Making businesses greener 'saves money'

News Article - 11 April 2008
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There are a number of ways of reducing costs while improving the environmental credentials of a company.

According to a report in the New York Times, companies can save themselves cash by reducing energy use and recycling office supplies, among other strategies.

Demand among customers and clients for businesses to be environmentally-friendly is growing and green initiatives can also save firms large sums.

As the credit crunch squeezes margins, the NY Times recommends that companies look at their business travel as one way of reducing carbon footprints, offsetting pollution caused by air travel and using rental car companies that offer hybrids.

Developing a green strategy is key to cutting consumption, with carbonaccounting software providing a simple way to assess and monitor emissions production.

Reducing waste can improve business health and help to control costs by reducing bills for disposal, while providing training for employees and business associates can enhance productivity and reduce energy consumption.

A recent poll by the Tenon Forum discovered that many businesses are put off going green by the perceived cost of adopting environmentally-friendly measures.

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