17 ways to save money in your office (and be green at the same time)

Here are some resource saving habits that you can get into in the workplace. They save not only natural resources but also save your business money.

1. produce only double-sided documents.
2. collect paper which has been used on one side only, and reuse it for: fax cover sheets, draft documents and note paper. Stroke out the used side to avoid confusion.
3. circulate documents and post memos rather than distributing copies to all individuals.
4. edit documents on-screen rather than printing unnecessary drafts.
5. ensure that all publications meet environmentally responsible printing standards
6. use electronic mail instead of hard copies
7. rejuvenate laser printer cartridges
8. dispose appropriately of any hazardous products whose use cannot be eliminated
9. regularly update subscription and mailing lists to ensure accuracy
10. reduce fax-related paper waste at both ends by using a cover sheet that is: reusable (a laminated sheet with dry ink pen) printed on the flip side of a used piece of paper designed with space to list multiple recipients; and with space for a message on only a partial page.
11. send longer documents by mail unless urgency demands that they be faxed
12. establish a routine for turning off all lights, computers and non-essential equipment
13. return binders and other folders to the print shop for reuse
14. use reusable cloth or stainless steel coffee filters in all office coffee machines
15. use personal mugs for coffee/tea; keep extras on hand for visitors.
16. buy products with maximum recycled content available
17. encourage car-pooling, public transit and human-powered commuting

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