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CMP Conclave - Green Facts about the Spokane Convention Center
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Built on the scenic Spokane River the Spokane Convention Center expansion site has great history in concert with the environment and is situated on site of Expo '74, the first environmental worlds fair. The Spokane Convention Center is a LEED Silver Certified building and here are some of their accomplishments this year:
- Donating 3 tons of food to area food banks so far this year
- Composting 20 tons of food waste since April 1
- Increasing recycling rate for cardboard by 30% due to a new single stream waste program
- Reducing water consumption by more than 30% through high efficiency water fixtures
- Purchasing green cleaning supplies that meet LEED standards
- Purchasing paper towels that are manufactured with 100% recycled fiber
- Purchasing trash bags that are 100% post-industrial recycled materials
You'll see this fantastic green facility when you attend the CMP Conclave, June 8-10 and you can find more green facts at http://www.spokanecenter.com/green.php.
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