So you have converted your own home to a green-friendly zone, and now you want to have the same positive impact at your workplace?

One of the best ways to start this process at work is to encourage your company to use environmentally friendly paper.

Every company uses paper on a daily basis – for note taking, printing, photocopying and other activities – and some companies use an unbelievably large amount of it.

Most people are not aware but there are actually several types of environmentally friendly paper available today.

The most highly recommended paper types are those produced from alternative fibres (hemp, kenaf, wheatstraw), and those sourced from ecologically managed pine or eucalypt plantations.

Some of the best recycled paper companies reside in Europe, but they are able to export their products internationally and savvy business owners will buy paper in bulk.

Beyond the office there are several ways to make your own recycled paper. You can start with a recycled paper kit (these can be bought on eBay), or if you are feeling confident you can use your own waste paper to make recycled product.

If you are unsure to go about it, do a quick internet search for recycled paper options and you will soon come across some useful instructions.