Nowadays, no business can thrive only with the concept of profit; it has to consider its impact on society. Making your business greener is not only a good thing for the environment, but it is also a very smart business decision that will help your customers to like you more and increase your brand image by maybe even saving some money. Still, where should one start? Now, here are clear, efficient ways to take greener steps into a sustainable future for your business.
1. Start with a Sustainability Check
Ever wonder what your business’s impact really is? A sustainability audit takes a snapshot of what you are doing now. Look at energy use, waste, water usage, and even carbon footprint. From there, set clear goals: perhaps to reduce energy use by 20% in the next year. By monitoring these things from the very beginning, you create a baseline against which you can measure…
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