Operations

We have become nearly paperless. We use digital business forms instead of paper whenever possible. Two-sided printing, photocopying and 'Scan to Email' printer functions are used to reduce paper consumption. We rely on digital libraries to share resources including a digital materials-resource, a reference library, and industry standards library.

In the office cafe, Oh encourages reusable kitchen supplies as the first option (i.e. ceramic coffee mugs, silverware). Office provided coffee, tea, and other drinks are purchased in bulk quantities and staff meals are regularly set-up as buffets to reduce individual packaging.

OHPD supports environmental awareness by encouraging recycling and waste management in its business practices and operating procedures. The office encourages and educates staff on proper procedures of recycling and has incorporated office paper, cardboard, glass, plastic, light bulbs, printer cartridges and electronic devices into the recycling program.

OHPD encourages a healthy and sustainable office environment by improving the quality of indoor air through the use of operable windows and shading for manually controlled cross-ventilation, the use of approved Green Seal Standard products for all cleaning supplies to increase air quality, conducting regular thermal comfort surveys to maximize comfort and office productivity and the use of air scrubbing plants and a moss wall.

OHPD supports an energy-efficient office environment with an office design that maximizes natural daylight. We make every effort to reduce energy consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions by working with building owners to routinely monitor and repair our building’s HVAC system while also using a highly efficient water heater and set it to lower temperature to increase energy savings

OHPD supports a sustainable office environment by reducing our water consumption through the use of water-efficient faucet aerators installed in sinks.

OHPD encourages the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through alternative transportation methods. We encourage public transit use by offering transit passes to employees at discounted rates, providing secure bicycle storage and showers for commuters, and having shared office vehicles available for use during the work day.