So what does using green power mean? In this case, being bullfrog powered means that for all of the electricity used by Eclipse Awards, bullfrog contributes and equal amount of electricity into the BC grid from renewable energy projects located in BC and Alberta. Bullfrog's current mix in BC is approximately 80% from certified low-impact hydro, and 20% from wind energy sources.  All projects are EcoLogo certified meaning they're verified by a 3rd party to ensure accuracy.

 

Without a doubt, conservation and simply using as little electricity as possible is the best and fastest way to lower your energy footprint.  Some people call these negawatts - they are the least expensive tool at our disposal and the one we should use first.  As with design, the elegance of conservation lies in what you don't use.  We designed our new office to emrace natural light and in fact, we rarely even turn on the lights between April and September. When we do use electricity though, we want that power to be produced as cleanly and as locally as possible.  By working with a partner like bullfrog, we help to create more demand for green power projects in BC.

Choosing green power is definitely affordable and something most organizations should consider, especially when you think about these benefits:

1. Green power means fewer greenhouse gas emissions (GHG’s)
2. Staff and clients feel good knowing they are contributing to a solution
3. It strengthens our commitment to sustainability and appeals to clients that share our values
4. It's a simple way to help support the emergence of green power and renewable energy projects. 

Sustainability has a lot of dimensions and power and energy are definitely big considerations. Using green power to lighten our footprint, differentiate our company, and help enable new renewable power projects is a perfect example of the win-win-win situations we like to create at Eclipse Awards.  Working with an excellent partner like bullfrog is also enjoyable and rewarding.

Let us know if you decide to help lead the way and go bullfrog too!