How to Run a Green Small Business
The gifts of nature are plenty but they too are limited in stock. We have been using or abusing them and have been going overboard with the usage of resources. Many individuals and organisations are now switching to greener ways to counter the harmful effects of such adventures.
One can move to greener ways in everyday life as well as in work. If you wish to start your own business, you should set one up that is environmentally friendly in nature. It is certainly not impossible to do and one can achieve this by taking a few important steps.
Instructions
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Environment Friendly Business
Make a list of environment friendly businesses that you can do and have the skills to perform. This can be related to renewable energy or deals with organic foods. Even if it is not directly related with environmentally sound work, you can at least indulge in business that deals with local produce. It will allow you to cut the pollution caused by the vehicles that will be transporting your goods as there will hardly be any long distance carriage. -
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Have a Green Work Environment
Try to reduce the use of paper in your business whichever one you choose. You can use both sides of the paper that will also save you expenditure in way of stationery. Use energy efficient products and minimise the use of air conditioning. This can be done by painting the outer walls and roof with lighter colours and using various heat reducing solutions such as heat resistant tiles. -
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Recycle
There is a lot of trashing of materials that can be recycled. Make sure that you give them to the local recycling department. This will help in reducing the amount of trees that are cut and the best you can do is to play your part. If all organisations do their bit, a lot of harm to the environment can be avoided. -
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Get Green Certification
There are environmental agencies that give these certifications. Check out their requirements and make sure that you start the business on those lines. Once you have made all the necessary adjustments, get the certification. Once you get the certification, your products will be branded as eco-friendly and you can get more sales as there are many people who purchase eco-friendly and green products.
