Increasingly organisations are recognising the
benefits of becoming serious about environmental management, such as:
Enhancing company image and market share
Improving public/community relations
Cutting costs
Improving staff morale & pride in the
company
Becoming a preferred employer.
Typically, waste minimisation will save the
company money – up to 1% of business turnover, either in extra profit
or cost reduction. Often poor housekeeping causes waste, such as leaking
taps, unnecessary lighting and heating.
Tips on how to get started:
Convince senior managers of the financial and
wider benefits.
Identify obvious areas of waste reduction and
target areas where immediate savings could be made.
Ask senior managers to write a Statement of
Commitment
Communicate it – through small
presentations, team briefings and management meetings.
Always ask staff for ideas and give positive
feedback on achievements.
Useful contact: Environment & Energy Helpline
0800 585794 ask for booklet ET30
About Tip for the Top
Tip for the Top is published in "Suffolk Business
Magazine" where Lina Hogg is a regular contributor.
