Sustainability is a topic of the utmost importance for businesses all across the world and that includes small business run from home. Making small improvements can make a big difference where the environment is concerned and many customers make a point of choosing companies based on their sustainability efforts. They want to see sustainable packaging on products, sustainable delivery options and much more. So, how can you improve your home business’ sustainability?
Improve Your Energy Usage
Lowering the amount of energy you use is always the preferable option but it isn’t always realistic. If you can’t see any way of lowering your energy use, try switching the source of your energy instead.
Solar and wind power are both viable options for replacing your original energy source. Solar panels are popular as they cost less than installing a wind source. You can also sell unused energy to energy companies. If that sounds like it could work for you, the best step to take next is to contact solar panel installation experts for a quote and some further advice.
Recycling
Recycling is commonplace around the world. However, it can be difficult to maintain recycling on a large scale. Depending on the nature of your home business, you may create more recycling than a regular household.
To ensure your business is recycling as much as possible, it can help to have some in-house equipment. For example, post pallets are ideal for separating your recycling and transferring from one place to the next. It can also help to arrange more recycling collections should your need increase.
Use Eco-Friendly Chemicals
All places of business need to be clean. Not only is this vital for health and safety regulations but it’s also important to ensure bacteria isn’t spread from person to person.
Did you know you can replace your usual cleaning brands with eco-friendly alternatives? They often cost more but it’s worth it for your sustainability image. Eco-friendly brands use natural ingredients that clean in the same way other brands do.
Donate Supplies and Equipment
There may be supplies and equipment that you no longer need. Perhaps you’ve upgraded to allow for increased demand. If the supplies and equipment are in good condition, you can think about donating them.
It’s a much better thing to do than disposing of it all. Disposing of it will only increase the amount of waste in the environment. Donating could help another business get set up at a low cost.
Get Certified
One of the best ways to build trustworthiness for your brand is to become certified. Receiving a certificate of excellence for sustainability is the perfect way to demonstrate your commitment to your customers. When your customers shop with you and see your sustainability achievements, they will be more likely to buy and come back.
There will be certain criteria you’ll need to meet in order to get certified. Once you meet this criteria, be sure to display your certification on your website.
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