10 Ways to Increase Employee Engagement in Recycling

10 Ways to Increase Employee Buy-in on Recycling Efforts Clearly state the purpose of new efforts and highlight the expected positive effects (cost savings, environmental impact, convenience, etc.) Communicate Clear Objectives Change is difficult. To minimize growing pain, educate employees on how they fit into new programs. Each employee should have a defined role. The resulting sense of ownership will increase buy-in and participation. Educate Employees 3. Recruit an employee to champion the cause within the company and have them work with others on a green team. It is best to have the green team report goals and results to their peers and leadership to grow the momentum and increase buy-in from all levels. Find a Champion participation, company-wide or departmental goals. Competitions can create a fun atmosphere and positive buzz about the new initiatives. maximize set Set Goals Routinely display company progress toward posted goals. Before starting the program, have your recycler conduct a waste audit to serve as a baseline for future comparisons. Monitor Progress 6. Place bins in high traffic areas near office trash cans. This will create opportunities for action without adding steps to existing routines and processes. Also, the addition of desk side bins gives everyone the opportunity to participate. Make it Convenient Companies often provide budgetary, sales, and performance incentives. Why not do the same for recycling? Potential savings from recycling programs could offset this cost. Incentivize Ask your provider to educate employees on the recycling process through literature, presentations, or even recycling facility tours. By understanding the steps in the process, employees will feel more invested in the success of the program. Take the Extra Step 9. Products made from recycled materials are plentiful and can provide a full-circle view of the recycling process for employees. Purchase Recycled 10 Ensure all that can be recycled is being recycled to meet your overall diversion and cost reduction goals. Consult your recycling rep in order to identify new items that can increase the volume (and cost savings) within your recycling program. Maximize Your Program greenstar RECYCLING GreenstarRecycling.com 10 Ways to Increase Employee Buy-in on Recycling Efforts Clearly state the purpose of new efforts and highlight the expected positive effects (cost savings, environmental impact, convenience, etc.) Communicate Clear Objectives Change is difficult. To minimize growing pain, educate employees on how they fit into new programs. Each employee should have a defined role. The resulting sense of ownership will increase buy-in and participation. Educate Employees 3. Recruit an employee to champion the cause within the company and have them work with others on a green team. It is best to have the green team report goals and results to their peers and leadership to grow the momentum and increase buy-in from all levels. Find a Champion participation, company-wide or departmental goals. Competitions can create a fun atmosphere and positive buzz about the new initiatives. maximize set Set Goals Routinely display company progress toward posted goals. Before starting the program, have your recycler conduct a waste audit to serve as a baseline for future comparisons. Monitor Progress 6. Place bins in high traffic areas near office trash cans. This will create opportunities for action without adding steps to existing routines and processes. Also, the addition of desk side bins gives everyone the opportunity to participate. Make it Convenient Companies often provide budgetary, sales, and performance incentives. Why not do the same for recycling? Potential savings from recycling programs could offset this cost. Incentivize Ask your provider to educate employees on the recycling process through literature, presentations, or even recycling facility tours. By understanding the steps in the process, employees will feel more invested in the success of the program. Take the Extra Step 9. Products made from recycled materials are plentiful and can provide a full-circle view of the recycling process for employees. Purchase Recycled 10 Ensure all that can be recycled is being recycled to meet your overall diversion and cost reduction goals. Consult your recycling rep in order to identify new items that can increase the volume (and cost savings) within your recycling program. Maximize Your Program greenstar RECYCLING GreenstarRecycling.com 10 Ways to Increase Employee Buy-in on Recycling Efforts Clearly state the purpose of new efforts and highlight the expected positive effects (cost savings, environmental impact, convenience, etc.) Communicate Clear Objectives Change is difficult. To minimize growing pain, educate employees on how they fit into new programs. Each employee should have a defined role. The resulting sense of ownership will increase buy-in and participation. Educate Employees 3. Recruit an employee to champion the cause within the company and have them work with others on a green team. It is best to have the green team report goals and results to their peers and leadership to grow the momentum and increase buy-in from all levels. Find a Champion participation, company-wide or departmental goals. Competitions can create a fun atmosphere and positive buzz about the new initiatives. maximize set Set Goals Routinely display company progress toward posted goals. Before starting the program, have your recycler conduct a waste audit to serve as a baseline for future comparisons. Monitor Progress 6. Place bins in high traffic areas near office trash cans. This will create opportunities for action without adding steps to existing routines and processes. Also, the addition of desk side bins gives everyone the opportunity to participate. Make it Convenient Companies often provide budgetary, sales, and performance incentives. Why not do the same for recycling? Potential savings from recycling programs could offset this cost. Incentivize Ask your provider to educate employees on the recycling process through literature, presentations, or even recycling facility tours. By understanding the steps in the process, employees will feel more invested in the success of the program. Take the Extra Step 9. Products made from recycled materials are plentiful and can provide a full-circle view of the recycling process for employees. Purchase Recycled 10 Ensure all that can be recycled is being recycled to meet your overall diversion and cost reduction goals. Consult your recycling rep in order to identify new items that can increase the volume (and cost savings) within your recycling program. Maximize Your Program greenstar RECYCLING GreenstarRecycling.com 10 Ways to Increase Employee Buy-in on Recycling Efforts Clearly state the purpose of new efforts and highlight the expected positive effects (cost savings, environmental impact, convenience, etc.) Communicate Clear Objectives Change is difficult. To minimize growing pain, educate employees on how they fit into new programs. Each employee should have a defined role. The resulting sense of ownership will increase buy-in and participation. Educate Employees 3. Recruit an employee to champion the cause within the company and have them work with others on a green team. It is best to have the green team report goals and results to their peers and leadership to grow the momentum and increase buy-in from all levels. Find a Champion participation, company-wide or departmental goals. Competitions can create a fun atmosphere and positive buzz about the new initiatives. maximize set Set Goals Routinely display company progress toward posted goals. Before starting the program, have your recycler conduct a waste audit to serve as a baseline for future comparisons. Monitor Progress 6. Place bins in high traffic areas near office trash cans. This will create opportunities for action without adding steps to existing routines and processes. Also, the addition of desk side bins gives everyone the opportunity to participate. Make it Convenient Companies often provide budgetary, sales, and performance incentives. Why not do the same for recycling? Potential savings from recycling programs could offset this cost. Incentivize Ask your provider to educate employees on the recycling process through literature, presentations, or even recycling facility tours. By understanding the steps in the process, employees will feel more invested in the success of the program. Take the Extra Step 9. Products made from recycled materials are plentiful and can provide a full-circle view of the recycling process for employees. Purchase Recycled 10 Ensure all that can be recycled is being recycled to meet your overall diversion and cost reduction goals. Consult your recycling rep in order to identify new items that can increase the volume (and cost savings) within your recycling program. Maximize Your Program greenstar RECYCLING GreenstarRecycling.com 10 Ways to Increase Employee Buy-in on Recycling Efforts Clearly state the purpose of new efforts and highlight the expected positive effects (cost savings, environmental impact, convenience, etc.) Communicate Clear Objectives Change is difficult. To minimize growing pain, educate employees on how they fit into new programs. Each employee should have a defined role. The resulting sense of ownership will increase buy-in and participation. Educate Employees 3. Recruit an employee to champion the cause within the company and have them work with others on a green team. It is best to have the green team report goals and results to their peers and leadership to grow the momentum and increase buy-in from all levels. Find a Champion participation, company-wide or departmental goals. Competitions can create a fun atmosphere and positive buzz about the new initiatives. maximize set Set Goals Routinely display company progress toward posted goals. Before starting the program, have your recycler conduct a waste audit to serve as a baseline for future comparisons. Monitor Progress 6. Place bins in high traffic areas near office trash cans. This will create opportunities for action without adding steps to existing routines and processes. Also, the addition of desk side bins gives everyone the opportunity to participate. Make it Convenient Companies often provide budgetary, sales, and performance incentives. Why not do the same for recycling? Potential savings from recycling programs could offset this cost. Incentivize Ask your provider to educate employees on the recycling process through literature, presentations, or even recycling facility tours. By understanding the steps in the process, employees will feel more invested in the success of the program. Take the Extra Step 9. Products made from recycled materials are plentiful and can provide a full-circle view of the recycling process for employees. Purchase Recycled 10 Ensure all that can be recycled is being recycled to meet your overall diversion and cost reduction goals. Consult your recycling rep in order to identify new items that can increase the volume (and cost savings) within your recycling program. Maximize Your Program greenstar RECYCLING GreenstarRecycling.com