April 22 is Earth Day. Businesses can participate in
activities on this day and every day by making some Eco-friendly changes
suggested by USM Studios.
Every day can be Earth Day with just a few changes in the
office or warehouse. Below are some ideas to get started:
Supply water coolers which recycled water. Avoid getting
water delivered every month or buying single, serve bottles unless your company
has recycling pick up.
Ask employees to bring in their own coffee cups to use
instead of providing paper cups.
Choose Eco-friendly office supplies such as folders, tablets
and other paper products made from recycled material.
Send printer cartridges back to the manufacturer to recycle.
Reuse shipping boxes.
Encourage employees to avoid printing documents unless
absolutely necessary.
Remind staff in all work areas to turn the lights off when
they leave the room.
USM Studios, Inc. also suggests using recycled printing
paper, investing in motion-sensing lights in offices and motion-sending faucets
in the bathrooms. Buy higher quality toilet tissue since lower quality brands
mean having to use more. Perk up the
office and reception areas with live green plants. It looks and feels fresh and
reminds visitors to go green.
