Turning on the LED Parking Lot lights at Cardinal

Turning on the LED Parking Lot lights at Cardinal You can view your event page at: http://www.350.org/node/26210

Going Green Globally

Reducing Carbon Footprint

Check out http://350.org a world wide organization that is getting to work on global climate change at the grass roots level. They are coordinating over 5,450 events in more than 75 countries scheduled for 10/10/10 to bring attention to sustainable solutions for our planet in local communities. Do you have an event scheduled? Are you doing something everyday to help reduce carbon footprint? Tell them and share it with us. In 2009, CNN called the 350.org events the most widespread day of political action in history -- with over 5,000 events in 181 actions! This year it will be even bigger – if we all participate!

Scientists have identified 350 ppm (parts per million) as the safe upper limit level for CO2 in our atmosphere. At Cardinal we’re supporting 350.org by reducing our Carbon Footprint everyday through the use of solar systems, cool roofs, eco-friendly windows and much more. Solar power not only runs our factory, offices and distribution centers, it safely air conditions our factory for the comfort and performance of our employees, reduces our carbon footprint and provides excess power to the grid as a daily event.

In every corner of the globe, 350.org is helping people and businesses implement solutions to the climate crisis: from solar panels to community gardens; from wind turbines to bike workshops. Check out the things you can do.

At Cardinal we just added the solar system to our new 70,000 sq ft green building at 766 S. Ayon Avenue. It doesn’t show up on Google Earth yet, but you can see the solar system on our manufacturing building next door at 710 S. Ayon Ave. Azusa, CA 91702

At Cardinal Pet Care and Cardinal Laboratories, We're getting to work--what about you? 350.org is a grassroots campaign that is mobilizing a global movement to stop the worst of the climate crisis. It’s as simple as planting a garden, creating a compost pile or riding your bike to work.

Join Cardinal and thousands of people like you who each make a difference one step at a time or help organize events for their communities. What do you do? Tell us we’ll post it. And be sure to go to 350.org and tell the world what you’re doing.

350.org stands for the safe limit of 350ppm of CO2 in the atmosphere. PPM also stands for their "People-Powered-Movement." 350.org holds business and community leaders accountable to the latest climate science. They want all of us to start the global transformation we so desperately need. We’re proud that the leader of our company, Tony de Vos, has committed his resources to making a difference and being a leader in the green movement in our city.

Our factory uses water to make many liquids, crèmes, lotions and gels that are used in products for beauty, bath, personal care, dental, liquid supplements, household and industrial cleaners and in pet products. We reclaim and reuse gray water for our landscaping. This 350 “event” goes on at Cardinal Laboratories everyday.

Reducing carbon footprint at a business encompasses changing many things. Our factory was completely torn apart last year and every motor, switch, electric panel, wire and much more was replaced with high efficiency equipment to help reduce our carbon footprint.

Visit 350.org again today and check out the powerful effect of the activities going on today in over 117 countries that have pledged their support by creating community events and building sustainable solutions in local communities and demonstrating to the world what can be done step by step, person by person, leader by leader, community by community. We can make a difference – and Cardinal Laboratories is one company demonstrating how to make the change and make a difference.

Today at Cardinal we are reducing our carbon footprint, generating solar power and returning to our grid, reclaiming and reusing gray water from our manufacturing.

Today, go to http://350.org and Join 350.org and the World in creating the next chapter of this amazing journey.

Cardinal Pet Care Goes Green

Cardinal Pet Care Celebrated Their “Energy Independence Day” On October 2009, By Going Off The Electric Grid To 100% Solar Power

AZUSA, CA – Cardinal Pet Care turned off the power, and turned up the lights on a new, more earth-friendly era on Thursday October 29th, when it “Fliped the Switch” that officially transformed his Azusa, CA manufacturing center into a 100% solar powered facility. Read More »

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The Plan for Energy Independence
- Phase One - Completed!

710 Ayon Ave.
Step One - The Energy Overhaul

Cardinal’s manufacturing and distribution facility in Azusa has served us well for many years. It has produced Cardinal’s own branded pet products for many years as well as serving as a contract manufacturer for many other successful companies in the pet industry. Read More »

Step Two - Installing A Title 24 White/Cool Roof

A roof plays a key role in reducing the amount of energy needed to heat or cool a building. In compliance with California Title 24 standards, we installed a foam insulating barrier on the entire roof with a very rugged, very reflective white coating over it. Read More »

Step Three - Controlling the Air Quality in the Factory

Goodman High Efficiency 13 Seer Air Conditioning units were used to replace the old units that served the office areas and three 10 Ton units were added to keep the factory comfortable and control the humidity. They utilize R-410A earth-friendly coolant. Economizers (480 v 3-phase units) were added to make sure the building had plenty of fresh air. Read More »

Step Four - The Solar Collection System

The most noticeable feature of our energy overhaul is the solar collection system. Over three hundred Siliken Renewable Energy™ aluminum framed solar panels are installed on the roof to collect energy. These 3’ x 5’ American-made panels are arranged for maximum exposure to sunlight. They cover 5,440 square feet of space on the roof and generate 73.6 kw of AC power per hour. Read More »

Phase Two - In Progress...

Phase 2 - New Construction at 766 Ayon Ave., Azusa

For 18 months preparation has been underway for a new 70,000 square foot distribution center next to our current manufacturing facility. Architect planning and blueprints, land preparation, financing and selection of the contractor have been finalized. Ground breaking will take place November 2009. Read more »

Phase 3 - Distribution Center in Baldwin Park

The conversion of Cardinal Pet Care's dog food and dog treat distribution center, located 2 miles away in Baldwin Park, started in September 2009 with the installation of eight 10-Ton air conditioning units in a system designed to control the temperature and humidity and keep the dog food and dog treats fresh. Read More »