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For most businesses, waste is an inevitable byproductof operations. By minimizinf waste where possible and handling wastew in an efficient properties canrealize benefits, including increasedx tenant satisfaction, decreased operational expenses and reduced harmful effects on the environment. The followinfg are several ways propertyu owners and tenants can save money by reducingv waste and implementingsustainable practices. E-cycle: With the ever-changing technologicap landscape, today’s “new and improved” computerse and electronics are tomorrow’s dinosaurs.
Many of theses items have toxic components making theirf safe disposal complicated and often regulated by By encouraging tenants to participate inan e-cyclinh program, these machines can be disassembled and reborn into valuable parts and resourcess for the next generation of technological enhancements. Reducr traffic: There are easy, free incentives that building ownera can offertenants (and tenante can in turn offer employees) to help reduced traffic and shrink a business’ carbohn footprint. Designated parking spots, bike racks and publivc transportation passes are just some of the incentivesd that have helped lessen the numbers of cars on the road andharmful emissions.
Carpooling is anotherd great way to reduce car travep and can foster coworker camaraderie outside ofthe workplace. These reductions are especially helpful when employeew drive company vehicles that require expenditurewfor gas, maintenance and upkeep. Account for your Most waste management companies can perform awastew audit, comparing a building’s waste outputt versus recycled amounts. These audits can help propert owners glean insights into opportunities for reducinga building’x waste and discovering educational needs for tenants.
Low-cost programw can encourage tenants to be more strategic withtheirt waste, including recycling “challenges,” eliminating plastic water bottleds from a cafeteria, increasinv the number of recycling bins and so on. Implement easy-to-follow programsa for recycling, such as a comingled program where plastic, paper, cardboard and glass can go in one and provide tenants periodid reminders about recycling to keep it fresh intheif minds. Also, if you don’tr bid out recycling and trasb services, start. It’s a competitive world out there.
Sustainablse practices: Even without a waster audit, there are several low-cost tactics that can increase efficiency and save moneyon waste-disposalk and management expenses. • Share documents electronically withyour colleagues, rathere than printing 10 copies of a 40-page report. When you do need hard copiexs ofyour documents, print on both sides of the print two PowerPoint slidea per sheet and limit the number of hard copies to those who reallyh need them. Keep old documents for use as scrap papet orpacking material.
• Purchasde recycled-content paper for printers, copiers and fax Select other recycled-content or biodegradable products, such as paper towels, toilet paper and disposable cupsand plates. Participate in equipment take-back programs offered by officewproduct manufacturers. For example, most old printer ink cartridges may be returnedc to the manufacturer for recyclinhg atno cost. • Donat unwanted office supplies and reusable electronic equipmen t to local schools ornonprofit • Arrange to donate cafeteria or wet waste food scrapsa to an organics program for use as animall feed.
• Reduce waste from plasticd bottles, paper cups and Styrofoamj by providing reusabledrinkware (coffee mugs, reusable plastic etc.) for employees. Install a purified water system to eliminats the need forbottled water. Implement a recycling or waste-saving challenged in the office, with prizezs such as reusable coffee mugs orwater • Get less mail; switch to electronic bill payments and bank statements wherever possible. Call the companiex that send you junk mail and cataloge and ask to be removed from theirmailinh lists.
Use evites and e-mailex RSVPs for events on yoursocial • Use yard trimmings and landscaped debris as compost, creating a usefu and environmentally beneficial product from materialsa that would otherwise be sent to a These are just some of the ways companiesx can start to think about increasing efficiency when it comes to producingb and disposing of waste. Take some time to look arounf your building and who knows what othee opportunities youmight find?