{"id":12678,"date":"2019-06-05T07:52:41","date_gmt":"2019-06-05T07:52:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/?p=12678"},"modified":"2019-06-06T09:42:49","modified_gmt":"2019-06-06T09:42:49","slug":"cost-benefits-green-at-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/featured\/cost-benefits-green-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Being Green at Work: The Cost Benefits of Being More Conscious"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It pays to go green at work &#8211; data shows that the average small business could save up to \u00a37000 simply by improving their energy efficiency. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carbontrust.com\/resources\/guides\/energy-efficiency\/better-business-guide-to-energy-saving\/#guide-download\" target=\"_blank\">Carbon Trust<\/a>, the majority of businesses could easily cut down on the energy they use. Just a few small changes can produce quick returns:<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Low-cost and no-cost actions can reduce energy costs by roughly 10%.<br \/>\n\u25cf Cutting energy costs by 20% has the same effect on the bottom line as a 5% increase in sales.<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #b4d13c;\">The Green Trend in Office Space<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The green trend is flourishing, and more companies are embracing the concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR). For example, Unilever, one of the world\u2019s largest consumer goods businesses, has implemented a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unilever.com\/sustainable-living\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sustainable Living Plan<\/a>, focused on reducing their environmental footprint and making a more positive social impact.<\/p>\n<p>The UK is also becoming home to a growing number of internationally-recognised and awarded sustainable office buildings, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breeam.com\/case-studies\/offices\/one-angel-square-co-operative-group-hq-manchester\/\" target=\"_blank\">One Angel Square in Manchester<\/a>, and PWC headquarters <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.co.uk\/who-we-are\/regional-sites\/london\/offices.html\" target=\"_blank\">More London<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not just the big players who are taking the initiative. Business insiders report that small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are also rethinking their energy strategies. And it\u2019s not a moment too soon; current energy costs are impacting the environment and the bottom line of many businesses.<\/p>\n<p>For example, heating in office buildings now accounts for 32% of total carbon emissions in the UK, and costs have increased dramatically. Businesses spent \u00a322.5 billion on heating in 2015, which was a 49% increase from 1996.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Going-green-at-work-to-save-money-Instant-Offices.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12688\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Going-green-at-work-to-save-money-Instant-Offices.jpg\" alt=\"Going green at work to save money - Instant Offices\" width=\"706\" height=\"1139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Going-green-at-work-to-save-money-Instant-Offices.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Going-green-at-work-to-save-money-Instant-Offices-186x300.jpg 186w, https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Going-green-at-work-to-save-money-Instant-Offices-768x1239.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Going-green-at-work-to-save-money-Instant-Offices-635x1024.jpg 635w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 100vw, 706px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #b4d13c;\"><strong>Tips for a More Energy-Conscious Office<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Businesses across the globe need to consider all aspects of their operations when looking for ways to go green. Some common areas of focus include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Electricity:<\/strong> Switching to energy-saving light bulbs throughout the building, and using timers for overnight and external lighting, can add up to substantial energy bill savings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Water:<\/strong> Encouraging employees to use water sparingly and wisely can also reduce the cost of utilities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reusable items:<\/strong> The average employee generates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roadrunnerwm.com\/blog\/office-worker-waste-generation\" target=\"_blank\">4.40lb of waste<\/a> every day! Businesses can cut down on trash by replacing single-use paper cups and plastic bottles with attractive reusable cups and bottles, branded with the company logo.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sustainable supplies:<\/strong> Before ordering office supplies, research the available brands and choose those that have green policies, use minimal packaging and embrace sustainable materials (such as recycled paper).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paper:<\/strong> Going paperless also helps to make a dent in the daily 2lb of discarded paper waste. Replace printouts with e-mails and digital presentations, and encourage employees to take notes digitally.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recycling:<\/strong> An estimated 70% of a business\u2019s landfill waste can be recycled. Make sure your building or office park has a recycling programme in place.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Commuting:<\/strong> Allowing more employees to work remotely cuts down on carbon emissions generated by their drive to and from the office, and also reduces their in-office energy costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #b4d13c;\"><strong>The Green Benefits of\u00a0Working Flexibly<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>By allowing more employees to work from home or telecommute more often, businesses can rapidly become more energy efficient. Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexjobs.com\/blog\/post\/telecommuting-sustainability-how-telecommuting-is-a-green-job\/\" target=\"_blank\">compelling statistics<\/a> from the United States that should encourage employers everywhere to consider implementing flex work seriously:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Commuting is part of the second-largest source of US greenhouse gas emissions; daily transport to and from work is a significant contributor to environmental pollution. Passenger cars are one of the biggest culprits.<\/li>\n<li>Offices are part of the fourth-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.<\/li>\n<li>A 10% reduction in one person\u2019s office hours leads to a 15% decrease in their individual carbon footprint.<\/li>\n<li>People working from home in the US prevent the emission of 3.6 million tons of commuting-related greenhouse gasses every year. That\u2019s equivalent to planting 91 million trees!<\/li>\n<li>Remote work also keeps employees healthier, reducing their exposure to environmental pollution, poor air quality and germs. Healthier employees are naturally more productive and less likely to need sick days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you\u2019re looking to run a more sustainable business, choosing to work with green-minded suppliers is a big step in the right direction. Find an energy-efficient office building as your base of operations, and you\u2019ll instantly cut down on many of your daily overheads like electricity costs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #b3d334; padding: 20px 0;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 0;\"><strong>Looking for Office Space?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 0;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">We Operate in Some of the World&#8217;s Top Cities:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/en\/gb\/office-space\/london\">London<\/a>, <a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/en\/us\/office-space\/new-york-city\">New York<\/a>, <a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/en\/us\/office-space\/san-francisco\">San Francisco<\/a>, <a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/en\/fr\/office-space\/paris\">Paris<\/a>, <a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/en\/sg\/office-space\/singapore\">Singapore<\/a>, <a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\/en\/hk\/office-space\/hong-kong\">Hong Kong<\/a>,<br \/>\n<a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.instantoffices.com\">Search more locations<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It pays to go green at work &#8211; data shows that the average small business could save up to \u00a37000 simply by improving their energy efficiency. According to Carbon Trust, the majority of businesses could easily cut down on the energy they use. Just a few small changes can produce quick returns: \u25cf Low-cost and no-cost actions can reduce energy costs by roughly 10%. \u25cf Cutting energy costs by 20% has the same effect on the bottom line as a 5% increase in sales. The Green Trend in Office Space The green trend is flourishing, and more companies are embracing the concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR). For example, Unilever, one of the world\u2019s largest consumer goods businesses, has implemented a Sustainable Living Plan, focused on reducing their environmental footprint and making a more positive social impact. The UK is also becoming home to a growing number of internationally-recognised and awarded sustainable office buildings, like One Angel Square in Manchester, and PWC headquarters More London. It\u2019s not just the big players who are taking the initiative. Business insiders report that small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are also rethinking their energy strategies. And it\u2019s not a moment too soon; current energy costs are impacting the environment and the bottom line of many businesses. For example, heating in office buildings now accounts for 32% of total carbon emissions in the UK, and costs have increased dramatically. Businesses spent \u00a322.5 billion on heating in 2015, which was a 49% increase from 1996. &nbsp; &nbsp; Tips for a More Energy-Conscious Office Businesses across the globe need to consider all aspects of their operations when looking for ways to go green. Some common areas of focus include: Electricity: Switching to energy-saving light bulbs throughout the building, and using timers for overnight and external lighting, can add up to substantial energy bill savings. Water: Encouraging employees to use water sparingly and wisely can also reduce the cost of utilities. Reusable items: The average employee generates 4.40lb of waste every day! Businesses can cut down on trash by replacing single-use paper cups and plastic bottles with attractive reusable cups and bottles, branded with the company logo. Sustainable supplies: Before ordering office supplies, research the available brands and choose those that have green policies, use minimal packaging and embrace sustainable materials (such as recycled paper). Paper: Going paperless also helps to make a dent in the daily 2lb of discarded paper waste. Replace printouts with e-mails and digital presentations, and encourage employees to take notes digitally. Recycling: An estimated 70% of a business\u2019s landfill waste can be recycled. Make sure your building or office park has a recycling programme in place. Commuting: Allowing more employees to work remotely cuts down on carbon emissions generated by their drive to and from the office, and also reduces their in-office energy costs. The Green Benefits of\u00a0Working Flexibly By allowing more employees to work from home or telecommute more often, businesses can rapidly become more energy efficient. Here are some compelling statistics from the United States that should encourage employers everywhere to consider implementing flex work seriously: Commuting is part of the second-largest source of US greenhouse gas emissions; daily transport to and from work is a significant contributor to environmental pollution. Passenger cars are one of the biggest culprits. Offices are part of the fourth-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. A 10% reduction in one person\u2019s office hours leads to a 15% decrease in their individual carbon footprint. People working from home in the US prevent the emission of 3.6 million tons of commuting-related greenhouse gasses every year. That\u2019s equivalent to planting 91 million trees! Remote work also keeps employees healthier, reducing their exposure to environmental pollution, poor air quality and germs. Healthier employees are naturally more productive and less likely to need sick days. When you\u2019re looking to run a more sustainable business, choosing to work with green-minded suppliers is a big step in the right direction. Find an energy-efficient office building as your base of operations, and you\u2019ll instantly cut down on many of your daily overheads like electricity costs. &nbsp; Looking for Office Space? We Operate in Some of the World&#8217;s Top Cities: London, New York, San Francisco, Paris, Singapore, Hong Kong, Search more locations<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12680,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,214],"tags":[559,558,557],"class_list":["post-12678","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business-growth","category-featured","tag-cost-benefits","tag-going-green","tag-green-workspace"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Being Green at Work | Cost Benefits of Being More Conscious - Instant Offices Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It pays to go green at work. 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