Fundamentals

1. 
   Ecoman provides landscaping and gardening services using ecologically sensitive, socially acceptable and economically sustainable materials and methods. To do this we have developed a practical approach that balances these factors and are listed below:

Environment

1. Reduce reliance on fossil fuels
2. Increase awareness of and encourage use of natural processes to provide desired results
3. Reduce waste
4. Recycle extra stone, soil, asphalt and compost plant residues
5. Choose plants that are appropriate for the site
6. Where possible source quality materials that are produced locally and are environmentally friendly
7. Purchase organic cotton, bamboo, hemp and/or other alternative apparel
8. Reduce use of paper by using email for communication, invoicing etc.
9. Use recycled paper for communication
10. Purchase biodiesel
11. Use autoshare for meetings with clients instead of purchasing a new car

Social

1. Gardening is done with rakes and brooms to reduce noise pollution
2. Workers are paid a living wage
3. Ecoman respects human rights and does not descriminate on the basis of race, colour sexual orientation or gender
4. Workers are trained regarding potential hazards
5. Ecoman pays worker safety and insurance board (WSIB) fees
6. Clients are treated with respect

Economic

1. Ecoman charges a fair rate based on the cost of doing business
2. Identify efficiencies
3. Eliminate waste through careful estimating of materials required
4. Identify appropriate technology for required tasks
5. Increase concentration of clients within ideal work area(s)
6. Provide clients with detailed estimates and quotes
7. Provide clients with material(s) choices to suit any budget