During Earth Month, We’re Sharing Some of Our Green Practices.
We all know the 3 big Rs surrounding recycling, right? Reduce, Reuse & Recycle. But how about Repaired, Rebuilt, Refurbished, Refinished & Resold? Here are a few of the ways we practice being environmentally friendly at Carriage Corner.
compost as much as we can and use that beautiful, rich soil in our gardens;- the thermostats are set low in both the summer and the winter; because our house is a traditional split level it’s possible to keep the house comfortable at lower temperatures;
- added energy efficient fireplaces in all of the guest rooms;
- eliminated the need for auxiliary window air conditioning units in the guest rooms;
- updated the washer and dryer to more energy efficient models;
- changed all the shower heads to be more water friendly;
- stock refillable, environmentally friendly luxury bath products in all of our guest rooms;
- keep a britta pitcher full in the fridge at all times and encourage guests to fill their water bottles;
- recycle everything possible;
- eliminated the use of single use soap; and
- are phasing out plastic single use water bottles.
What’s the Advantage to You?
While we don’t have separate garbage bins in our guest rooms, you don’t have to wonder if we’re recycling, because we are. When your room garbage is emptied, it’s sorted into trash, recycling and compost (if necessary). If you don’t feel comfortable tossing your bottle into the room garbage can, then there are three dedicated recycling bins around the property. They can be found in the garage, the kitchen, and by the back deck. So feel free to put your garbage where your want – it will get sorted properly.
Other Green Practices
What other things do we do that benefit our guests, the environment and keep us moving forward on the going green path?
- Indoor lights in public spaces are on timers; outdoor floodlights are on motion sensors
- Use LED bulbs
- Grow our own herbs, edible flowers and small vegetable garden
- planted loads of fruits – figs, raspberries, strawberries, kiwi & peaches researching the hardiest varieties for the area
- Freeze or preserve food so it doesn’t go to waste
- Recycle large glass bottles into craft projects – herb planters and candles to name a few
- Shop at and support locally owned retailers
- Use Energy Star appliances
- Re-use furniture – all of our antiques have been lovingly used by other generations
- Utilize services such as Craigslist and Freecycle
- Take re-usable bags to the grocery store
- Pay bills online and receive e-statements
- UL-certified power strips provided in guest rooms where needed
- Windows and screens kept in good working order so we can open them on days when the temperatures are moderate
- Ask guests to partner with us in our green efforts by re-using towels and sheets
- Cloth napkins are used at the breakfast table
- All of the China is second hand
- Line dry quilts, blankets and other items that won’t become stiff and uncomfortable to use
Our Green efforts continue as we find ways to reduce our carbon footprint and be more environmentally friendly
So, if you’re looking for a bed and breakfast that takes the Earth as seriously as you do, give us a try. You can find our rooms, rates and availability here
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