Businesses find that reducing waste can save money on waste treatment and disposal. Reduced waste can also lead to improved products and safety for workers. Even if your business produces a small amount of waste, collectively , businesses can make a difference. The P2 Program has helped jewelers, photographers, printers, dentists, auto shops, electroplaters, laboratories and many others find ways to reduce waste. The City's P2 Program has already recognized over 150 photography, printing and jewelry businesses.
Businesses receive a certificate of recognition and free advertising in local newspapers.
Through the 5 PPM Silver Program, which is cosponsored by the New Mexico Silver Users Association, businesses voluntarily agree to discharge below 5 parts per million of silver. The P2 Program is also recognizing other types of businesses for their environmentally conscious efforts and practices with the Pollution Prevention Award. WERC's mission is to provide new resources for the world to meet current and future environmental challenges. Each year, starting in 100, WERC has conducted an environmental design contest for university students. Government and industry sponsoring organizations provide the tasks for the contest.