Top 10 Tips to Live Greener at Work
The first step to reducing and recycling waste starts at your home. There are a lot of ways how you can easily avoid packaging, save energy or reduce toxic waste.
1. Print double sided and reuse scrap paper as notepads
2. Say NO to Plastic Bags taking your lunch to work in a reusable bag or refusing a plastic bag when ordering take away
- Learn more about Plastic Bags
3. Stop buying Bottled Water. Purchase a reusable drink bottle and use tap water or the work drink fountain to fill up
- Learn more about Bottled Water
4. Order supplies in bulk to minimise packaging waste and return damaged materials instead of throwing them away.
5. Reduce energy costs by developing a policy to ensure that the most energy efficient equipment is purchased.
6. Reuse old supplies and equipment, or consider donating or selling them to schools, thrift stores, etc.
7. Ask the barista to fill up your reusable coffee mug instead of using disposable cups when ordering hot beverages at the cafe.
8. Purchase LED light bulbs for an eco friendly alternative to standard incandescent light bulbs.
9. Reuse your plastic take away containers to carry your lunch and snacks.
10. When not using your work computer for extended periods of time, turn it off or put it in sleep mode to save energy
Bonus Tip
If possible, avoid driving to work. Make it a habit to carpool, bike, walk or take public transport
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