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Constellation Coffee

Silver Designated Shop
  • Phone
    15224
  • Address
    4059 Penn Ave
    Pittsburgh, PA 15224

    Sustainability Practices

    Energy Conservation and Management

    Phantom Load

    The business unplugs little-used appliances, electronic equipment, and lighting fixtures to avoid “phantom load.”

    A. Yes

    ENERGY STAR Product

    The business uses at least one ENERGY STAR approved product, such as an HVAC unit, refrigerator, dishwasher, or computer (look for a blue ENERGY STAR logo on the product.)

    A. Yes

    Natural Cooling

    The business uses natural cooling (e.g., opening windows and doors) in place of air conditioning, when feasible.

    A. Yes

    Programmable Thermostat

    The business uses a programmable thermostat and sets it lower in the winter and higher in the summer.

    A. Yes

    HVAC System Cleaning

    The business replaces filters and or cleans its HVAC system.

    A. Yes

    Weatherization

    The business has sealed leaks around doors, windows, outlets, corners, and other joints ("weatherization").

    A. Yes

    Energy-efficient Windows

    The business uses multi-pane and/or energy-efficient windows.

    A. Yes

    Building/Pipe Insulation

    The business has insulated its pipes and ducts, ceilings, and walls.

    A. Yes

    Fluorescent Light Replacement

    The business has replaced its fluorescent light bulbs or tubes (as they have burned out) with low-mercury fluorescent light bulbs or tubes.

    A. Yes

    Incandescent Light Replacement

    The business has replaced its incandescent light bulbs (as they have burned out) with CFLs or LEDs.

    A. Yes

    T12 Fluorescent Light Replacement

    The business has replaced its T12 fluorescent light tubes (as they have burned out) with T8 (or lower) tubes.

    A. Yes

    Water Conservation and Management

    Water Use Reduction Policy

    The business has a water use reduction policy and has informed its employees about proper water conservation techniques (e.g., not leaving the faucet running when water is not being used, ensuring that faucets are completely off and not dripping, etc.).

    A. Yes

    Eliminated Unnatural Chemicals on Green Spaces

    The business has eliminated the use of any unnatural chemicals on its green spaces or outdoor plants.

    A. Yes

    Products, Services, and Purchasing

    Sustainable/Environmentally-preferable Purchasing Policy

    The business has a sustainable/environmentally-preferable purchasing policy (e.g., it seeks out and buys environmentally-friendly cleaning supplies, furniture, and other items).

    A. Yes

    25% of Products from Local Markets

    The business sells products of which at least 25% are made in local markets (defined as within the commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a 150-mile radius from the business).

    A. Yes

    Uses Locally-produced Materials

    The business uses locally-produced materials when possible, if it manufactures or produces goods (excluding food).

    A. Yes

    25% of Supplies from Local Suppliers

    The business chooses to purchase at least 25% of its operating supplies from locally-owned suppliers.

    A. Yes

    Biodegradable/Environmentally-friendly Cleaning Supplies

    The business uses biodegradable, environmentally-friendly cleaning supplies (if allowed by law for its industry/sector).

    A. Yes

    30% Post-Consumer Recycled Material Paper Products

    The business buys paper products (e.g., printing paper, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.) made with at least 30% post-consumer recycled content.

    A. Yes

    Paper Products Free of Bleach/Chlorine

    The business buys paper products that are free of bleach and/or chlorine.

    A. Yes

    Innovation

    Innovation Bonus 1

    Tell us about a sustainable initiative not listed in the questionnaire. List sustainable practice:

    A. Yes

    We utilize spent coffee grounds for compost

    Innovation Bonus 2

    Tell us about a sustainable initiative not listed in the questionnaire. List sustainable practice:

    A. Yes

    We reuse boiled water by using it for cleaning to reduce waste

    Business Operations and Practices

    Up-to-date Housekeeping Items

    The business is up-to-date with its bookkeeping and accounting, cash flow, workplace health and safety, licenses and permits, and insurance policies.

    A. Yes

    Laws and Regulations Compliance

    The business is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g., taxes, health code, etc.).

    A. Yes

    Sustainable Practices Training

    The business includes sustainable practices in the training of new and existing employees.

    A. Yes

    Employee Health Encouragement

    The business encourages its employees to exercise or stay healthy and fit.

    A. Yes

    Local Bank Account

    The business has chosen an independent, small community bank or credit union to maintain at least one of its business-related checking or savings accounts.

    A. Yes

    Sponsors Community/School Events

    The business sponsors community or school events.

    A. Yes

    Prohibits Discrimination

    The business prohibits discrimination in both hiring and customer service, and values inclusion and diversity.

    A. Yes

    Interviews Wide Range of Candidates

    The business ensures that a wide range of candidates are interviewed for job openings.

    A. Yes

    Pays Living Wages

    The business pays living wages to all of its employees.

    A. Yes

    Minority, LGBT, or Woman-owned Business

    The business is a minority, LGBTQ+, or woman-owned business.

    A. Yes

    Occupancy

    Eliminated Harmful Chemicals for Pest Control

    The business has eliminated the use of harmful chemicals for pest control, both inside and outside its building.

    A. Yes

    Former Blighted/Abandoned Property

    The business occupies a formerly blighted/abandoned property, putting it back into productive use.

    A. Yes

    Low Use of VOCs

    The business only uses or has only used paints, finishes, coatings, stains, primers, adhesives, and sealants that are low-emitting (i.e., low in volatile organic chemicals [VOCs]).

    A. Yes

    Transportation

    Owner Lives Within 5 Miles

    The business is owned by a proprietor who lives within 5 miles of his or her business.

    A. Yes

    Employees Bike or Walk

    The business has employees who bike or walk to and from work.

    A. Yes

    Bike Rack

    The business has a bike rack outside its building for customer and employee use, or covered/indoor bike storage space.

    A. Yes

    Hybrid/Electric/Alternative Vehicles for Business Travel

    The business uses hybrid, electric, or alternative fuel vehicles for its business-related travel.

    A. Yes

    Waste Management

    Waste Tracking

    The business is aware of the amount of waste it produces and disposes of and tracks its progress on waste reduction.

    A. Yes

    Waste Reduction/Recycling Policy

    The business has a waste reduction and recycling policy and has informed its employees about waste reduction and proper recycling practices.

    A. Yes

    "Hard-to-recycle" Items

    The business recycles larger "hard-to-recycle" items that are able to be recycled (e.g., refrigerators, furniture, etc.).

    A. Yes

    Asks Customers About Bags

    or asks customers if they would like a bag before bagging their items (if answered NO to above).

    A. Yes

    Sustainable Pittsburgh

    307 Fourth Avenue, Suite 700
    Pittsburgh, PA 15222 USA

    412-258-6642 (phone)
    info@sustainablepittsburgh.org


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