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UnPLUG IT!
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Remembering to turn off all computers, printers, and other electronics that do not need to be left on at the end of the day can significantly help reduce energy usage. Computers can be set to energy efficient settings with monitors set to shut off periods
of no use.
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LIMIT HEATING AND COOLING
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While it may seem impossible to find the perfect office temperature setting to satisfy all employees, making a few small changes such as turning the thermostat off overnight and instituting a casual dress code so people dress for the outside weather can help keep costs down. Ensuring that your HVAC system is serviced regularly will also help the system operate efficiently. you use as little energy as possible.
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DITCH THE PLASTIC
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Swap out your single-use plastic cups or water bottles for and instead bring in a reusable ones. You could also consider ordering branded company water bottles
so that the entire office and your clients can join in!
Helical has provided some of their branded Keep Cups which can be picked up (for free) from reception – Do come and grab one but please note numbers are limited and will given out on a first come first served basis.
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USE NON-TOXIC CLEANING PRODUCTS
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Many standard office cleaning products contain harsh chemicals that can harm the environment (and even our bodies!). Consider asking your cleaning company to use green products or switch to one that does.
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REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
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This tip may seem obvious but if recycling facilities and options are not made easy and apparent for employees, they are less likely to use them. Make sure your office has clearly labelled and easy-to-find recycling bins. Recycling is about more than just putting your old newspapers in the blue bin. Encouraging your fellow colleagues to reuse things like folders and notebooks or taking notes on the back side of the page will not only help the environment, but also can help your office save money.
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SWITCH TO ECO-FRIENDLY OFFICE SNACKS
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Support sustainably produced snack, coffee and tea companies by providing them for your office. Be on the lookout for companies that are local to your area to further reduce your carbon footprint (Hermanos sell some excellent sustainable coffee!)
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JOIN THE LOOM GREEN GROUP
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Help guide your office into making more sustainable and green decisions. This will help educate the entire office and also facilitate interaction and collaboration between companies who may not have gotten to work together previously.