December 21, 2020

5 Ways to Save on Business Expenses and Go Green

December 21, 2020/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Samantha Higgins

Every entrepreneur looks to spend as little as possible for the running of their business. Going green has been hailed as one of the best ways to cut business expenses significantly. However, some business owners do not yet understand what "going green" involves and are still wallowing in a sea of unnecessary costs.

Don’t worry if that sounds like you because today, we’ll show you five ways to save money while you are trying to go green.

September 24, 2020

Eco-Minded Entrepreneurship: 7 Leading Green Business Ideas

September 24, 2020/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Chloe Taylor

If you’ve always dreamt about preserving the environment or even spearheading the efforts of waste management, toxic waste reduction and greenhouse gas emission reduction, this year is the perfect time to start your journey. Modern social and political environments, with all of their flaws and drawbacks, have actually proven to be full of opportunities for ambitious eco-entrepreneurs across the globe. An ever-greater number of people are creating sustainable businesses that not only benefit the environment but offer more jobs every year. Let’s take a look at some of the best and most innovative ecological business ideas.

March 11, 2020

The Future is Green—3 Inspiring Business Stories About Making a Difference

March 11, 2020/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Francesca Moretti

March is B-Corp month, and to celebrate, B Lab is pushing its Vote Every Day campaign to exciting new heights. That means that B-Corps around the world are gearing up to highlight all the fantastic ways they are making a difference both socially and environmentally, while engaging consumers in forward-thinking plans to build a greener future.

February 27, 2020

Sustainable Packaging is Sensible Packaging (Infographic)

February 27, 2020/ Kelly Pemberton

guest post by Max Bracken

Today’s environmentally-conscious consumers expect businesses to show a strong commitment to sustainable practices. Read this guide to learn how you can boost your green credentials through packaging design.

In the age of Extinction Rebellions and zero-waste homes, many of the world’s most recognised brands are placing environmentally-friendly at the centre of their policies. For many companies, packaging design represents the best way of improving their sustainability. Not only will committing to sustainable packaging allow you to help combat climate change, but it may also greatly enhance your company’s reputation and profits.

February 12, 2020

8 Tips for Making Your Business Space More Energy Efficient

February 12, 2020/ Kelly Pemberton

guest post by Chloe Taylor

Being energy efficient is important for any business these days. Maintaining maximum productivity without increasing emissions is a challenge; however not all companies manage to find optimal solutions. Here are some tested and proven ways to increase energy efficiency in a commercial environment.

August 13, 2019

Tips For An Eco-Friendly Business Facility

August 13, 2019/ Kelly Pemberton

guest post by Dan Dulik

The primary reason for going green is to reduce our environmental impact and help keep the planet healthy. However, many business leaders can find it difficult to see the bigger picture and wrap their heads around the long-term ramifications of these initiatives. Fortunately, eco-friendly facilities provide a number of benefits that companies can experience almost immediately. Improving a building’s energy efficiency can reduce consumption of utilities and lead to lower overhead costs, for example. Making better use of natural light — by opening window blinds or installing skylights — can have a positive impact on employee morale while also saving lighting costs.

February 17, 2019

Eco-Friendly Tips That Can Save Your Business Money

February 17, 2019/ Kelly Pemberton

Guest post by Robert S. Miller

There are many reasons your business may be trying to go green. First and foremost, you may be concerned about the lasting impact your company’s activities will have on the environment. You may be interested in recent technological advancements that make it easier to reduce your ecological footprint. You also may be looking to take advantage of the positive associations consumers have with eco-conscious brands.

March 11, 2018

5 Reasons Why Going Green Will Futureproof Your Business

March 11, 2018/ Kelly Pemberton

guest post by Jane Rodinson

With the environment consciously being at the forefront of people’s minds currently, going green is perhaps the most important things businesses should consider. And, with added efficiency comes extra benefits, futureproofing your business being one of them. Here’s why.