Rebranding your image as a sustainable company will do wonders for your reputation and the environment. It is proven that businesses that are perceived as doing more for the planet and climate change are more successful. With a few changes in your workplace and staff collaboration, you can make your business green this year. Here are some basic suggestions for you to get the ball rolling.
Become more energy efficient
Try to reduce electricity and gas consumption. Make sure your workplace is well insulated, this will reduce heat loss and therefore you’ll spend less on heating. The simplest way to do this is to replace all of your windows with double glazed as this will protect your building from the elements, reducing your need for heating and air con. Install carpets and rugs as well to help protect floors.
Replace all interior and exterior light bulbs with LEDs which are more energy efficient as they last much longer. Implement a “turn off” policy that all of your employees must adhere to. When lights or electronic equipment aren’t used, they must be turned off.
Recycle and reuse
Try to run an nearly paperless office and when you need to print on paper, use recycled paper that has been printed on one side every time possible. Encourage the use of recycled bottles, kitchenware and stationery. It is feasible to find all this stuff easily on line.
Think of other ways to use sustainable materials in the office, with recycle old furniture for example, and buying second-hand rather than mass-produced. This will enhance your corporate image and create a more fashionable interior for 2020.
Teamwork and Social Media
Get your team involved in some eco-themed group projects and post them on social media. This is an amazing way to create a positive image for your company. Post regular videos on apps like Instagram and even start a blog to show your progress. There are many that are environmentally friendly application to help you go green, so make technology work for you. Many of these help promote a more sustainable lifestyle so they can be useful in motivating your team.
Upload all documents to Cloud
Instead of relying on paper documents and heavy files, upload everything to the cloud for realtime access to your clients and staff. This is a much greater efficient way to work that will save you time and energy. The more up-to-date technology you use, the more sustainable your business will be. Make sure all of your IT services are up to speed. If you need professional help, consult an IT support company such as NetWize.
Work to become a “B” company.
This is more of a long term project but if you can get recognition from a non-profit organization for making an excellent contribution to the environment, through volunteer work, sustainability or donations, you can become certified “B” corp.
