Reduce Energy Usage
One quick and easy way to make your office more eco-friendly is to work on your energy efficiency. The best part is that this is super easy to do and typically involves very minor changes. Make sure all unnecessary electronics are turned off or unplugged when you’re leaving for the day, invest in high efficiency light-bulbs, turn off lights in rooms that aren’t being used, and minimize your use of non-essential electronics. This not only helps you go green, but save green as many of these tactics have been shown to lower electric utility expenses for companies that put them into practice.
Implement a Recycling Program
Most workplaces, ESPECIALLY offices, go through large amounts of paper and plastic every week. Just think of how much good it could do to start moving some of that waste to recycling. This is another low-cost option to make your workplace more eco-friendly. Have a few bins in place around the office in areas of heavy foot traffic and encourage employees to use them on a regular basis. You could even introduce a competition between departments to see who can collect the most! Its a fun way to get everyone involved in creating a greener workplace.
Cut Down on Plastics
Another idea you can also try to cut down on waste products is to start to phase out single-use plastic items around the workplace. This can include getting rid of plastic silverware in the break-room and replacing it with reusable, washable silverware. Anywhere that you can eliminate plastic products for ones that are more sustainable, you should do your best to.
Bring in Some Plants
It may seem strange, but one way to help your office go green is to have your office go green. Encourage employees to bring in office plants to have on their desk or around the office. They not only add to the atmosphere, but they also produce oxygen and remind everyone to do their best to be eco-friendly in the workplace. There are many low-maintenance options out there from succulents to small ferns. Explore your options and add a touch a green to your workplace.