Honda Certified Green Dealer

Honda Silver Green Dealer

Village Honda is proud to have achieved Silver in Honda’s Green Dealer Recognition Program. Village Honda is committed to our environment and reducing our carbon footprint.

Moving the needle

Our commitment to helping Honda dealers become more environmentally conscious extends well beyond our fuel-efficient vehicles. The Honda Green Dealer program is designed to help our dealers reduce the environmental impact of their operations and lower their energy costs. With the Green Dealer Recognition Award, we put the spotlight on dealers who go the extra mile towards decreasing their environmental impact.

Lights Out

Using only what we need.

Automated, efficient lighting can cut total energy consumption by 25%.

Finding a Balance

Not too hot, not too cold.

Centralized controls help decrease the energy used for heating and cooling.

Waste Not, Want Not

Water where it belongs.

Smart systems like more efficient car washes help to reduce our dealer’s water use.

Here Comes the Sun

Saving with solar.

Electric Grid Neutral dealers generate 100% of their net electricity on-site.

Green Dealer Guide

We’ve mapped out how to lower energy costs and reduce your environmental impact. Whether you’re a want-to-be Green Dealer or are a curious consumer, our guide can help you take action.

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Why it Matters

Providing heat and power to buildings accounts for around 46% of Canadian energy consumption and CO2 emissions, more than any other source. It’s more important than ever take measures to help reduce the environmental impact of commercial buildings.

When it comes to increasing energy efficiency, existing guidelines don’t consider auto dealerships’ showrooms, service centres, car washes and body shops – all of which consume significant amounts of energy.

That’s why Honda developed an energy reduction program specifically for our dealers, helping them chart a course towards achieving zero net energy use while lowering their operating costs.

The Model Green Dealer

Solar Power

When installed on rooftops, solar panels are a cost-effective, renewable energy source, reducing the environmental impact of showroom buildings.

Efficient rooftop HVAC equipment

Energy-efficient equipment and programmable thermostats help maximize savings while turning heating and cooling systems into well-oiled machines.

Skylights with daylighting controls

Strategically placed skylights fill dealerships with natural sunlight, and daylighting controls dim and even turn off interior lights when the sun is shining bright.

High-speed garage doors

High-speed garage doors keep service bays at a comfortable temperature no matter the weather outside.

Recycling & waste reduction

Well-marked recycling bins help dealers save on trash bills while reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills.

Light-reflective surfaces

Using light-reflective surfaces like “cool roofs” and choosing concrete over asphalt helps dealerships absorb less heat, reducing the amount of energy used to cool buildings.

EV charging

With charging stations available on-site, dealers walk the walk when it comes to promoting alternative fuel vehicles like plug-in hybrids.

Energy-efficient windows

Choosing windows with efficient insulation helps reduce heating costs, while interior automatic shades are all part of more energy-conscious commercial buildings.

LED lighting

More light, less heat. LED lighting is 60-80% more efficient and produces significantly less heat than metal halide lamps, reducing maintenance costs with extended lamp lifetimes.

Native landscaping

Native and drought-resistant plants minimize the need for watering, and reduce landscaping costs and maintenance.

Efficient water fixtures & rain capture systems

Choosing water-efficient bathroom fixtures and capturing rainwater for car washing saves money and reduces potable water usage.

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