STEP BY STEP: REDUCING YOUR BUSINESS'S CARBON FOOTPRINT

STEP BY STEP: REDUCING 4OUR BUSINESS'S CARBON FOOTPRINT A STEP 1 ASSESS YOUR CURRENT FOOTPRINT Hire an expert to evaluate your current carbon consumption Once you know your patterns, it's easier to see where you can improve An expert can help you put a plan in place to reduce your footprint STEP 2 START SMAL Make your business more energy efficient in simple ways Switch to LED light bulbs, and put up signs to remind employees to turn lights off Hang blinds or shades to help keep your office at a comfortable temperature STEP 3 MANAGE 4OUR WASTE Every business creates a certain amount of waste-make sure yours is handled efficiently Recycling shows customers and the public that you're conscious and responsible Help the environment, save money, and improve your reputation simultaneously STEP 4 TRACH YOUR PROGRESS Set specific goals in your initial carbon footprint evaluation Measure where you are at 6-, 12-, and 18-month markers Adjust your plan accordingly so that you meet your carbon reduction goals SO PROVIDED BY: Southern OU WASTEREYGLING AND ww.SOUTHERNWASTEANDRECYCLING.COM SOURCES: http://sustainability.about.com/od/CarbonFootprint/a/8-Ways-To-Stop-Climate-Change.htm http://inhabitat.com/6-simple-ways-to-reduce-your-company%E2%80%99s-carbon-footprint/ http://www.southernwasteandrecycling.com/Services/Recycling-Services.aspx