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Want to Increase Office Recycling? Here Are Your First 7 Steps

By Victoria Hill | Aug 28, 2019

Businesses, government agencies, and institutions across the globe are adopting recycling programs in an attempt to promote environmental conservation. These workplaces use a lot of paper and other items that could cause major environmental pollution if disposed of improperly. Check out these seven tips to start a recycling program at work. 1. Make a commitment…

Don’t Recycle, Upcycle: Why Future Sustainability Requires a Circular Economy

By Redshift | Jul 12, 2019

It’s a fact: People like stuff. The more stuff they have, the better they think they feel. That means, in only a few decades—when the world’s population is expected to hit 10 billion—there will be a lot more people with a lot more stuff on Earth. So what can people do to help prepare the planet for a more sustainable future? One…

5 Ways Your Business Can Cut Down on E-Waste

By Kyle Bittner | Jun 25, 2018

Electronic waste is hitting the headlines again. Like plastic bottles which are choking our oceans, e-waste is a growing threat to our environment. According to the Global E-Waste Monitor, 44.7 million metric tons (Mt) of e-waste was generated in 2016 and only 20% was recycled through appropriate channels. That was two years ago. Today, many…

Going Green Doesn’t Just Help the Environment: It Helps Your Bottom Line

By Victoria Hill | Jun 7, 2018

As the world tries to achieve a greener, healthier and more sustainable environment, doing your part will not only make you feel better about yourself but will also attract like-minded customers. In fact, many people today are ready to pay extra money to get products from an environmentally mindful company. If you operate a small…

Is Paperless the Right Choice for Your Business?

By SmallBizClub | Feb 2, 2016

As businesses around the globe try to keep up with environmental standards and trends, pressures to “go green” remain ever present. But is every “green” initiative as good for the environment as we think it is? If your business is considering going paperless as a way to minimize your carbon footprint, it’s time to step…

5 Easy Ways to “Green” Your Business

By SmallBizClub | Jul 17, 2015

Experts estimate that almost three-fourths of American waste is recyclable, but only one-fourth is recycled. However, more and more consumers are concerned about corporate responsibility

5 Tips for Small Business Owners to Save More Money

By 1800Accountant | Jan 14, 2014

Dollar signs are a big part of what small business owners see in their eyes when operating a small business. These dollar signs represent both potential income for a company and any expenses it incurs. When there is plenty of money to go around, things are great. However, when money is tight for small business owners, it can be quite challenging.

Going Green: Making a Small Business Environmentally Friendly

By 1800Accountant | Jan 2, 2014

As Americans strive to be more environmentally conscious, it only makes sense that small business owners should find ways to make their companies a little more “green” when they can.

Go Green with Your Startup

By Debarati Mukherjee | Sep 24, 2013

More and more companies are pledging to promote a green culture or an eco-friendly environment in their workplaces and reduce their carbon footprint in the years to come. While this is especially common in large companies, it might seem like a nice idea that is out of reach for a smaller business.

6 Simple Ways Your Business Can Be More Environmentally Friendly

By Andrew Lisa | Jun 27, 2013

Green is in. You can’t do business in today’s world without being frowned upon for not making an effort to be environmentally friendly. Being eco-conscious is not only chic, but it’s ethically, morally, and often financially beneficial.