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Top 5 Worst Excuses NOT to go "Green"

Do you find yourself saying any of these?

  1. I would love to embrace “green” energy ideas, but I already have a traditional mechanical system in place.
  2. Solar panels and other “green” energy ideas sound great, but we’re not ready for something drastic like that.
  3. I don’t have the money to spend for a “green” mechanical system for my new construction or improvements for my older system.
  4. I am very hesitant to attach a long-term obligation to my facility by financing the mechanical improvements I need.
  5. As long as I don’t know about any air or water quality problems in my facility, how can anyone hold me responsible for any related health issues that occur?

I would love to embrace “green” energy ideas, but I already have a traditional mechanical system in place.

Traditional mechanical systems can be more “green” as well. Outdated building practices and older or poorly conceived mechanical systems often contribute to inefficiencies that waste energy, water and other resources. Our environment pays the price for this waste, and so you do – every month when you pay your bills.

Ask about a Blue Dot energy assessment today and learn how you can start saving money while you help conserve our environment.


Solar panels and other “green” energy ideas sound great, but we’re not ready for something drastic like that.

Alternative energy sources, such as solar, wind and geothermal, are important technologies for a “green” future, but a lot of people don’t realize that there are many ways that new and existing facilities can be more environmentally friendly. For instance, by simply replacing your emergency “EXIT” lights, you can save $50 worth of energy per year, per sign. This is just one of many small steps that you can take where the benefits add up to significant energy economy.

Ask about a Blue Dot energy assessment today. Learn how you can start saving money while you help conserve our environment.


I don’t have the money to spend for a “green” mechanical system for my new construction or improvements for my older system.

Blue Dot offers financing options. The added cost efficiency, combined with the potential benefits of added productivity and tax credits, help defray the cost of your new system.

Ask about a Blue Dot energy assessment today and learn about the intelligent choices – both big and small – that will help your facility conserve our environment and cut your dependence on connected utilities.


I am very hesitant to attach a long-term obligation to my facility by financing the mechanical improvements I need.

Mechanical system maintenance is a long-term obligation. But also realize the cost of mechanical improvements will increase every year you put them off. By delaying, you are incurring expense down the road while you endure the potentially unhealthy conditions and added utility costs of a poorly performing mechanical system.

Ask about a Blue Dot energy audit today and learn about financing options that will help your facility conserve our environment and cut your dependence on connected utilities.


As long as I don’t know about any air or water quality problems in my facility, how can anyone hold me responsible for any related health issues that occur?

The building owner and operator are liable for the conditions inside the facility whether or not they are aware of any problems. As a building owner, it’s your legal and ethical responsibility to ensure a safe environment for your occupants.

Ask about a Blue Dor air and water quality audit today and learn how to improve and maintain a healthy and comfortable environment in your facility while reducing your dependence on connected utilities.

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