ECOServices

Complimentary information for visitors to Green Creek Row

For the Record

During our new headquarters' special dedication, in the middle of the pomp and extravagance, unnoticed by our esteemed guests (and the press), a somewhat unceremonious celebration was in progress. Ecoservices' employees found a different way to dedicate a building-- we hit the streets with tree planting on our minds. Through a company donation, our employees planted 27,000 trees in the community.

Be Our Guest

Ecoservices knows what it takes to make their guests comfortable, especially those who are environmentally inclined. Upon arrival at the new Green Creek Row headquarters, visitors can expect to find an environmentally friendly facility built and furnished in moderation.

A team of specialists called ecoplanners designed the new headquarters in Tower, Minnesota, with the intention of reducing the amount of materials normally required to build a structure of this magnitude. Part of that design involved recycling an idle paper mill into the headquarters' base structure. While the company was forced to adopt some blatant environmental improprieties that came with the 110-year-old structure, they were consoled in the fact that undeveloped land and building materials were spared. Also, because of the building's economical design, the superstructure, which completes the 240,000 sq ft facility, was constructed using 40% fewer materials than is standard for a comparable structure. Furthermore, nearly half of the materials used to build the superstructure and those used to convert the paper mill into a functioning workplace came from recycled sources.

Ecoservices has also made great strides in developing a resourceful working environment and suitable working conditions. The building's linear design encourages communication between employees, and the large offices and spacious lobbies help to create a tension-free atmosphere. It's a win-win situation: Ecoservices renovated an old building, saving several acres of natural habitat, and designed a facility that reduces employees' stress. Those visiting the facility are encouraged to take a look around and relax.

Ecoservices combined practicality and moderation to build their new headquarters and have possibly set a new standard in commercial building design. For now, ECO Services' hope is that other companies will follow suit and promote well-being for our planet and for our employees.

The Numbers are In

Conservation isn't an exact science; trying to tabulate what was conserved or spared from the recycling bin is difficult and the results are sometimes misleading. In fact, working out the numbers to Ecoservices endeavors in environmental correctness involved too much paperwork, so the project was abandoned. Nevertheless, some very respectable, reliable, and reputable sources volunteered a few estimates in regards to Ecoservice's environment protection plan.

Ecoservices Worldwide

Ecoservices has spread its influence throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, and North and South America. Foremost on Ecoservices' agenda in these worldwide locations is business. The majority of this business falls under environmental instruction, analysis, and management.

But Ecoservices is not all business. Truly committed to environmental goodwill, Ecoservice purchased several million acres of land in various countries to promote planet conservation and environmental awareness. For forest and wildlife conservation alone, Ecoservices purchased a combined total of 3.3 million acres in Brazil, Zaire, and North Carolina. While Ecoservice does not oversee day-to-day activities at these properties (local environmental engineers and advocates maintain the sanctuaries), the deed the company carries guarantees the land will remain unspoiled. There are facilities at these locations to accommodate visitors. Proceeds from admission to these areas helps finance research and preservation projects.

Environmental Bandwagon

When it comes to building a main office, Ecoservices isn't the only company with environmental proclivities. The non-profit Steinetz Institute runs their home base completely on solar power. The Barron Gallery of Live Performance insulated their theater complex with recycled material and reduced their fuel usage by 40 percent. One energy-saving device Ogle Productions employeed was to surround their studio with a small forest. Ogle claims they save both in heating and air conditioning. Boman Burgers' 200 restaurants use 100% recycled material for all their packaging. To control waste, Lester Meat Products uses every bit of the chicken to make their Bird Dog weiners.

Earth Day Event

You're all encouraged to attend New York City's Earth Day event. All we ask is that you pay particularly close attention to the kind of impact you'll make on Central Park. Ideally, we hope you don't leave any impression at all, especially in the form of discarded wrappers and paper cups. It wouldn't look to good if we, the espousers of environmentally friendly living, were to make a mess of Central Park. Here are the scheduled events:

New York City Earth Day Celebration Schedule 1993
Sun Apr 18	Mon Apr 19	Tues Apr 20	Wed Apr 21
10am-10pm	ED Exhibits, Carnival, Information Booths
4pm-6pm	March	Tree Planting Activities
7pm-10pm	Concerts in the Park, Fireworks	Dance	Closing Ceremony