Tips for being environmentally friendly

Here are some tips on how you could reduce the energy your business uses:

Recycle wherever possible
Use environmentally friendly cleaning products whenever possible
Re-use envelopes for internal circulation
Use re-usable items rather than disposable, e.g. automatic pencils or refillable pens
Use notice boards rather than circulating non-urgent memos
Position desks and workstations to make best use of natural light
Turn scrap paper into notepads
Use both sides of paper when photocopying or producing reports
Print double-sided whenever possible

Use low energy light bulbs, which last up to eight times longer than ordinary light bulbs and can also reduce energy costs
Check for and quickly repair leaks and dripping taps
Only boil the required amount of water in a kettle
Service heating systems regularly
Improve insulations & draught proofing
Only heat work areas that are being used
Fit controls to radiators to regulate individual room temperatures
Switch off lights & machines when not in use
Reduce lighting levels in areas such as corridors where bright lighting is not required
Consider other energy saving measures such as timers and sensors

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