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What does it mean to become "green”? Simply put, getting green means putting in place practices that protect people and the environment. We can work toward this goal individually, as families and as a community by making decisions in our daily lives and replacing old habits with new ones that support the earth’s ability to sustain us. Each small step we take toward getting green is a step toward protecting our quality of life now and into the future.

What’s my role? Protecting our quality of life is a responsibility we all share. When we make decisions from an awareness of how our actions affect our community, we attain environmental, aesthetic, psychological and economic benefits. Clean water and air, pleasant surroundings, a sense of well-being and more money in our pockets are just a few.

FEATURES - What you can do to become more green:
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  Get Green Columbus
Learn about Mayor Coleman's plan for Environmental Stewardship. Check for upcoming events on MORPC's Green Calendar. Visit the Greater Columbus Green Map to discover Columbus through a Green Lens.
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  Home Conservation Tips
Conservation practices provide savings for your wallet while protecting the environment.
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  ComTil Compost
The Columbus Compost Facility has been manufacturing high quality organic mulch since 1980.
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  Storm Drain Marker Program
Public education program raises awareness that dumping hazardous waste into storm drains contributes to water pollution and endangers wildlife.
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  GreenSpot Program
A recognition program for Columbus residents who are taking steps to protect the environment. Learn how to become more "green" & make your home, school or business a GreenSpot.
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FEATURES - What we're doing that's green:
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  Drinking Water Quality
The Water Quality Lab performs water quality monitoring and treatment research to ensure that Columbus drinking water meets or exceeds federally mandated Safe Drinking Water Act standards.
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  Surface Water Quality
The Department of Public Utilities is dedicated to providing its core services in an environmentally responsible manner for cleaner waterways.
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  We All Live Downstream
Prevent water pollution through everyday living with simple tips keep our water clean. Related topics include a Storm Drain Marker Program & Central Ohio River Pride.
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  Water Sources
Learn about the water supply system that serves central Ohio residents.
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  Watershed Management Program:
Protecting the Source

An introduction to our watershed program covers the importance of protecting our drinking water source & supply. Includes landscaping with native plants & the Land Stewardship Program for residents who live beside the source.
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  Green Power
Hydro-electric, methane and solar power produce green energy in Columbus.
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  Solar Power at the Africentric School
Local school harnesses the sun for electricity.
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  5th Ave Dam Project
The Department of Public Utilities is working in conjunction with the US Army Corp of Engineers to restore the ecosystem of the Lower Olentangy Sub-basin, with the primary focus on the 5th Avenue Dam.
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