How to Make Your Office More Sustainable
Would you like your office to be more sustainable? We can help you with a couple of simple tips and tricks for a more sustainable office environment which can help your company save money and energy. The typical office offers plenty of opportunities for going green and being more eco-friendly. From adjusting your office's lighting system to the types of office supplies you opt to use, there are loads of things you can do to make your office more environmentally friendly. There are a selection of going green tips for the office that are easy to implement and will make a considerable difference over time.
Here in this blog, we explore a couple of the days where you can make your office a little more eco-friendly, in a few easy steps!
To get you started, here are some super easy and simple steps that can be easily implemented by everyone.
●Place a recycling centre in a prime location in your office. If a whole set of recycling containers would take too much space, pop a waste paper recycling box close to the printers and a general recycling box in the staff room or lunch area. Empty the recycling boxes regularly and organise bottles and can return.
●Encourage employees to use mugs, glasses, dishes, and cutlery rather than disposables. It takes no time at all to wash a mug.
●Use coffee filters that are made of recycled paper or, even better, get a coffee maker that doesn't require paper filters! Compost coffee grounds if you can.
●Make sure your office has at least one large live plant, this is also a great way of oxygenating the room.
●Be sure that your office is being cleaned using green products that are not damaging to the environment.
●Try to go paperless by only printing documents if totally necessary. There's no reason that inter-office communications can't be done electronically.
●If you work in retail, get into the habit of asking customers if they want their receipts rather than just automatically printing them.
●Use mobile devices or overhead projectors to display meeting agendas rather than printing them.
●Find a place to recycle used recyclable batteries and cell phones near you and use it.
●Practice green procurement (sourcing and purchasing the least environmentally damaging goods).
This tip almost seems obvious given the digital world we now live in. From cloud storage services to digital pay stubs, the requirement for paper and printers in the workplace has rapidly decreased in the past two decades. Diminish the temptation to print by reducing the amount of printers in your office and donating them to a local school or non-profit organisation.
This one often slips the radar, but a key factor in saving energy is unplugging your power source. It’s not enough to simply power down your devices prior to leaving, power is still being consumed if it’s plugged in. Phantom power, or standby power, can become a huge, costly expense for your company if left unaddressed. Don’t let phantom power haunt you, remember to unplug your workstation before leaving the workspace.
Install motion-activated light switches
Improve energy efficiency immensely by installing or swapping in motion-activated light switches. Using them is a particularly good solution for conference rooms, since they are often separated from the central office space and are less frequently used. Rather than relying on employees to switch-off the lights as they leave or enter, motion-activated lights are human proof: they save energy automatically!
In a survey conducted by The World Green Building Council, it was indicated that employees working near sunlit windows have a 15% higher production rate. Natural light sets the body's circadian rhythms, which control awakening, falling asleep, synthesizing vitamin D and digestion. Indoor light, however, is a major disruptor. If possible, move workstations to within 25 feet of peripheral walls with windows. Relying more on natural lighting where possible also saves energy. Also consider installing a smart power strip at every workstation, replacing all lighting fixtures with LEDs, as well as incorporating sensors and timers for office lighting. You'll reduce energy consumption and costs on things like utility bills.
Companies are starting to encourage employees to lower commuting emissions by walking, biking, carpooling, or taking public transit to the office, and offering incentives to do so. Providing work-from-home policies can also reduce your company's carbon footprint. The average employee has a work commute of about 25 minutes each way. If you reduce employee travel whenever possible you can utilise a number of great web/video conferencing tools out there. It saves the company budget, but it also reduces emissions.
Eco-lifts are designed from the ground up to be the best in class, indistinguishable from a conventional high-end passenger lift, but available for less and also good for the environment. Eco-lifts eliminate the need for hydraulic oil, instead using a more sustainable belt drive traction system. Hydraulic lifts rely on a large tank filled with oil, which, given that it needs to be changed at regular intervals, is particularly harmful for the environment. Moreover, with hydraulic systems there is an ever present threat of leakage due to worn out gaskets and couplings.
Eco-lifts can be designed to complement any environment
When loaded, hydraulic systems tend to compress and sink slightly, meaning the lift has to be adjusted with the help of a level control. Optional motor frequency control provides eco-lift passengers a smoother journey, departing and stopping with precision and shock-free movement. This provides extra safety and stability for older and disabled passengers.
The belt drive traction system also ensures that this through-floor lift is almost silent in operation and with options such as LED lighting, stainless steel and glass framework, an eco-lift can be an attractive and inconspicuous addition to any building.
Installation is straightforward as building work is minimal. Complete instalment usually takes between three to four days, with minimal interference to your building ensuring you can continue daily proceedings unimpeded.
ADL Lift Services - One of The Leading Lift Companies in Scotland
If you are thinking about having a new lift installed, why not get a lift that conserves energy and is a better option for the environment? Here at ADL Lift Services, we are able to provide you with eco-friendly options. Environmental and eco-friendly issues are high on the agenda, so it is important that customers have access to greener alternatives. We also offer MRL lifts.
Beyond the standard model, the main controller is available also in MRL (machine room-less) with a built-in power recovery drive. No machine room means maximum use of building space within all relevant regulations as well as lower construction costs, as there is no need to build a machine room.
ADL Lift Services Ltd provides efficient, modern, energy-saving machines that include energy recovery technology. So, with an eco-lift provided by ADL Lift Services Ltd you can not only save money and help the environment by reducing power consumption, but also harness electricity that would have otherwise been wasted. We provide our services all over the UK, for further information or for a free, no-obligation quote please visit our website or get in contact with us today. ADL Lift Services Ltd provide a nationwide service so whether you need a new lift or your existing lift modernising we are here to help. We are able to support you with any questions or queries you may have.
