The Diamond Jo is asking all of its vendors and construction partners to join in the effort to create an environmentally sustainable community. They know it is just a start but the Diamond Jo is committed to making the Dubuque area a better place for its team members, customers, partners and their families.

Their team took the following pledge:

We accept the “Go Green” Challenge by encouraging our team to:

1. “Be Aware and Share” the mission of waste reduction and the efficient use of energy at work, home and about the community and to share Mayor Buol’s personal Green Pledge Cards with team members.

2. Always seek ways to “Reuse, Reduce and Recycle” all of the materials, foods and products used in everyday work and life.

3. Remember that going green makes sense when “Going Green Makes Cents” for your business and your family, so purchase recycled items when possible and be fiscally responsible in all your environmental actions.

Diamond Jo’s 3 Action Steps

1. In 2007 the Diamond Jo enacted a company-wide recycling program which in the end reduced waste and saved the company money.

2. The Diamond Jo partnered with the Clean Air Conservancy to reduce and mitigate the carbon footprint on all new construction using the nationally recognized Net Zero standard.

3. In 2008 the Diamond Jo is committed to using its market position to create awareness of environmental issues with our team members, the community and our guests.365 took the corporate challenge and pledge to make their own changes.

365’s Action Steps

1. We will be analyzing paper types and readership patterns to maximize distribution effectieness and minimize environmental impact.

2. 365 has mandated an active office recycling program of trash, soda bottles, old papers and bad jokes.

3. We will promote green activities and opportunities through our newspaper and Web site throughout the year.

Can your team make the same pledge?

Complete your “Go Green” Corporate Challenge pledge and list your company’s top three “Go Green” Action Steps.

Click here and e-mail your action steps to 365. Please include a phone number and contact name.

In partnership with the Diamond Jo, 365 will highlight one local “Go Green” organization every issue in 2008 by presenting a photo of your team as well as listing your top three green action steps.

So take the pledge in 2008, not just in your personal life, but in your business as well. “Go Green” with the Diamond Jo Casino and 365!