In recent years, many companies and offices have made the decision to proactively reduce their environmental footprint by implementing eco-friendly methods. Not only can this be used to improve the way in which your workplace operates, but also in the removals process , when green practices can drastically cut down on the amount trash generated.
Be mindful to the way the move is executed so you can make your move into a green move. If you’re looking to take a greener approach to your office move, here are 5 simple steps you can take to plan the process and tackle the task responsibly.
Recycled packing materials for packaging
The packing materials you choose to use will play a significant role in determining how environmentally friendly your office move is. In these days of climate-consciousness, there are a plethora of green alternatives available in terms of packing materials. These include:
Recycled boxes
Packaging materials that are compostable, low-plastic or recyclable.
Not only that, meticulous planning and creative packing can minimize the number of items required , which, consequently, can minimize the amount of waste you create when unpacking at the other end.
Reusing or recycling waste materials and items after the relocation
Whatever the size of your business, recycling or reusing your leftovers and packing supplies following the move can help in having a sustainable office. We are aware of the necessity of adopting a green approach in our work. This is the reason we are committed to recycling all the packaging materials and papers that we use on our jobs as well as at our offices.
Recycling of WEEE
Based on the HSE The HSE estimates that each year, an estimated two million tons of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment items , such as microwaves, computers and telephones and other household appliances are discarded by households and businesses in the UK. As such, WEEE recycling is rapidly becoming an important consideration for all businesses and especially those that use an extensive amount of office electrical equipment.
Disposing of these items is a crucial aspect of environmentally sound practices This is the reason our experts are able to provide the full auditing service needed to verify that our customers adhere to the relevant standards and guidelines.
If you decide to use WEEE recycling to eliminate your computer device when you move offices It is the legal obligation of companies to ensure that all confidential information is completely deleted. We can remove all data of all drives in order to protect sensitive data from being stolen and later used for fraud.
Choose a company that is green in its removals
Hiring the expertise of a Sutton removal company that has experience with green office relocations will ensure all plans are carried out in a way that is safe for a hassle-free environmentally friendly move. For instance, a green removals business will have systems in place to reduce their use of packaging materials required , which means less waste produced. Not only that they will recycle or reuse the packing supplies to you following the move to minimise your impact on the environment.
Think about carbon footprint
Moving all equipment and other apparatus from your current office to the new location may take a few trips, in accordance with how big your business. As such, you must take into consideration the vehicle that you will use to transport the items from one location to the next.
With a wealth of experience in office removals, we’re proud of our eco-friendly practices as well as our first rate recycling policy that ensures the best environmental practice. We offer green-friendly services like:
Audit your waste to find the best recycling solutions for your business
Continuously educating staff members on reducing energy and water consumption
A sustainable transportation plan for the environment
Energy and water audits that are complete
Recycling of all card and paper packing
To find out more about any of our recycling or office removal services, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team today.
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