What is OakGreen?

OakGreen is an initiative to share information, encourage collaboration and connect Oakland County residents, businesses and communities to resources that can advance environmental stewardship, economic growth and strong communities.

The mission of OakGreen is to provide businesses, communities and residents the knowledge and tools to be more sustainable, reduce expenses, and embrace the "Triple Bottom Line".

The OakGreen Challenge

Oakland County L. Brooks Patterson issued an "OakGreen Challenge" to Oakland County communities at the May 13, 2010 Green Summit Event.

The OakGreen Challenge will be to decrease energy consumption in homes, businesses and government facilities by 10% within the next two years.

 
Sustainability and the Triple Bottom Line

Sustainability refers to actions that meet our present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.  Many businesses and governments are adopting a Triple Bottom Line approach which evaluates economic, environmental, and community factors into the definition of success:

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"Oakland County is leading by example. We have been working to reduce our energy consumption in county buildings. Our efforts have translated to a savings or cost avoidance of $4 million in our utility bills since 2005."

L. Brooks Patterson, County Executive