3C Automotive Repair – EcoBiz Certified
3C Automotive Repair, located at 2208 NW Birdsdale Avenue in Gresham, has gained EcoBiz Certification. In the process of becoming certified, 3C made a number of significant changes to improve the environment and protect employees. Steps included: Using Sure Shot sprayers and bulk brake cleaner, instead of single use aerosol cans, eliminating…
Atomic Auto – EcoBiz Certified
Atomic Auto, located at 2510 NE Sandy Blvd. in Portland, has gained recognition from EcoBiz for their commitment to protecting the environment. EcoBiz is a voluntary certification administered by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and local government agencies. The certification was completed by Owner Travis Decker and General Manager Cale Pelton. Atomic is currently beta testing…
Green Drop Garage, Moreland – EcoBiz Certified
Green Drop Garage recently opened a new, Moreland neighborhood location at 5321 SE 28th Avenue in Portland. Continuing their pro-active approach to sustainability, Green Drop applied for certification and consulted with EcoBiz prior to opening. On August 18th, the second location gained EcoBiz Certification after a final site visit by the Oregon DEQ and Pacific…
Portland Motor Works – EcoBiz Certified
Portland Motor Works has gained EcoBiz Certification for their commitment to protecting the environment. The shop, located at 9032 SE Woodstock Blvd in Portland, was certified by staff from the Oregon DEQ and PPRC. With a focus on European automotive repairs, Portland Motor Works became certified under the leadership of owner Niles Todd. To become EcoBiz Certified, Portland…
Organic Landcare Solutions at Lewis & Clark College
Founded in 1974, Oregon Tilth is a nonprofit organization that certifies farmers as well as landscape professionals nationwide. Oregon Tilth actively promotes a more sustainable approach to landscaping via the Organic Landcare program. Through examinations and extensive training, landscapers can become accredited as an Oregon Tilth Organic Landcare professional. Periodically, the Organic Landcare program offers…
Auto Shops Find Safer Chemicals
Originally posted by the Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center. On May 13, PPRC hosted a webinar on Safer Alternatives in the Auto Repair Industry. The webinar reviewed specific and effective ways that auto repair shops can improve the safety of the chemicals they use (webinar video). For more information on…
Beaverton Motorcycles EcoBiz Certified
Bob Lanphere’s Beaverton Motorcycles has become the first motorcycle repair shop to gain EcoBiz certification. EcoBiz is a free and voluntary certification for auto repair & body shops, carwashes, and landscapers in Oregon. Certified businesses meet strict standards designed to protect local waterways and prevent pollution. With leadership from Service Manager Jason…
Precision Import Repair – Recertified
Precision Import Repair has recertified for EcoBiz at their new location: 3150 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy, in Hillsboro. Established in 1964, Precision specializes in Japanese Auto Repair & Services, but can also service most cars and trucks. To become recertified, Precision upheld their strong environmental ethic: reducing toxics chemicals, using re-fillable…
