Green economics
Yes, you can save money and protect the planet
at the same time.
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your carbon footprint is now part and parcel of running a responsible
business, especially in the public sector which is often looked to
as a good example of responsible working practice. How can it benefit a practice? There are tangible business benefits to adopting an environmental policy that incorporates your printing and photocopying equipment. A more economical way of working can deliver noticeable cost savings, and extending this principle to inform your purchasing decisions can reduce future costs. Reduce cost Some printer manufacturers are taking green thinking seriously and have reduced the number of consumable parts in a toner cartridge from around 60 to just 5 – the associated cost savings can be as much as 50% per page printed. |
Where to start? Recycling is obviously an excellent starting point. You should also try to reduce the amount of paper you have to recycle in the first place. If you set printers and copiers automatically to double-sided printing, you could save paper usage by around 35%. If you're about to do a long print run, use the proof-and-hold feature to print the first document so that it can be checked at the printer before the rest of the run is produced. And why not consider using a cartridge save recycling programme, such as the Samsung STAR programme. These are just some of the ways in which a busy healthcare practice can reduce its impact on the environment. Go on, give them a go. |
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