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7 Best Practices for Eco-Friendly Remote Work

7 Best Practices for Eco-Friendly Remote Work

To live a healthy life and reduce your environmental footprint, you should be aware of your business's resources. For both financial and environmental reasons, businesses should pay attention to the little details. 

Since COVID-19 has changed the way companies view remote work, there are now more regulations about using energy while working at home. So how can you reduce energy consumption when doing remote work? Consider these tips:

Go paperless

Whether you're using technology for your work or a digital office, going paperless is an easy way to impact the environment. You'll save on paper costs and energy consumption. You'll also work more efficiently if you don't worry about managing documents and scheduling meetings by phone or email. 

You can digitize work-related documents, forms, and communications to save space, organize information, and make it accessible from any device. A paperless workplace will also appeal to those customers who are more technologically savvy and environmentally conscious.

Sustainable events 

If you own a business, another way to engage remote workers in environmental issues is to organize company-wide sustainability events. Scheduling these events will boost the cumulative impact of individual efforts. To celebrate the achievements of remote workers, organize a recycling drive or team-based brainstorming sessions. For example, reward your team members for exhibiting environmentally friendly behaviours with prizes, public praise, and tangible rewards. This way, they will be more likely to continue the sustainable behaviour and make the company an even more environmentally friendly place to work.

Using energy-efficient appliances

LEDs are an excellent choice for lighting. They produce light with a low electrical current, have no warm-up time, and last for twenty or more years. They can be programmed to automatically dim or turn off when they detect that the room is empty. In addition, they can be more durable, so replacing them is much easier. LEDs also have more features, such as a built-in daylight sensor. This technology helps businesses lower their overall energy costs. So, if you are looking for a way to reduce energy costs and improve the environment while improving your home's energy efficiency, consider switching to LED lighting.

Using bamboo office products

If you're looking for a sustainable office product that can last a long time, you should consider using bamboo office products. Bamboo is a popular alternative to traditional wood, which can be difficult to care for. With proper care, bamboo products can last a lifetime, saving you thousands of dollars in repairs and replacements. Despite the cost of bamboo office products, they are highly attractive and environmentally friendly. In addition, bamboo forests are highly efficient and help counter climate change. 

Adopt Energy-Saving Habits

Keeping a constant check on your energy usage while working at home is a smart way to save money and the environment. You can lower your home's energy bill by turning down the thermostat and limiting electronic use. Changing habits that use less energy include turning off lights when not in use, using programmable power bars in kitchens, and keeping windows closed. Using a table lamp for a single task, track lighting for hobbies, and under-counter lights in the kitchen can all help save money on your electric bill.

Energy-efficient thermostat settings

If you have a smart thermostat, change its settings accordingly. You can even schedule heating and cooling times. Some smart thermostats can even be programmed to reduce energy consumption when the home is unoccupied. These smart devices can also be programmed to automatically adjust the temperature according to the weather forecast. This will ensure that you're not wasting energy and money. In addition to being easy to set, they give you real-time updates on your energy consumption. They display current temperatures, humidity levels, and weather forecasts. The best part is, they're designed to save money!

Reduce the brightness on your laptop

Increasing brightness increases power consumption exponentially. Reduce your laptop's brightness when working in a dimly lit room. You'll be amazed at how much energy you save. A recent study conducted by a manager showed that adjusting the brightness of your monitors could save 20% of the energy. Using hundreds of computers could amount to thousands of dollars in savings for your energy bill. That's a great deal of savings! So the next time you're working in front of a computer, don't forget to adjust the brightness of your monitors. You'll be glad you did!



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RICHARD BURDETT-GARDINER

Richard is a seasoned director and a respected authority in the field of renewable energy, leveraging his extensive experience working with and for large PLC's in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction) industry.

He has worked on hundreds of projects across the United Kingdom like HS2 and other major critical highways and infrastructure projects, both for the public and private sectors.

He is one of the chief driving forces behind the creation, development, and management of The Renewable Energy Hub, your premier online destination for sustainable energy knowledge and resources.

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