We are all becoming progressively more aware of steps that can be taken to make our working environments more ‘eco friendly’ ie switching off lights, when leaving rooms not in use, by not leaving electrical appliances on standby, recycling where possible and ditching disposable cups in favour of china or ceramic items.
In addition to these, there are further measures which may be taken towards making our working lives even more eco aware.
A range of products are now available for us to use in our offices and homes which are readily available to order easily and safely on line. This shopping method, saving both our time, and the most precious commodity, fuel.
An easy method of making a difference is by using recycled paper, ideal for office use and produced from 100% household waste. Great for the environment, accredited by Greenpeace and guaranteed for use in laser and inkjet printers alike and also good for photocopiers.
Continuing with the paper theme, why not use recycled notepads? These are available in varying sizes and styles and may have been juice cartons, tyres, cardboard boxes or packaging in their previous life.
When we write on our eco friendly paper and note pads, we can use recycled pens and pencils. These products may have been made from items such as games consoles, car parts or crisp packets which may have ended their days in a land fill site. A full range is available from ballpoint and roller ball pens, permanent and whiteboard markers, pens with super fine tips to colouring pencils. All work just as well as their non recycled counterparts.
An innovation is the stapler that doesn’t need staples! How much metal could be saved each year with one of these? It’s handheld and will clip up to three pages together by utilising a clever cutting and folding action.
Another super idea – the water powered calculator. Unlike the solar powered variety, it will function regardless of light supply. It is powered by an H20 battery, which will last two to three years with continuous usage and all of it’s components are recyclable. A constant energy supply is maintained by refilling the battery as the water evaporates. If kept in it’s dry state, it will last indefinitely.
Did you know that most padded envelopes are not recyclable? it is sensible therefore, to re use them as much as possible. There’s a handy adhesive label dispenser available which sits well on your office desks.It’s produced from 100% recycled cardboard and dispenses adhesive labels simply and cleanly.
Becoming ‘eco aware’ really is becoming easier.