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We all know that being eco-friendly is fun and easy but for some reason there are some people that haven't caught on to this idea of saving the earth. Strange, yes, but pat yourself on the back for being a more earth friendly individual. You have decided to ride your bike whenever possible; you shop locally and use those cute reusable bags. Not only have you done this but you also shop for eco –friendly and fair trade products! You go you! But despite your efforts there is one place that probably hasn't fulfilled your eco-friendly dreams and that of course is your job. If you are an eco-minded person, listen up for some quick tips on how to green your not so green job.
1) Recycle: You may work for a place that doesn't recycle for whatever reason but don't let this stop you from doing your part to save the planet. If your place of work doesn't recycle start a recycling committee. As dorky as it sounds it will work! Find a few likeminded people and organize a recycle crew. Find a box to be used for recycling paper and each week trade off on who takes it home to be recycled with their personal recyclables. This way you are getting rid of those unwanted papers but still being the eco diva or divo that you always knew you wanted to be. Hey, you might even make a new friend!
2) Turn off the lights: You may work in an office that always has those huge lights on all the time. If it is at all possible turn those lights off and let the natural sunlight light up your office. This way you are cutting back on the energy needed to power them and refreshing your mind with some good old fashion sun. If this isn't a possibility ask if you can turn off some of the lights. Turning on only half of them will also cut down on energy use and still light up the office.
3) Recycled Paper: Many offices use a lot of paper and if you want to green your job, be sure to suggest using recycled paper. Recycled paper has the same quality as traditional paper but it is better for the environment. If you suggest this you will be making a big stride to making your office greener.
4) Car pool: If riding your bike to work is not an option or is becoming less of an option because of the cold weather that is approaching, suggest to car pool with people that live nearby. Sure, this could be awkward at first if you don't know the person that well but after a few car rides of awkward silence you will develop a relationship and an attitude for eco-friendly living. So, be brave and find that eco-friendly person in your office and ask them to jump in for a ride!
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