by Lina Martinez

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It is the most important thing a modern business needs to exude in spades. With more concerns about climate change and the general impact that every single one of us is having on our planet means that we have to think of new ways to encapsulate that mammoth term- “environmentally friendly”. When it comes to being environmentally friendly, and running an effective business, these two approaches don't always go hand in hand. So what are the ways we can bring a more environmentally friendly approach to our businesses?

The Technological And Energy Efficiency Sectors

It is the first and most important place to begin. While the right technology means that we are naturally embodying an energy efficient approach to our business, it certainly depends on the industry you’re operating in as to how deep you can delve into this. Many industrial processes are very hot on minimizing contaminated water, which can be achieved with oil water separators, but there are the more usual approaches, such as smarter computers that are switching the monitor off. The fact is that technology is running the gamut as far as the environmental preventions are concerned now.

Additional Awareness

It's difficult to achieve trust, either with customers, employees, or clients, but in order to adequately ensure that we are covered in all areas; we have to go green in as many different ways as possible. When it comes to improving our relationship with the customers, being perceived to have a very green mindset is invaluable publicity. Being environmentally friendly doesn't just mean you benefiting the planet, it also means you benefiting your business.

Working At Improving The Employee Morale

And, along the same lines, if you are working hard at improving your perception from the outside, you need to work as hard, if not, harder, and improving your perception from the inside. The right roster of employees will feel safer working for a business that is environmentally friendly. You can do this in numerous ways, such as implementing green initiatives, like cycling to work. It's not something that can be achieved overnight, but by implementing these small practices now, it highlights your dedication to the positive working environment that benefits the business and the planet.

Hitting The Books

With every passing year, there are more comprehensive laws being passed in how businesses should go green. While you can easily keep yourself abreast of these changes as and when they come up, it is a little bit better for you to keep ahead of the curve by anticipating what changes will come up in the laws next. For example, the Environmental Protection Agency launched an initiative to decrease carbon emissions, the 2020 Action Agenda. And this is something that is worth examining if you want to find a way to be streets ahead of your competitors.

It's not just about installing paper recycling points and encouraging the use of electronics more; to be an environmentally friendly business requires a lot of homework, and foresight, to ensure that you are heading in the right direction.