Environmental Sustainability Measures Companies & Businesses Can Implement
- Part 1

Every day, we talk about a new environmental disaster. Whether it's an oil spill in the ocean or toxic chemicals leaking into the groundwater, it seems as though we can't escape the impact of our careless habits. While it may seem like individual consumers are powerless to do anything about this, companies and businesses have a lot of power when it comes to being environmentally sustainable. Sustainability is an ever-evolving topic, and the need to be more sustainable hasn't gone away with new technologies coming onto the market. The changing global environment, as well as changing consumer demands, have led to a new focus on environmental sustainability. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the measures companies can take to reduce their impact on the environment.
 

Evaluate Your Companies Carbon Footprint:
One of the important ways to become more environmentally sustainable is to evaluate your company's carbon footprint. The first step is to measure what you are currently doing and then use that information to create a plan. Once you have a complete plan in place, you can take steps to reduce your carbon footprint. There are several aspects of environmental sustainability that companies should consider when measuring their carbon footprints, such as energy consumption, waste management, transportation methods, packaging materials, and more. 
These aspects can be used to help determine where there might be room for improvement in your business's carbon footprint. Not only does this provide insight into how you can become more environmentally sustainable, but it also creates an opportunity for cost savings as well. With a better understanding of where your company could make improvements in sustainability measures, it will also be easier for you to figure out how much you should invest in changing practices.

Invest In Renewable Energy:
Investing in renewable energy is considered one of the best way ways to be environmentally sustainable. Renewable energy can offset the use of other non-renewable resources, like fossil fuels, and it can also create local jobs. Renewable energy is one of the most sustainable forms of energy because it does not produce emissions that harm the environment. Solar, hydroelectric power, and wind are all renewable forms of energy that companies can invest in to help reduce their environmental impact. Renewable energy is also more affordable than traditional forms of energy, and it can provide a steady supply of energy that is reliable and consistent.

Sustainable Building Practices:
There are many ways to make your building more environmentally sustainable. One way is by implementing green building methods. Green building practices can help you reduce the amount of energy you use, lower the carbon footprint, and improve indoor air quality for those who work in your facility. In addition to green building methods, there are several other sustainable measures you can take when it comes to your building. For example, you can use recycled materials for insulation or natural light instead of artificial light. You could also replace your windows with ones that let in more natural light. There are lots of other sustainable measure options out there, but these are a few examples that we've found successful.

Encourage Sustainable Commuting:
With the rise in health and environmental concerns, people are turning to cycle as a means of transportation. Many cities have been counting on bike lanes for years as a way of connecting people to their workplaces and other destinations in an environmentally sustainable way. One way you can also help your employees is by providing them with safe on-site bike parking so they can keep their bicycles dry during inclement weather or while they're at work. Another great way is by installing a cycle track or cycle lane on your property so cyclists can commute safely to and from work.

Final Thought
It can be a little difficult to know where to start, but it's important to take steps to have sustainable benefits for both your business and the environment. By taking a few small steps to reduce your environmental impact, you can make a big difference. These are some specific measures businesses and companies can implement to become more sustainable.

 

Written for PWCGBC by Ahmad
 

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