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RESOURCES Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP):A program based out of the University of Minnesota, MnTAP helps busi- nesses develop and implement industry-tailored solutions that prevent pollution at the source, maximize efficient use of resources, and reduce energy use and costs to improve public health and the environment. 612.624.1300 www.mntap.umn.edu/ Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM): RAM promotes resource conservation through waste prevention, reuse,recycling, composting,and purchasing practices using the most cost effective and environmentally sound methods available in Minnesota and offer recycling opportunities,education,and free signs 651.641.4589 www.recycleminnesota.org Minnesota Retired Environmental Technical Assistance Program (RETAP): Minnesota RETAP provides free,confidential, non-regulatory pollution prevention,waste reduction,and energy use reduction assistance,and other services to Minnesota busi- nesses, industries,and institutions.Assessments include analysis of utility bills,site visit,and a written report with high priority changes and estimated financial and environmental savings. 612.781.1307 www.pca.state.mn.us/dm0r6c0 Minnesota WasteWise:WasteWise is a membership nonprofit organization associated with the MN Chamber of Commerce. For a fee,they will get to intimately know your business and your needs and will work with you year-round to lighten your business' environmental impact and save you money. 651.292.4650 www.mnwastewise.org Minnesota Materials Exchange:The Minnesota Materials Exchange program is a free service that links organizations that have reusable goods they no longer need to those who can use them.By providing a business reuse network,the Exchange program prevents usable materials from becoming waste and saves users money. Users can list any unwanted items on the online exchange and post pictures,information,and the price. 612.624.0808 www.mnexchange.org EnergyStar:A program of the Environmental Protection Agency, EnergyStar certifies products that use less energy than their counterparts. These products can save your business money in the long run. http://www.energystar.gov/ The City of Elk River:The purpose of city staff is to serve your needs. City environmental specialists are ready to work with your business to increase efficiency and lower costs. In addition,the Economic Development Department is ready to assist your busi- ness,offering a low interest loan to fund energy efficiency upgrades that you can pay back with your energy cost savings. 763-635-1000 www.elkrivermn.gov The Minnesota Department of Commerce:The major purpose of the Minnesota Department of Commerce is to ensure that business flourishes in the state of Minnesota. Check out their guide at www.mn.gov/commerce Sherburne County Soil &Water Conservation District: Specializing in water conservation and the preservation of our native soils,the SWCD is ready to answer any questions you have regarding your green space and reducing your water use. 763-241-1170(Ext.4). www..sherburneswcd.org/ Other Resources:Your garbage hauler or utility may have conservation programs or rebates to offer you. If you are curious whether a rebate is available for one of the actions in this packet,call them and ask. Connexus Energy:763-323-2650 Randy's Sanitation:763-972-3335 Elk River Municipal Utlities:763-441-2020 ACE Solid Waste:763-427-3110 Centerpoint Energy: 612-321-4939 Allied Waste:952.941.5174 28