The Many Benefits of Recycling in the Office

There are numerous benefits of recycling, both for your business and the environment. 

Recycling programs are very easy to implement; through just a little effort, you can make a big difference. There is really no reason not to recycle. Here are some recycling tips to keep your office eco-friendly: ​

• ​​Monetary & Energy Savings
• Protect the Environment
• Job Creation
• Improved Company Image

Monetary & Energy Savings
Reduced waste means reduced costs. Set up recycling stations around the office to recycle paper, batteries, and electronics. Saving energy is beneficial on both a financial and environmental level.
 
Protect the Environment
Recycling reduces 10 major types of air pollutants and 8 categories of water pollutants. For every ton of paper recycled, you save 7000 gallons of water and 17 trees, reports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Recycling also decreases the strain on landfills. This is particularly important for materials such as office electronics, which contain toxins that could otherwise contaminate groundwater, affecting the health of your local community.
 
Job Creation
The recycling industry requires a far greater workforce than waste management. In California, for example, for every job in recycling collection, eight are created for manufacturing the recovered materials, reports Stanford University.
 
Improved Company Image
Consumers love to know that the companies they conduct business with are responsible. Recycling can also improve your image with employees — seeing an effort being made in the office can boost morale, lower staff turnover, and increase individuals’ efforts at home.
 
Starting an office recycling program will allow you to take full advantage of the benefits of recycling, and conducting a waste audit will help you know the eco-friendliness of your office. Contact Peach State Cleaning Solutions to create an affordable cleaning service for your business. Our green cleaning services ensure a healthy and eco-friendly working environment for you and your employees. ​