Top tips to reduce your impact

Small changes that can add up to make a big difference

Improving your environmental performance may not be at the top of your priorities list right now, but it can help win business and making a few small, cost-effective changes can have a big impact. Words Melanie Defries

While many printers may be dedicating their time and resources to staying afloat in a difficult economic climate, it doesn’t mean that environmental initiatives have to be put on the back-burner.

With the help of some environmental experts, PrintWeek has come up with 20 simple ways to kick start or resurrect an environmental programme. All of the suggestions can be implemented for less than £1,000.

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION
There is a wealth of free information and advice online with low-cost tips for businesses on how to reduce environmental impact and how to access loans for energy-saving equipment.

The Carbon Trust’s website has a number of free online tools that can help businesses to manage their energy usage, engage employees in energy saving schemes and help to assess a business’ carbon footprint.

Useful websites:

  » www.carbontrust.co.uk

  » www.energyefficiencyfinancing.co.uk

  » www.greenprinter.co.uk

  » www.energysavingtrust.org.uk