Become an educated organization and begin to make changes. As nonprofit organizations you will recoup you costs more quickly than for-profits.
Check out Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia and its information on Alternatives to Oil. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alternatives_to_oil
Check out this web site on the use of Hemp and all of the products produced from it. http://everything.hemp.com/
Steps to take to lower impact to the environment and lower your costs.
- Take advantage of video conferencing
- Buy products on line, in bulk and those that have a lesser impact on the environment and ultimately lower your costs. Look for recycled or local products.
- Request local businesses carry products that are made of recycled material.
- Send email instead of mail.
- Create a web experience for volunteering and delivering some of your services.
- Raise money to be make changes to be carbon neutral.