Today I wrapped up my second sustainable workplace presentation. Offices across the city are starting green teams to help transform organizational practices. Because of my connection with the Green Omaha Coalition and my company’s sustainable objectives, I was invited to share information and tactics that I have learned.

On Tuesday I was at the Child Saving Institute. They have a brand new building in Midtown, which I was stoked to get a closer look at. The design is fantastic, and it is a great environment to inspire future-thinking. The group that attended was enthusiastic and well-informed. When went a full hour, and several people hung out afterwards to talk more.

Today I was joined by Dale from Firstar Fiber to present at Pioneer Investments. They have a 70 person office in Regency Court. The group was smaller, but they were thirsty for knowledge and full of energy for change.

I try to keep things fun and interesting, putting the need for change into societal context. I share techniques that utilize the 3-pronged strategy of reduce, reuse, recycle. The focus swings from paper use and energy savings, to transportation and lunch breaks. I think that there is something in there for everyone, with practical tips for any office.

I’m feeling pretty good right now, but it feels like Omaha is moving in the right direction.

If you are starting a green team in your Omaha area office, please contact me and we can see if it is feasible for me to give the presentation at your company.