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Across the world, in all kinds of industry, people are becoming increasingly conscious of the effect our actions are having on the environment. From the cars we drive to the pencils we use, there’s no corner of life which doesn’t have its environmental and ethical considerations.
When it comes to the world of business, being environmentally-friendly is a matter of importance. Buying and using products in bulk generally means businesses have a more considerable impact than the decisions made by individuals. For this reason, it should come as no surprise that many people are willing to hold businesses accountable for their carbon footprint.
Here, we take a look at a handful of office products which can help a business to reduce their carbon footprint and to look a little greener in the eyes of their customers and clients.
Recycled paper
Paper is still used in great abundance in industries of all kinds. While the majority of businesses are keen to stay digital where possible, sending emails for example in place of letters, there is still a colossal call for paper documents to be used for a wide range of things.
It may not seem like a big step, but using recycled paper can make a real difference over the course of a year. Not only will this step help the environment more than you might think, but it is a great way to get the message out there and let everyone know that yours is a responsible business.
Waste compactors
Like it or not, the vast majority of businesses create a lot of waste. While it can pay to make an effort to reduce the amount of waste which your company produces, the question of what to do with the remaining waste is still an important one.
Waste compactors are a great way to lighten the load. Compactors will hugely reduce the volume of the waste a business creates, lessening the financial and environmental cost of carting that waste away at the end of the day.
Cleaning products
A company should always take responsibility for the way in which its offices are cleaned, even if the cleaning work is ultimately contracted out. Eco-friendly cleaning products are now widely available, and they won’t cost a great deal either. Making the switch is sure to render your company greener in the long run.
