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The Challenge: Materials

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Materials

Select any or all of the following steps to sustainability:

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	I will recycle organic materials to the landscape by install one compost bin for landscape trimmings at my business and train my crews how to use it.
	I will reduce costs related to new materials and lower the landfill burden by including existing site materials into every new job.
	I will facilitate the future reuse of materials by using bolt and screw fasteners instead of adhesives, nails and mortar.
	I will support responsible forest management by installing only sustainable wood.
	I will reduce my carbon footprint and the feed the local economy by using: Soils and aggregates extracted within 50 miles Plants grown within 250 miles All other materials sourced within 500 miles

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