How is the Portland Branch of
Food Services of America supporting Sustainable, Natural, Organic, and Regional practices?
Food Services of America’s Distribution Center:
Fully independent on sustainable well water.
Roofing material is reflective, keeping the building cool which reduces the amount of energy needed for freezer and coolers.
Storm water run off collects in natural water filtering pool on the property.
Lighting is energy efficient and times-off when there is no activity in warehouse or office areas. Lights turn-on automatically when motion is detected.
Recycled water is used for truck washing.
Paper/cardboard/shrink wrap are broken down and donated to the Boys Club of Woodburn.
Old coffee equipment broken down for scrap metal and recycled.