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GREEN BUSINESS


WAYS TO RECYCLE New equipment and furniture can be costly, so consider recycled or second-hand furniture. It won’t necessarily be in poor condition – in fact there are many furniture firms that specialise in selling high quality, second-hand items at a reduced cost. And why stop there? Provide your staff with


recycled, sustainable stationary, such as notepads, paper, pens and pencils, and recyclable or reusable drinks bottles.


A GREEN MAKEOVER A few small changes around the office can really make a difference. To start, remove all individual bins at desks and replace them with a communal recycling system. Encourage employees to decorate their desks with houseplants to help improve air quality and create a happier environment. Maximising natural light sources will help save


on energy bills and also boost the mood of your staff. If you don’t have a lot of natural light, consider installing LED lighting (ideally with sensors and timers).


TEAMWORK In order to implement a green policy there needs to be teamwork, so get employees onboard and enthusiastic about a sustainable workplace. Encourage your employees to share their


ideas on how they, as a team, can make the office more environmentally friendly. You could offer an incentive for the best ideas, or set a monthly challenge, such as challenging staff to go 30 days without using single use plastic, and offer a reward to all those who stick to it.


‘Remove all individual bins at desks and replace them with a communal recycling system’


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