In the year 2020, climate change is happening rapidly, and one cannot be too ignorant about it. Global warming is increasing day by day, and we, as individuals, need to become more considerate towards our surroundings. The daily activities of human beings have vast effects on the Earth, which cannot take it anymore. The oceans are dying, with several miraculous species going extinct. People are dying of poverty and hunger, with carbon footprint speeding up at an alarming rate.
Every single second, something terrible is happening to our planet, which will be dying soon, and we need to do something about it. If we want a better and healthy future for the next generations and let the animals live, then it is time to make amends. Oceans, forests, and glaciers have a right to survive as human survival depends on them. Fortunately, many businesses are realizing this and planning to be more sustainable.
Companies that have turned green or are planning to will not only be benefitting the society but themselves as well. More and more people are eager to work for businesses that are sustainable and think about the environment. Sustainability is no more a choice but a reason to stay alive and let others live. You might be thinking of how hard it can be to become sustainable, but it is pretty simple in reality. When businesses become more conscious of their everyday activities, they become sustainable and plan accordingly. There is nothing difficult about that, just a little change here and there and they are good to go. From recycling business shirts to working remotely, there are few simple ways to follow in order to become more sustainable.
Here is a list of five ways to make your business more sustainable without having to spend millions. Let us find out more about them.
- Financing in the Renewables:
The local power supply is not really a reliable and cost-effective source to depend upon. In order to save more electricity, businesses should start investing in more renewable resources to run their business. There are many renewable resources out there that can be healthy for the environment, for instance, wind, geothermal or hydroelectric, and solar power. Look near you and find out which type of renewable resource you can invest in.
Although this method is more sustainable, it can be put a dent in your pocket. Since it is a long-term investment, businesses should consider this sustainable option if they want to survive. Moreover, you will have to depend on the local power, and your monthly bills will decline immensely.
- It is Time to Go Paperless:
A lot of businesses have considered this option to go paperless, and it has only reaped amazing results for the business. All thanks to the digital world, businesses have gone paperless, and freelancing has increased as well. Gone are the days where people will need to maintain data and organize files on huge piles of paper. Now, everything is one touch away, and this is a highly sustainable option. So go paperless and make use of electronic devices more and more to help the environment. This will help in saving the operating costs of the business, and less wastage will be produced in return. Not just that, but the data will be more secure as paper documents tend to burn or get lost on a frequent basis.
- Start Reusing and Recycling Things:
Corporate firms need to take more responsibility for their surroundings by improving their work processes. The best way to do this is through reusing and recycling materials to benefit everyone. Recycling should be made compulsory for every kind of business so that landfills are used lesser than usual. This can be done in many ways:
- Recycling the ink cartridges and paper.
- Using second-hand furniture for the office.
- Use of LED lighting instead of high-volt bulbs.
- Employees are drinking water in the reusable water bottles or using a thermos, which is a one-time investment.
- Banning the use of disposable cutlery items under all circumstances.
Even in the manufacturing process, businesses can plan to become more sustainable by eliminating the use of harmful products and recycle more.
- Get the Certification of a B-Corp:
Many businesses are turning into a B-Corp business, which is a term used for those businesses that voluntarily help in improving the environment. Such businesses get certified as B-Corps after every other two years for how well they have performed environmentally and socially. With the help of this certification, businesses get to access how to profit more by becoming sustainable. They are also trained to plan ahead and contribute to the betterment of society.
- Inform your Customers About Sustainability:
Now that your business is operating as a sustainable one, it is time to inform your customers and other stakeholders about it. When customers get more awareness about how you have become sustainable, they will start respecting your eco-friendly business practices. You can also encourage more and more people to go green by doing some recycling and sustainability campaigns. As a sustainable business, it comes under your responsibility to persuade others to go green and help the planet. Inform them how they can do this and motivate other businesses as well. When more and more businesses and customers learn from your business, it will also have a positive impact on your green reputation. With the passage of time, many stakeholders will want to get associated with your business, and this will be very rewarding.
Conclusion
Deep down, we all are scared of what is happening to our planet, and if no one stands up for it, then we will be in grave danger. Now is the right time to make a difference and operate in a sustainable manner. Businesses that keep the benefit of the planet in mind rather than just thinking about themselves become more profitable in the long-run. So follow the five ways mentioned above and represent your business as a more sustainable one!
Want to learn more?
- Just starting out? CLICK HERE
- Been working in your business for two years or more? CLICK HERE
We’re here to help you to take action just like we’ve helped thousands of other entrepreneurs, business owners and creative professionals all around the globe.
Now is the time to let your passion SHINE.
Now is the time to Make Tomorrow Today!
To your success,
Vinh Van Lam & Stuart Horrex
Your Coaches ArtSHINE industries
