how to develop and launch recycling programs or other green initiatives.
A Message From Office Solutions' Leadership
We wanted to encourage our customers to develop their own recycling programs or green initiatives and we provided a manual on how to launch these programs. Whether they implemented their programs or not, we will continue to offer our recycling program to our customers as a value added complimentary service.
Recycling has always been an important part of our value system – well before green was marketable. Now the program has become so well received, that in addition to recycling paper, toners and e-waste, we have added shredded paper and dry-cell batteries to the list.
Helping Customers Build Greener Workplaces
Office Solutions distinguished itself within the office supply industry by offering recycling services and educational resources designed to help customers reduce waste.
Quarterly Recycling Newsletters
Customers received quarterly email newsletters featuring recycling-related articles and statistics to help build awareness of waste reduction practices.
Green Product Catalog
The company offered a green catalog featuring more than 4,700 eco-friendly products, providing customers with alternatives for office purchasing.
Complimentary Recycling Pickup
Office Solutions provided free pickup of eligible recyclable materials, helping customers reduce waste sent to landfills without an additional recycling service charge.
Expanded Recycling Services
In early 2009, the company added shredded paper pickup. It subsequently expanded the program to include dry-cell batteries, alongside other recyclable materials.
Materials Accepted Through the Recycling Program
As described in the 2009 announcement, the recycling program covered several categories of office waste, with additional materials added as the service expanded.
By October 2009, more than 100 businesses were using the Office Solutions recycling program, which was offered as a complimentary customer service.
What the WRAP Recognition Meant for Businesses
The Waste Reduction Awards Program provided California businesses with an opportunity to receive public recognition for outstanding waste reduction efforts.
Award recipients were authorized to use the WRAP winner logo on products, advertising materials, and business websites to communicate their environmental achievements.
This recognition helped communities identify businesses that had demonstrated a serious commitment to reducing waste and conserving resources.
About Office Solutions
Office Solutions, described in the original announcement as the largest independent commercial office supplier in Southern California, serviced national corporate accounts throughout the United States with next-day service and advanced procurement systems.
The company was continually recognized in the Orange County Business Journal as one of the top 25 Orange County women-owned businesses and among the leading Orange County minority-owned businesses.
Office Solutions was also acknowledged for encouraging employees to share their time and resources with local charities, including:
The company continued to emphasize creativity, teamwork, and its commitment to exceptional customer service.
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