Going Green Saves Green - Meaning Money

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The Easy Side of Going Green - By Dixie Schmatz

Going green can often save you money. In my article “Eco Friendly Does Not Have to Mean More Work” I gave the following list of easy things your company can do to be green. Good news! This same list can also save you money.

o Do you recycle anything rather than pay to haul it to the dump?
o Do you use natural light rather than only rely on electric lights?
o Do you check the air pressure in your company vehicles’ tires to help improve gas mileage?
o Do you suggest people turn the light off as they leave your restrooms?
o Do you print some documents back to back?
o Do you let any of your employees telecommute, thus saving gas?
o Have you planted any trees around your business?
o Do you turn your thermostat up in the summer and down in the winter when your business or company is closed?
o Plus more

Do you wonder how planting trees can save you money? This one is for long range thinkers but depending on where you plant them - as they mature they:
o Provide cooling – reducing air conditioning costs,
o Give protection from winds (assuming the wind does not blow them over),
o Give some protection from things like hail, and
o Might be the perfect sitting spot to come up with your next big money saving/making idea.

Well, it is true, some cost savings are more direct than others but many things you do can serve both the environment and your bottom line.

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Dixie Schmatz is President and Co-Founder of Notyak - Gateway to Greener Living found on the web at www.notyak.com - You don’t have to be a yak herder to have a positive impact on the environment. Notyak believes that each person and business should take the steps that make sense for them, moving forward not backward, and expect others to do the same. If we all do this, the world will be a better place. ****** If you are interested in joining the Notyak Business Network visit us at www.network.notyak.com ****** Dixie has a Ph.D., is very interested in the environment and has had an Internet presence for several years. Businesses are recognizing the importance of “going green” and as a green business owner and manager, Dixie’s insights can help your business understand the issues, participate in the movement and take advantage of new marketing opportunities.
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