Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few decades, you know that keeping our natural environment and resources clean, available and safe are top issues on the radar. Not sure how to green up your business? You don’t have to go big – even little steps add up to big savings for you and a positive effect on the environment. Try any or all of these tips for starters.
- Eliminate water waste: Always close taps tightly after use and call the plumber for stubborn leaks. One drop of water wasted per second wastes 10,000 litres per year.
- Go with the (low) flow: Replace high water use toilets with low-flow models to save on your water bill and reduce use.
- ReCycle: Use paper with the max available recycled content for internal projects or memos.
Consumers want to support green businesses. Spread the word about your green activities via your web page, advertising collateral, Twitter, or other social media outlet. Tune in next time when we’ll talk about furniture and supplies. Several franchise opportunities are “green businesses”. Request info to learn about green franchises.
