The document discusses various ways that hair salons are becoming more environmentally friendly and energy efficient. It profiles two salons that underwent major eco-friendly renovations, installing solar panels, LED lighting, and finding ways to recycle and reduce waste. Implementing these changes has increased both salons' profiles through awards and attracted more customers, helping their businesses' profits. Smaller changes are also recommended that salons can adopt more easily, like using renewable energy, energy-efficient bulbs and appliances, and recycling. Products and equipment brands are also developing more sustainable options to meet growing consumer demand.
Sustainable Times Issue 4.
As the British Council of Offices recommends raising working temperatures from 22 to 24 degrees centigrade. On pages 14 and 15 we publish a few tips on how to stay cool when the mercury rises.
What's Brewing: Embedding a Unified Business Case Approach to Drive Product, ...Sustainable Brands
These slides were presented at the Sustainable Brands London 2013 Conference, to view the associated video or listen to the audio of the presentation please visit www.sustainablebrands.com/digital_learning/packaging/whats-brewing-embedding-unified-business-case-approach-drive-product-bran
The document discusses Neenah Paper's efforts to reduce its environmental impact and become more sustainable. It describes how Neenah uses recycled and FSC certified fibers in its paper production. It also summarizes Neenah's actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and become carbon neutral, including investing in renewable energy and buying carbon offsets.
The document discusses sustainability initiatives at Albertsons grocery stores. It outlines projects to reduce energy usage and carbon footprint through lighting upgrades, motion sensors, solar panels, and other efficiency measures. It also discusses reducing waste by improving recycling programs for cardboard, plastic, and other materials. The overall goals are to cut costs through energy savings while also enhancing Albertsons' green reputation with customers and employees.
Green launching: 7 principles to Connect Growth & Sustainability Standard Deviation
This Earth day, we wanted to inspire more businesses to 'Green Launch’ and are releasing a toolkit to help entrepreneurs think of sustainability as a driver for growth rather than a complex nice-to-have.
Click here to download toolkit and workshop templates: https://standard-deviation.co/#green-launching
Join the conversation on Instagram @wedeviate
Maxos LED lighting solutions were installed throughout the new Venco Campus building in the Netherlands to provide energy efficient and sustainable lighting. The 30,000 square meter building houses manufacturing spaces, warehouses, and offices. Maxos LED inserts installed in the TTX400 trunking system provide bright, pleasant lighting in the production and warehouse areas. A DynaLite lighting control system automatically dims the lighting in offices when they are empty. The LED solutions are expected to provide substantial energy savings compared to conventional lighting.
The document summarizes 18 sustainable products and services nominated for an award, including Cityhop which provides access to eco-friendly cars by the hour, a web-driven domestic cleaning service, affordable sustainable modular homes, electric cargo bikes, paperless direct debit and a smartphone app, and organic skincare products made with strict ethical practices. It encourages supporting the nominated organizations and provides a website for more details on the 2011 Sustainable Design and Innovation Award.
Sustainable Times Issue 4.
As the British Council of Offices recommends raising working temperatures from 22 to 24 degrees centigrade. On pages 14 and 15 we publish a few tips on how to stay cool when the mercury rises.
What's Brewing: Embedding a Unified Business Case Approach to Drive Product, ...Sustainable Brands
These slides were presented at the Sustainable Brands London 2013 Conference, to view the associated video or listen to the audio of the presentation please visit www.sustainablebrands.com/digital_learning/packaging/whats-brewing-embedding-unified-business-case-approach-drive-product-bran
The document discusses Neenah Paper's efforts to reduce its environmental impact and become more sustainable. It describes how Neenah uses recycled and FSC certified fibers in its paper production. It also summarizes Neenah's actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and become carbon neutral, including investing in renewable energy and buying carbon offsets.
The document discusses sustainability initiatives at Albertsons grocery stores. It outlines projects to reduce energy usage and carbon footprint through lighting upgrades, motion sensors, solar panels, and other efficiency measures. It also discusses reducing waste by improving recycling programs for cardboard, plastic, and other materials. The overall goals are to cut costs through energy savings while also enhancing Albertsons' green reputation with customers and employees.
Green launching: 7 principles to Connect Growth & Sustainability Standard Deviation
This Earth day, we wanted to inspire more businesses to 'Green Launch’ and are releasing a toolkit to help entrepreneurs think of sustainability as a driver for growth rather than a complex nice-to-have.
Click here to download toolkit and workshop templates: https://standard-deviation.co/#green-launching
Join the conversation on Instagram @wedeviate
Maxos LED lighting solutions were installed throughout the new Venco Campus building in the Netherlands to provide energy efficient and sustainable lighting. The 30,000 square meter building houses manufacturing spaces, warehouses, and offices. Maxos LED inserts installed in the TTX400 trunking system provide bright, pleasant lighting in the production and warehouse areas. A DynaLite lighting control system automatically dims the lighting in offices when they are empty. The LED solutions are expected to provide substantial energy savings compared to conventional lighting.
The document summarizes 18 sustainable products and services nominated for an award, including Cityhop which provides access to eco-friendly cars by the hour, a web-driven domestic cleaning service, affordable sustainable modular homes, electric cargo bikes, paperless direct debit and a smartphone app, and organic skincare products made with strict ethical practices. It encourages supporting the nominated organizations and provides a website for more details on the 2011 Sustainable Design and Innovation Award.
Green-O-Tech India is a waste paper recycling company that has recycled over 200,000 kg of waste paper in the last two years from over 100 clients. Their mission is to convert waste into wealth by collecting waste paper, recycling it into stationery products, and planting a tree for every 100 kg of paper recycled as part of their clients' green initiatives. Recycling waste paper saves thousands of trees and tons of carbon compared to producing new paper products.
Kigali | Sep-15 | SVI Energy Innovation ChallengeSmart Villages
By James Ogingo, Clifford Owino
To help collect and distil the knowledge and experience from the last 15 months of engagement in East Africa, a concluding workshop was held in Kigali, Rwanda. The workshop brought together over 40 government representatives and other key stakeholders from across the region to share information on progress and remaining challenges, and to reflect on lessons learned.
More info: http://e4sv.org/events/east-africa-workshop/
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts Environmental presentation 2010Ashley Norman
The document discusses the environmental certifications and awards that the Aruba Bucuti Beach Resort has received since 1997. It outlines the resort's efforts to reduce water and electricity consumption and promote sustainability, such as installing water-saving fixtures, solar panels, and energy-efficient appliances. The resort also recycles and reuses materials, uses environmentally-friendly cleaning products, and engages in other green practices and community initiatives.
Green business refers to businesses that have minimal negative environmental impacts and engage in sustainable practices. Key aspects of green businesses include green consumers who buy eco-friendly products, governments that encourage environmental policies, and businesses implementing the three R's of environmentalism: reduce, reuse, and recycle. While going green provides benefits like increased revenue and cost savings, barriers include perceptions of lower quality green products and difficulties identifying truly green options. Successful green businesses think green in all aspects by employing work from home policies, using sustainable packaging and servers, and promoting their brands' environmental efforts.
The document discusses green products and sustainable companies. It defines green products as those that protect the environment from pollution and use natural rather than artificial ingredients. Some benefits of green products mentioned include conserving energy, preserving wealth, reducing toxins, and creating a clean environment with no side effects. Several companies are highlighted as examples of those producing green products, including Rebinder (office supplies with zero waste), personal care item makers that use recycling, Reyka Vodka (made sustainably from glacial water), and Maggie's Organic Clothes. Other green products discussed are laundry detergents with no pollutants, organic cotton sheets, healthy low-emission paint, energy-efficient light bulbs, and shower heads that
Businesses can adopt green practices to help the environment and reduce costs. There are many options for businesses large and small, from switching to sustainable energy sources to implementing office recycling and encouraging more efficient energy use among employees. Specific green business strategies mentioned include going paperless, purchasing energy efficient equipment, setting up recycling bins, allowing casual dress codes or working from home some days, and investing in sustainable energy providers for new buildings.
Exciting times for business: the value of farm carbon footprinting up the sup...Farming Futures
This document discusses why an individual's carbon footprint matters. It notes that consumers are increasingly concerned about sustainability and the environment. Many companies are taking steps to reduce their carbon emissions in response to this consumer demand. Reducing carbon footprints also makes financial sense as farmers with lower emissions have lower costs of production. The entire supply chain from farm to consumer must work together to lower carbon footprints in order to remain competitive and defend against potential criticism of their environmental impacts.
Eco-friendly products are designed to minimize environmental impact. They are non-toxic, use sustainably sourced materials, and are biodegradable. However, some companies falsely label products as eco-friendly through "greenwashing". True eco-friendly products are approved by organizations like the EPA. While consumers support eco-products, many barriers like availability, affordability and performance prevent widespread adoption. Government eco-labeling programs and educated green consumers are helping drive demand for genuinely sustainable products.
Rapanui Clothing was established in 2008 by two brothers to provide sustainable and ethical clothing options. They use organic and eco-friendly textiles in their clothing line as well as maintaining a low carbon supply chain. Rapanui Clothing has experienced 300% year-over-year growth and has expanded beyond clothing to include organic coffee and a retail outlet. Their goal is to empower consumers and businesses to make more sustainable choices and reduce their environmental impact through transparency around their supply chain and sustainability practices.
Some eco friendly products and their non- eco-friendly counter parts a compar...Amit Singh
Some Eco-friendly products and their non- Eco-friendly counter parts : A Comparison
CONTENT
What is eco-friendly product?
Why to use eco-friendly products?
A comparison of some Eco-friendly products and their non- Eco-friendly counter parts-
Paper bags and Plastic bags
LED bulbs and Incandescent bulb
Natural gas and Petroleum
Some Electrical Appliances
The document discusses why an eco-friendly atmosphere is needed and provides principles and examples of being eco-friendly, which include respecting God's creation, reusing and reducing harmful pollution, replacing non-green products with green ones, taking responsibility, and recycling using recyclable green products. Specific actions mentioned are turning off electronics when not in use, repainting walls with reflective paint to save energy, and using inverters and solar power as alternatives to air conditioners which are bad for the environment. The document encourages developing an eco-friendly mindset.
In this presentation some of the energy efficient products are being presented and some of the manufacturing techniques and processes are being discussed to create energy efficient products,
The Body Shop Australia worked with Climate Friendly to measure its greenhouse gas emissions and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint. Climate Friendly provided renewable energy certificates and offsets to match The Body Shop's electricity usage and flight emissions. The savings from switching to these programs allowed The Body Shop to invest in energy efficiency upgrades. To communicate its actions and engage customers and staff, The Body Shop partnered with Climate Friendly to launch a climate pledge competition called "Kick Climate Change" across its stores and marketing channels. The Body Shop's goal was to become carbon neutral and inspire others to take action on climate change.
This document discusses green business as a profitable tool. It outlines four pillars of green business: reuse, recycle, reduce, and redesign. It also lists criteria for a green business such as incorporating sustainability, supplying environmentally-friendly products/services, and having an enduring commitment to environmental principles. Potential areas of green business discussed include health/food, green transportation, green products/retail, and energy efficient homes/building.
1. The document discusses a project called Reducing Bills by Going Green that aims to help 13 museums in the region reduce energy, waste and water bills and minimize their environmental impact. It provides tips and case studies from an initial knowledge café meeting on improving sustainability efforts.
2. The first knowledge café highlighted common issues across museums like heat losses and identified priorities like motivating staff and improving heating controls. Top tips included using facts and domestic energy savings to encourage staff involvement and emphasizing monetary savings.
3. Support for sustainability efforts is available from organizations like Smarter Working West Midlands which offers free assistance on working practices and premises, and an energy buying group providing competitive energy rate quotes. Upcoming events and funding
The document discusses various ways to go green and live more sustainably, including eco-friendly fashion, influential environmentalists, green technologies, transportation, toys, architecture, and home improvements. Some highlights mentioned are organic clothing, electric and diesel-powered cars, architecture that aims to reduce environmental impact, and small changes like using efficient showerheads and native plants.
Responding to environmental problems has always been a no-win proposition for managers.
Help the environment and hurt your business, or irreparably harm your business while protecting
the earth. Recently, however, a new common wisdom has emerged that promises the ultimate reconciliation of environmental and economic concerns. In this new world, both business and the environment can win. Being green is no longer a cost of doing business; it is a catalyst for innovation, new market opportunity, and wealth creation.
The idea that a renewed interest in environmental management will result in increased profitability for business has widespread appeal. In a new green world, managers might redesign a product so that it uses fewer environmentally harmful or resource-depleting raw materials—an effort that if successful could result in cuts in direct manufacturing costs and inventory savings.
This new vision sounds great, yet it is highly unrealistic, say some experts. Environmental costs are skyrocketing at most companies, with little chance of economic payback in sight. Given this reality, they question whether “win-win” solutions should be the foundation of a company’s environmental strategy.
Ikea, building a sustainable supply chain Radu Acalfoaie
IKEA strategy is to control and coordinate the value chain from raw material, production and range development to distribution in the stores. Their vertical integration including the backward integration of the manufacturing arm Sweedwood and extension of their activities from furniture factories to control raw materials, saw mills, board suppliers and other component factories.
They have used life cycle analysis of products through the supply chain to determine purchasing, manufacturing and consumer strategies.
That makes the supply chain management one of the most important functions in the company and a triple-bottom-line approach has increased economic profit while reducing social and environmental loses.
IKEA triple-bottom-line approach consists from:
• Economy/profit
• Ecology/planet
• Equity/people
This document summarizes initiatives to promote sustainability across the NHS in Wales. It discusses measuring the NHS Wales carbon footprint, relevant policies and legislation, data reporting tools, and sharing best practices through the Welsh Health Environmental Forum. Key points covered include the 2016/17 carbon footprint of 733,185 tonnes of CO2e, using data to inform targets and policies, and tools for benchmarking like the Estates & Facilities Performance Management System.
Green-O-Tech India is a waste paper recycling company that has recycled over 200,000 kg of waste paper in the last two years from over 100 clients. Their mission is to convert waste into wealth by collecting waste paper, recycling it into stationery products, and planting a tree for every 100 kg of paper recycled as part of their clients' green initiatives. Recycling waste paper saves thousands of trees and tons of carbon compared to producing new paper products.
Kigali | Sep-15 | SVI Energy Innovation ChallengeSmart Villages
By James Ogingo, Clifford Owino
To help collect and distil the knowledge and experience from the last 15 months of engagement in East Africa, a concluding workshop was held in Kigali, Rwanda. The workshop brought together over 40 government representatives and other key stakeholders from across the region to share information on progress and remaining challenges, and to reflect on lessons learned.
More info: http://e4sv.org/events/east-africa-workshop/
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts Environmental presentation 2010Ashley Norman
The document discusses the environmental certifications and awards that the Aruba Bucuti Beach Resort has received since 1997. It outlines the resort's efforts to reduce water and electricity consumption and promote sustainability, such as installing water-saving fixtures, solar panels, and energy-efficient appliances. The resort also recycles and reuses materials, uses environmentally-friendly cleaning products, and engages in other green practices and community initiatives.
Green business refers to businesses that have minimal negative environmental impacts and engage in sustainable practices. Key aspects of green businesses include green consumers who buy eco-friendly products, governments that encourage environmental policies, and businesses implementing the three R's of environmentalism: reduce, reuse, and recycle. While going green provides benefits like increased revenue and cost savings, barriers include perceptions of lower quality green products and difficulties identifying truly green options. Successful green businesses think green in all aspects by employing work from home policies, using sustainable packaging and servers, and promoting their brands' environmental efforts.
The document discusses green products and sustainable companies. It defines green products as those that protect the environment from pollution and use natural rather than artificial ingredients. Some benefits of green products mentioned include conserving energy, preserving wealth, reducing toxins, and creating a clean environment with no side effects. Several companies are highlighted as examples of those producing green products, including Rebinder (office supplies with zero waste), personal care item makers that use recycling, Reyka Vodka (made sustainably from glacial water), and Maggie's Organic Clothes. Other green products discussed are laundry detergents with no pollutants, organic cotton sheets, healthy low-emission paint, energy-efficient light bulbs, and shower heads that
Businesses can adopt green practices to help the environment and reduce costs. There are many options for businesses large and small, from switching to sustainable energy sources to implementing office recycling and encouraging more efficient energy use among employees. Specific green business strategies mentioned include going paperless, purchasing energy efficient equipment, setting up recycling bins, allowing casual dress codes or working from home some days, and investing in sustainable energy providers for new buildings.
Exciting times for business: the value of farm carbon footprinting up the sup...Farming Futures
This document discusses why an individual's carbon footprint matters. It notes that consumers are increasingly concerned about sustainability and the environment. Many companies are taking steps to reduce their carbon emissions in response to this consumer demand. Reducing carbon footprints also makes financial sense as farmers with lower emissions have lower costs of production. The entire supply chain from farm to consumer must work together to lower carbon footprints in order to remain competitive and defend against potential criticism of their environmental impacts.
Eco-friendly products are designed to minimize environmental impact. They are non-toxic, use sustainably sourced materials, and are biodegradable. However, some companies falsely label products as eco-friendly through "greenwashing". True eco-friendly products are approved by organizations like the EPA. While consumers support eco-products, many barriers like availability, affordability and performance prevent widespread adoption. Government eco-labeling programs and educated green consumers are helping drive demand for genuinely sustainable products.
Rapanui Clothing was established in 2008 by two brothers to provide sustainable and ethical clothing options. They use organic and eco-friendly textiles in their clothing line as well as maintaining a low carbon supply chain. Rapanui Clothing has experienced 300% year-over-year growth and has expanded beyond clothing to include organic coffee and a retail outlet. Their goal is to empower consumers and businesses to make more sustainable choices and reduce their environmental impact through transparency around their supply chain and sustainability practices.
Some eco friendly products and their non- eco-friendly counter parts a compar...Amit Singh
Some Eco-friendly products and their non- Eco-friendly counter parts : A Comparison
CONTENT
What is eco-friendly product?
Why to use eco-friendly products?
A comparison of some Eco-friendly products and their non- Eco-friendly counter parts-
Paper bags and Plastic bags
LED bulbs and Incandescent bulb
Natural gas and Petroleum
Some Electrical Appliances
The document discusses why an eco-friendly atmosphere is needed and provides principles and examples of being eco-friendly, which include respecting God's creation, reusing and reducing harmful pollution, replacing non-green products with green ones, taking responsibility, and recycling using recyclable green products. Specific actions mentioned are turning off electronics when not in use, repainting walls with reflective paint to save energy, and using inverters and solar power as alternatives to air conditioners which are bad for the environment. The document encourages developing an eco-friendly mindset.
In this presentation some of the energy efficient products are being presented and some of the manufacturing techniques and processes are being discussed to create energy efficient products,
The Body Shop Australia worked with Climate Friendly to measure its greenhouse gas emissions and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint. Climate Friendly provided renewable energy certificates and offsets to match The Body Shop's electricity usage and flight emissions. The savings from switching to these programs allowed The Body Shop to invest in energy efficiency upgrades. To communicate its actions and engage customers and staff, The Body Shop partnered with Climate Friendly to launch a climate pledge competition called "Kick Climate Change" across its stores and marketing channels. The Body Shop's goal was to become carbon neutral and inspire others to take action on climate change.
This document discusses green business as a profitable tool. It outlines four pillars of green business: reuse, recycle, reduce, and redesign. It also lists criteria for a green business such as incorporating sustainability, supplying environmentally-friendly products/services, and having an enduring commitment to environmental principles. Potential areas of green business discussed include health/food, green transportation, green products/retail, and energy efficient homes/building.
1. The document discusses a project called Reducing Bills by Going Green that aims to help 13 museums in the region reduce energy, waste and water bills and minimize their environmental impact. It provides tips and case studies from an initial knowledge café meeting on improving sustainability efforts.
2. The first knowledge café highlighted common issues across museums like heat losses and identified priorities like motivating staff and improving heating controls. Top tips included using facts and domestic energy savings to encourage staff involvement and emphasizing monetary savings.
3. Support for sustainability efforts is available from organizations like Smarter Working West Midlands which offers free assistance on working practices and premises, and an energy buying group providing competitive energy rate quotes. Upcoming events and funding
The document discusses various ways to go green and live more sustainably, including eco-friendly fashion, influential environmentalists, green technologies, transportation, toys, architecture, and home improvements. Some highlights mentioned are organic clothing, electric and diesel-powered cars, architecture that aims to reduce environmental impact, and small changes like using efficient showerheads and native plants.
Responding to environmental problems has always been a no-win proposition for managers.
Help the environment and hurt your business, or irreparably harm your business while protecting
the earth. Recently, however, a new common wisdom has emerged that promises the ultimate reconciliation of environmental and economic concerns. In this new world, both business and the environment can win. Being green is no longer a cost of doing business; it is a catalyst for innovation, new market opportunity, and wealth creation.
The idea that a renewed interest in environmental management will result in increased profitability for business has widespread appeal. In a new green world, managers might redesign a product so that it uses fewer environmentally harmful or resource-depleting raw materials—an effort that if successful could result in cuts in direct manufacturing costs and inventory savings.
This new vision sounds great, yet it is highly unrealistic, say some experts. Environmental costs are skyrocketing at most companies, with little chance of economic payback in sight. Given this reality, they question whether “win-win” solutions should be the foundation of a company’s environmental strategy.
Ikea, building a sustainable supply chain Radu Acalfoaie
IKEA strategy is to control and coordinate the value chain from raw material, production and range development to distribution in the stores. Their vertical integration including the backward integration of the manufacturing arm Sweedwood and extension of their activities from furniture factories to control raw materials, saw mills, board suppliers and other component factories.
They have used life cycle analysis of products through the supply chain to determine purchasing, manufacturing and consumer strategies.
That makes the supply chain management one of the most important functions in the company and a triple-bottom-line approach has increased economic profit while reducing social and environmental loses.
IKEA triple-bottom-line approach consists from:
• Economy/profit
• Ecology/planet
• Equity/people
This document summarizes initiatives to promote sustainability across the NHS in Wales. It discusses measuring the NHS Wales carbon footprint, relevant policies and legislation, data reporting tools, and sharing best practices through the Welsh Health Environmental Forum. Key points covered include the 2016/17 carbon footprint of 733,185 tonnes of CO2e, using data to inform targets and policies, and tools for benchmarking like the Estates & Facilities Performance Management System.
Sustainable Times Issue 7
According to Kyocera’s latest Sustainability survey, office
workers printed 40% fewer pages last year – the first fall
since the survey began in 2007. This is impressive, but not
unexpected: indeed, it’s more surprising that this is the first time a fall has been registered.
Eco-Friendly Manufacturing and Packaging & Eco-Friendly BusinessJithin Omanakuttan
This document discusses various topics related to eco-friendly business practices, including eco-friendly manufacturing, packaging, marketing, and initiatives. It defines key terms like cradle-to-cradle design, green festivals, and environmental choice programs. The document encourages incorporating sustainability into business operations to help the environment while benefiting the bottom line.
Green launching: 7 principles to Connect Growth & Sustainability Standard Deviation
This Earth day, we wanted to inspire more businesses to 'Green Launch’ and are releasing a toolkit to help entrepreneurs think of sustainability as a driver for growth rather than a complex nice-to-have.
Click here to download toolkit and workshop templates: https://standard-deviation.co/#green-launching
Join the conversation on Instagram @wedeviate
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices BSBSUS201 - Powerpo...JuanPulgarn3
This document discusses participating in environmentally sustainable work practices. It covers a range of topics related to sustainability including the environmental issues at the earth, national and local levels. Specific issues that businesses can impact like electricity use, climate change, waste production, and packaging are discussed. The need to measure resource use and reduce environmental hazards is also covered. Activities are included throughout to engage the reader in applying the concepts to their own work or industry.
The document discusses the proposed Discovery Centre at Wentworth Point and its focus on sustainability. The three key aspects of the Discovery Centre's sustainable design are:
1. Using solar panels to generate electricity and power the Centre's lighting, appliances, and other energy needs in an eco-friendly way.
2. Installing many windows and skylights to reduce the need for electrical lighting and heating by maximizing natural light.
3. Planting trees around the Centre to produce oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide, provide shade, and improve air quality, while inspiring the community to do the same.
In this day and age, it's easier for your business to go green. There are so many ways you can do this and we have gathered some ideas to take into consideration.
The document provides descriptions of 16 sustainable products and services nominated for an award, including Cityhop which provides hourly car rentals to reduce individual ownership, Darlings which matches cleaners to clients online, and EKOKIT which produces compact sustainable housing designs shipped in containers.
May is Energy Saving Month in South Africa, when citizens are obligated to reduce energy consumption to avoid future shortages. The document provides tips to save electricity and fuel, such as taking showers instead of baths, switching off appliances when not in use, and maintaining proper tire pressure. HP advocates for sustainable technology and offers ENERGY STAR qualified products that meet energy efficiency guidelines to save money and the environment without sacrificing performance.
Clubenerji, an energy conservation club brings about a first-hand realization of the energy crisis in cities across India through the enterprise and creativity of our youth. This club comprises of Schools and Schoolchildren, is formed to spark off a youth initiative for curbing energy-wastage through various active measures. Here you can check out the mini energy conservation program designed by Clubenerji for school kids.
Green Wall Designs and Examples. Interior and Exterior Landscaping Green Wallsduncanimhoff
Hoffman Design Group offers interior and exterior green wall services for corporate or residential clients. Find out why green walls are a great idea and view some examples of green wall landscaping in this slide presentation by http://www.hoffmandesigngroup.com
Interaction Design for Cleantech Innovation Rask07ab
Rikke expresses low awareness of cleantech possibilities in her home, though she has installed a motion-sensing kitchen light. She recycles and limits consumption.
Peter from Nilfisk Advance explains their "Green meets Clean" strategy focuses on efficient, sustainable cleaning products and reducing energy, water and detergent use. At headquarters, they use 1/3 normal lighting and collect rainwater.
The Kalundborg Symbiosis believes it has created a natural recycling system where one industry's waste becomes another's raw material, benefiting the environment and economy. It now shares its knowledge to help other areas develop sustainably.
The document provides tips for businesses to save money and be more environmentally friendly, including providing reusable cups, replacing light bulbs with energy efficient ones, creating an energy policy, recycling, using recycled office furniture and appliances, installing solar panels, asking for an energy audit, using ductless air conditioning and spray insulation, choosing a green web host, and more. It also discusses the benefits of organic food, including that it tastes better and has richer colors due to being allowed to fully ripen, has an extended longevity since it doesn't travel as far, and there is speculation that GMOs may cause health risks. Ways to affordably shop organic include purchasing from local farmers markets and growing your own food.
Cannon Hygiene offers environmentally friendly hygiene solutions that reduce waste and promote sustainability, such as recycling mats and using closed-loop recycling for nylon products. They work with waste partners to divert materials from landfill using technologies like refuse derived fuel. Cannon also reduces packaging for products like soap dispensers. Their products, like a natural germicide and efficient hand dryers, are better for the environment and reduce costs. Cannon takes a comprehensive approach to hygiene to meet customer needs while supporting social responsibility and sustainable practices.
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It’s not easy
being green –
but it could be a
worthwhile move
for your business,
as Helen Bird
discovers from
our eco-friendly
experts.
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In September last year, the EU announced
proposals to ban high-powered hairdryers;
a move that would have a huge potential
impact on the hair industry. The plans were
revealed as part of its energy efficiency
directive that aims to tackle climate
change.
Former National Hairdressers’ Federation
president Mark Corary described the plans
as “ill thought-out”, claiming they would
not result in reduced energy consumption.
“The more powerful, the faster the
blowdry – it’s as simple as that,” he said at
the time.
But, while most hairdressers would
agree with the statement, there’s no
denying that the industry is a highly
energy-intensive one. Happily, there are
measures that can be taken – both by
individual stylists and businesses as a
whole – to become more energy-efficient,
kinder to the environment and, ultimately,
more profitable.
ecohaven
Award-winning Élan Hair Design in
Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, decided to go
the whole hog with its energy-saving
efforts. Three years ago, the family-
run salon underwent a complete eco-
friendly refurbishment. From 40 percent
reconstituted floor to solar thermal panels,
the £250,000 refit took every element of
the business and turned it green.
Manager Lauren Milton tells Salon
Business the move was a no-brainer. A
meeting with renowned salon designer
Charlie Hearn, in which he mentioned the
benefits of LED lighting planted the seed,
it seems. “The more we looked into it,
the more we could see that we had really
high energy use in the salon, and there
were a lot of places where we could make
a difference,” she says.
Upon hearing from a local business about
Energy Saving Scotland, the Élan team
approached the organisation with its plans
and walked away with an £87,000 interest-
free loan towards the project. The rest was
funded from within the business, which
has been running since 1971.
When it came to the refurbishment,
the salon certainly took the ‘go hard or
go home’ approach, to the point where
every last detail can be seen through
green-tinted glasses. For example, Élan
became one of the first British hair salons
to compost hair waste, recycle foils and
install carbon-neutral furniture. “We took
it step by step and everything we could
make a change to, we did,” says Lauren.
reapingresults
Taking a similarly resourceful approach,
Anne Veck opened her Oxford eco salon
in October 2013. In a bid to reduce the
carbon footprint of both her business and
her clients, Anne invested in state-of-the
art innovations for the salon: ceramic fuel
technology can reduce energy use by half,
converting gas to electricity, while a heat
exchange system provides hot water at
the backwashes.
And her efforts have not gone unnoticed.
The salon was nominated for British
Hairdressing Business Awards in 2013 and
2014, while its sister salon was selected
as one of three businesses to be awarded
government Green Deal funding for
environmental improvements.
Tangible results are also reported by
Lauren: Élan has seen a 25 percent
increase in new clients, which has had a
hugely positive impact on turnover and
profits. And, like Anne Veck, the salon’s
profile has increased through local and
industry award recognition. “A lot of
clients get to know about us because
we’ve won a lot of awards, so it’s a good
way to get our name out there,” says
Lauren.
smartthinking
Salons aren’t the only businesses
thinking green. Most product and
equipment brands are now recognising
the importance of eco-friendliness and
the value that consumers are increasingly
placing on it, evolving their ranges to meet
this demand.
Aveda is a name long associated with
nature and the environment, with an
ethos to match. Darren Potter, the brand’s
general manager for the UK and Ireland,
says that, despite it being a relatively
recent concern for consumers and salons,
caring for the environment has always
been a priority for Aveda. “These days,
the greater focus on the state of the
environment has led consumers to enquire
more into their own impact on the planet’s
resources and to question the companies
they support and the safety of the
products they use,” he says.
The more we
LOOKEDinto it, the
more we COULDSEE
that we had really
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the salon, and THERE
were a lot of places
where we could
make a
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Organic Colour Systems was created to
satisfy the growing ingredients-conscious
client. With natural and certified organic
ingredients that make up a very effective
colour range, this a brand to watch.
Other essential products that have come
a long way in helping salons to reduce
their carbon footprint, and which many
businesses have embraced, include single-
use, biodegradable towels. Brands such
as Easydry allow energy and water use
to be reduced, while saving laundry time.
Colouring products have also gone green
(not literally!) – Matrix, for example, offers
ammonia-free Colorinsider, which Anne
Veck uses in her eco salon.
And for stylists with ingredients-conscious
clients, the retail opportunities are more
abundant than ever. Wella Professionals
has recently launched ‘free-of’ product
range Elements, while Davines has
developed the eco-friendly Minu range for
coloured hair.
It seems that, as Darren points out:
“Beauty is the result, but also the process
used in pursuing that result.”
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Whether embarking on an entire eco-
friendly refit or choosing small, financially
viable steps as a starting point, all salon
owners and their staff have the power to
make a difference (see box).
Lauren recommends installing LED lighting
as an easy and relatively low-cost way
to save energy immediately, as well as
“making sure you’re recycling properly”.
“We were lucky enough that we could
do it all at the same time,” she says. “If
a good number of salons did some of
what we do then it would make a huge
difference.”
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FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO BUSINESSES LOOKING TO UP
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MEASURES. CONTACT THEM TO FIND OUT WHETHER
YOUR BUSINESS COULD ACCESS FUNDING SUPPORT.
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[BRITISHGAS.CO.UK] TO SEE WHETHER THEY’RE
ELIGIBLE FOR ITS ENERGY EFFICIENCY FUND.
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Davide Bollati, chairman of sustainable salon
brand Davines, offers these selected steps
towards eco-friendliness:
USE RENEWABLE ENERGY – On average, you
save 600g of CO2 per kilowatt of electricity
consumed when you use renewable energy,
as opposed to energy deriving from fossil
fuels. Contact your local utility company for
more information.
MAKE LIGHTING SMART – Choose light bulbs
marked CFL [compact fluorescent lights].
They last 10 times longer and use 66 percent
less energy than incandescent bulbs.
CLEAN THE WINDOWS – Make the most of the
natural light and reduce your electricity bill
by keeping the salon’s windows clean. The
natural light is ideal for reading your clients’
colour too.
INVEST IN SOLAR PANELS – If possible, install
solar panels to produce your own energy.
INSTALL AUTOMATIC HEATING AND COOLING –
By setting the thermostat just 2 degrees
centigrade lower in winter and regulating for
a temperature 2 degrees centigrade higher
in summer, a salon can reduce its CO2
emissions by 499 kg annually.
RECYCLE – Equip your salon with recycling
bins for paper, plastics, glass, hair-colouring
tubes and foils for mèches.
OFFER RECYCLING DISCOUNTS – For every
product container brought back to the salon,
why not apply a discount to your client’s next
product purchase?
TAKE PART IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS – Look
into organisations that allow you to donate
hair for environmental clean-up projects.
DECORATE SUSTAINABLY – If possible, consider
using as many recycled or repurposed
materials as possible for furniture and décor,
especially if you can support local companies
doing so.
SAVE WATER – Always turn off the tap when
massaging in products during a hair wash
and have a flow reducer fitted: this is an
inexpensive device that can reduce your
water bill by 50%p percent.
FAREWELL TO PAPER – You don't need paper
invitations and flyers: just use email and
social media.
GET CLOSER TO NATURE – With just a little
space [indoors and outdoors] you can create
an organic herb garden. Use the herbs to
make your own teas or herbal water for your
clients.
TRAIN YOUR STAFF – Arrange monthly
meetings to train your staff about
consumption.
BE ECO-CHIC – Are you fashion-minded? Try
organising ‘eco-chic’ evenings periodically
and ask your clients to bring clothes or
accessories that they don’t use any more to
swap with other clients. Free shopping!
TURN TO AN IPAD WORKSTATION – Use an
iPad at each workstation to manage client
appointments and other information. It’s
more efficient and will save a lot of paper.
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