Lents Body Shop Inc. – Recertified
Continuing their longstanding commitment to protecting the environment, Lents Body Shop, Inc has recertified for EcoBiz. Located in the Lents Town Center at 9038 S.E. Foster Road in Portland, Lents Body Shop takes great pride in their eco-friendly practices, including: Using Low VOC, Waterborne Paints Posting spill response plans throughout the shop Placing spill…
Tom Dwyer Automotive Services – Recertified
Tom Dwyer Automotive (530 SE Tenino St, Portland, OR) one of the first EcoBiz shops, has recertified for another five years. This time around, Tom Dwyer has made a number of improvements, including: moving tires and metal under cover to reduce run-off, adding secondary containment berms to the shop doors, and…
A New Dimension Collision Repair – Recertified
Last week, A New Dimension Collision Repair (1130 SE MLK Jr Blvd, Portland) recertified with EcoBiz, upholding their commitment to protecting environment. By utilizing a water based paint system, they drastically reduce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous waste associated with most auto paints. During the recertification process, they also decided to…
Recerts – August 2014
EcoBiz has been busy recertifying businesses and agencies this summer. These folks have sustained and improved their standards and taken great steps to protect the environment: M & W Automotive – Located in Tigard, M&W Automotive specializes in Volvo and Saab service and repair. They’re always looking for ways to prevent waste, investing in…
HAWTHORNE AUTO CLINIC: RECERTIFIED
Back in 1999, they were the first auto shop to become EcoBiz Certified. Fifteen years later, Hawthorne Auto Clinic continues to uphold and evolve their high environmental standards. In June, EcoBiz program staff with the PPRC and the Oregon DEQ, recertified Hawthorne Auto Clinic for an additional 5 years. The shop continues to adapt and improve…
Bruce Chevrolet: Certified
With assistance from staff and Service Manager Jason Sontag, Bruce Chevrolet is now EcoBiz Certified. Bruce Chevy, located in Hillsboro, Oregon, adopted a number of environmentally friendly practices including: Installing spill containment systems for all containers over 55 gallons. Adding four spill kits, and providing annual spill training. Recycling and reusing parts cleaning…
MINI of Portland: Certified
Mini of Portland, located at 9134 SW Canyon Rd in Beaverton, is now EcoBiz Certified. Service Manager Chris Cyree and implemented a number of eco-friendly changes to gain certification including: Adding a secondary containment berm for the product storage room; Moving all tires off-site for recycling daily; Acquiring a covered container…
