why not go green at work too? It’s not as hard as you may think. You just do a few adjustments,and your office will being green!

1. First, think of the paper. Buy the recycled paper and products. Not sure how to tell? Just look at the package and it will say if it’s recycled or not.

2. Try hunting for treasures at yard sales or resale shops instead of purchasing new furniture. Or if you have time, give your old stuff a face lift! Get creative.

3. When you leave the office for the day,try unplugging everything instead of just turning everything off. It will save the energy in the long time.

4. Try arranging your office so you won’t have to turn on any lights during the day. Have your desk next to a window so Mother Nature can provide the light!

5. Replacing printing office memos with sending coworkers an email. That goes for employeers manuals also, if it’s possible, have all employeers read the manualls online instead of using paper.

6. Make a habit to recycle everything in your office. Keep a bin where other employees can pitch in as well. You can recycle everything in office, like fax paper, envelopes or junk mail. You can even recycle your computers and office equipment. Check with your local colleges and schools; they might be able to use them in classroom.

7. When possible, try getting to work by using public transportation, carpooling or riding a folding electric bike or scooter. If you live close enough,please walk cause it not only helps the environment ,but also helps your health!

8. When you clean the office, be sure to use nontoxic cleaning products and brighten up your office with plants. They actually absorb indoor toxins and also pretty!

9. If you have a kitchen in your office, bring your own dishes and reusable containers and silverware. Try to avoid plastic cups and Styrofoam products. Try to encourage other employees to do the same.

10. Use Green marketing tools. Let your customers, and the public know that your company is environmentally friendly. It will enhance your company’s image.

11. Use energy efficient bulbs instead of light bulbs. Not only are they good for the environment, they last much longer.

12. If your office receives magazines or newsletters, find out if you can get them online or through email. When you have read them,delete them instead of tossing them to the wast basket!

13. Try to keep your office at a steady temperature. In the winter,try wearing warmer clothes instead of turning up the heat.

And last but not least, who says you have to have an electric pencil sharpener? As you know, the old timer type :the ones that require a twist of the wrist to sharpen. It goes for staplers too. By a few adjustments, you can make a big difference in the workplace and the world!

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