• Changing to office paper that is composed of 30% recycled material
• Our office is now set to black and white as standard (less ink = less toxins) and prints invoices as a two-sided copy
• Adding plastic and glass bottles to our recycling program (which already includes paper and aluminum)
• Re-developing our invoice/order software to reduce unnecessary reprints and unneeded pages
• Installation of an in-house laundry, thereby reducing transportation fuel costs, metal hanger usage, and plastic bag waste
• Re-using bubble wrap, packing popcorn, and plastic bags to protect breakable items

NEW FOR 2012 - LIGHTING!!

Après is embarking on a major lighting change.  We have  partnered with Noble Conversation/CEE, to convert from T12 fluorescent lighting to the more efficient and eco-friendly T8. Following a free lighting assessment by Noble, Après made the decision to replace all the lighting in the offices and warehouse, resulting in a 50% savings on power bills.  Although the initial investment is substantial, the savings coupled with Excel Energy's rebate  will allow the project to pay for itself in only 2.7 years.  In addition, sensor motion lighting will be installed in the warehouse, and showroom lighting will also be revamped, allowing for truer color representation.  For more information on receiving a free energy assessment  for your business, contact Noble Conservation at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

BAMBOO FOLDING CHAIRS

Bamboo grows up to one inch per day, making it a renewable resource

PRESSED BAMBOO CHARGER PLATES

Our charger plates are custom made by Vietnamese workers utilizing their native bamboo

CLEAR TENT ROOFS

Installing a clear roof on a tent amplifies the power of the sun. Although this is a disadvantage during the hot summer, in the autumn and spring it becomes a solar powered unit, providing a natural heat source for the tent.