Here are some ways to go green in and around the workplace. 1. More Work, Less Energy- For most indoor workers the computer is the central device and settings can be optimised to save energy. Setting your computer to an energy saving setting and shutting them down over night and save a lot of power and energy. Unplug the computer at night when you leave the office.

2. Digitise- Although in the digital age many workplaces still have apper materials used on a daily basis. Notes, files in filing cabinets and documents are still in paper form and are usually thrown out over time. Try and keep everything as digital as possible. Don’t print or write unnecessary documents. The more you can do online or on computer technology, the better.

3. Don’t Be a Paper Pusher- when buying printer paper for the office look for recycled paper that has a high percentage of post-consumer content and minimum chlorine bleaching. Recycled paper takes up a lot of energy in itself, so it is best to look for this option. Also print on both sides for note paper or choose a printer that has a double sided option.

4. Greening the Commute- driving to work is time consuming and the build up of cars on the roads adds to the already existing carbon dioxide in the environment. Ease some of this strain by car-pooling, taking public transport, riding your bike, walking or combining the above. Hybrid vehicles or scooters use less fuel than the average car, so if you need to drive try and use these vehicles.

5. Green Sleeves- try purchasing cheap or second hand clothes. If you buy them new, try and get clothing made from organic or recycled fibres. Avoid spending money on clothes that need to be dry cleaned or find a green dry cleaner.

6. Work From Home- use instant messaging, video conferencing and the like to communicate from home. This will save you driving to work in terms of time, money and the environment.

7. Use Green Materials- use eco-friendly materials. Aside from paper you can purchase a variety of recycled products like pens, pencils, cloth towels and biodegradable cleaners.

8. Lunch Time- bringing your lunch to work in a reusable container is the greenest and healthiest way to eat lunch at work. When you purchase food, the packaging goes into waste adding more to our large landfill. If you do have to order out, try ordering in a big group or place it in a re-useable container.