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× Model for Sustainable Improvements (Stage 1)
× Starting to Work with Green Management (Stage 2)
× Understanding Thoroughly the Agenda of Green Management
(Stage 3)
× Formulating Green Management Plan (Stage 4)
× Implementation of Green Management (Stage 5)
× Monitoring Implementation, and Taking Suitable Action for
Sustained Improvement (Stage 6)
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× Local funding is minimal and entry barriers can be high
× Little current demand for green investment would require
additional focused marketing
× Job creation would require major training, and the influx of those
with experience abroad.
× Investors' interest in “fast” money rather than sustainable long-
term investment in people, the environment and the local
economy.
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× Schedule and complete project appropriately so that we can
minimize overtime and its added energy consumption.
× Consider freelancer and sub contractors who work from home for
projects, that reduce energy consumption during transit and at
the office.
× Include recycling quotas in the team incentive program
× Submit the project updates digitally to reduce paper
consumption.
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× Use multi-functional devices to reduce energy consumption
× Lobby for a water cooler rather than bottled water provisions to
reduce plastic purchases
× Use networked digital storage rather than CD/DVD
× Print on front and back of paper.
× Switch to laptop computers rather than desktops
× Bring your lunch rather than going out
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× Ask project team members to bring their own ceramic or mugs
rather than using plastic cup.
× Regular visit to your recycling center for paper and plastics.
× Donate unused computers that are in good condition to schools,
charities and public service agencies
× Donate outdated computers to computer recycling offices for
refurbishing