Penta has been thinking of ways to make our office more environmentally friendly. With your help, we can all make a difference. We have compiled a list of ways to reduce your office’s carbon footprint.
- Always turn off equipment when not in use. Remember to make sure the power is off on your computer and printer at the end of the day. Even turning off your screen when you are away from your desk can make a difference.
- Bring green plants into the office as this can help reduce CO2 levels and absorb indoor pollution. It also helps to brightens up the office!
- Change your light bulbs to low energy bulbs. Artificial lighting accounts for 44% of electricity use in the office. Energy Star rated light bulbs and fixtures use at least two thirds less energy than standard bulbs. Always remind the last person to leave the office to turn off the lights.
- Bring your lunch to work? Plastic utensils are indestructible and sit in a landfill for years before they break down. Although efforts are being made to create a more biodegradable cutlery, such as ‘Spudware’ and dissolvable plastic, silverware brought from home is your best option. Remember the three R’s to Rinse, Reuse and Recycle.
- Place recycle bins in high traffic areas to make paper products easier to recycle.
- Make money by recycling! Some businesses offer cash for recycled ink cartridges and old cell phones.
- Instead of bringing water bottles and disposable coffee cups into work, bring a washable mug or a cup from home. Bring a filtered water pitcher into the office for clean and delicious water.
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