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Building the 'green' workplace There is a lot of talk of people being greener by changing their lifestyles and by making changes at home. But how many of us have tried to make a difference in the workplace? Over half the UK's energy is directly used in the workplace. UNISON has been pushing a green agenda for work and the UNISON website contains a section called Green UNISON. Here is a sample of some practical things from the site that you and your work mates can do: · Switch all computer equipment, appliances and machinery off when not in use for example at lunchtime. · Take the stairs not the lift-it is often quicker and you'll get fit too. Climbing six flights of stairs a day could result in a weight loss of nearly 18lbs a year! · Recycling is great but reducing waste is even better. Print on both sides of paper, don't unnecessarily print emails, re-use envelopes and think about other ways of reducing waste. · Consider a greener travel plan e.g. cycling, public transport and walking. Become a unison steward and raise environmental issues at work. For example UNISON stewards at Chesser House recently got an extension for the bike shed and are pushing to increase recycling in the building. To sign up to UNISON's environment at work network please send an email to greenunison@unison.co.uk Check out www.unison-scotland/greenworkplace for more details Luke Henderson |
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