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Activities for Corporates
A growing number of businesses are choosing to go green. These companies are taking steps to make their workplaces more environmentally-friendly by utilizing materials and operational methods that are less harmful to the environment. Several large companies have already taken significant steps toward going green.
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Costs
Going green for businesses can be initially costly. Installing new equipment that produces less waste or buying new appliances that cut down on energy use can be expensive. However, overhead cost like lower utility bills, after these items are installed, can add up to significant savings over time.
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Saving Energy
Small changes like turning off the lights when not in use, or activating the sleep settings on office computers, can save a lot on energy expenses. In 2005, computers in the United States used almost 64 billion kilowatt-hours of energy that amounted to around $6 billion. Much of this use occurs when computers are idle. Other factors, such as replacing incandescent bulbs with fluorescent lights can reduce electric bills, especially for companies with large buildings and lots of office space.
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Reducing & Recycling Materials
Many other strategies---like utilizing emails instead of using paper to fax, purchasing reusable ink cartridges, and recycling plastic and glass in the workplace---can significantly lower waste. Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper before throwing it away can reduce paper use by up to 50 percent. For businesses spanning a large office space, consolidating compound networks and setting up wireless networks can save on power and cabling requirements.
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Priorities
Some priorities of manufacturers in going green are sustainable packaging, water and environment stewardship, and climate and energy protection. Some large companies have been continuously involved in sustainability-focused agendas, while others have answered computer waste disposal issues by setting up large recycling plants. There are large, fast-food restaurants that are working closely with PETA to come up with more humane and green methods in carrying out their business practices as well.
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Customer-Relations
Going green can also draw more customers to your business. There are consumer groups who are considering whether or not to boycott companies based on how environmentally-friendly they are. Businesses that promote environmentalism as part of their mission statement can help the company gain loyal customers, as well as protect the environment.
