How to Get Your Office’s Sustainability Initiatives Into High Gear

Posted on October 28, 2013 by OfficePlus

Every business relies on some type of technology in order to effectively compete and be successful. While machines help increase our productivity – they simultaneously create more waste generated by the organization. While there are various programs implemented for proper disposal and waste management, there are a number of things that a company and its employees can undertake to reduce their waste.

According to a recent article from the Globe and Mail here are some of the 10 ways that sustainability efforts can be embraced (for a full-list see link at the bottom of this blog post):

Consolidate Your Devices
Digitize Content
Maximize Mobility
Involve Everyone
Dispose Responsibly

These are some of the major points that can help get your organization on the right path to reducing waste. Click here for a detailed list.

Environmentally Friendly Solutions for Old Office Equipment

Posted on October 8, 2013 by OfficePlus

Deciding how to dispose of old office equipment in a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way has nearly become a “must” for most organizations. While there are a number of recycling programs which can help ease this processes – there are also alternative measures that not only ensure the equipment will not be harming the environment but that it is being put to good use for someone who may need it.

As the How to Donate or Recycle Old Office Equipment post outlines; these alternatives can be just as effective as recycling and will not cost your business a dime. Some of the alternative options mentioned are:

Donating equipment to nonprofit organizations
Using websites to connect with people seeking computers or equipment (Free Cycle)
Giving away to employees

Keeping the Office Cool Over Summer

Posted on July 22, 2013 by OfficePlus

Energy Rethinking compiled a quick list of 10 Ways to Stay Cool at the Office.

Not surprising, keeping cool can also boost the amount of energy you save with the likes of turning off unused equipment and lights.

There are a few items that may surprise you though. Near the top of their list is avoiding tea and coffee — something many of us might just have to take the heat for!

What are some ways you keep cool while working… And working from the cottage doesn’t count!