Sustainability

Use Paper Responsibly

• Print and copy double-sided.
• Use spell check and proofread before printing.
• Save one-sided paper to use for scratch paper, stock fax machines, and copy and print on as appropriate.
• Save paper by design: use narrower margins and smaller fonts as appropriate; use the reduction feature on copiers to fit more on one page.
• When you’re finished, recycle it!
• Create personal online folders instead of printing and filing all correspondences.
• Share magazine and journal subscriptions.
• Notify vendors who send each of us the same catalog to  send only one publication to one designated staff member.

 Turn Off the Lights

• Switch the lights off when leaving a room and at the end of the day.

Recycle Paper and More

• Recycle paper, cardboard, glass, metals and plastics.  

Dispose of Office Waste Responsibly

• Recycle ink cartridges and batteries.
• Appropriately dispose of fluorescent light bulbs, computers, electronics, and other supplies.

Avoid Disposables

• Use eco-friendly cleaning supplies and avoid or limit disposable cleaning products.
• Keep and use washable plates and mugs in the office.
• Use sponges, cloth napkins, and cloth towels instead of paper products.
• When disposables are necessary, choose recyclable products and avoid Styrofoam and plastic.

Turn on Power-Save Modes

• Use power-save modes on all equipment and appliances when available.

Minimize Use of Air Conditioning

• Turn off air conditioning and open windows on nice days.

Turn Off Electronics

• Turn off your computers monitor, printers, speakers, and copy machines before leaving each evening— these use energy even when not in use.
• Get rid of screen savers.

Commute to Work
Start a carpool; walk, bike, or take public transportation instead of driving. It adds up to cleaner air.

Buy Green

• Buy recycled content, remanufactured, and recyclable office products and paper goods.
• Buy compact florescent bulbs instead of incandescent or halogen bulbs.
• Buy in bulk—it uses less packaging.