Getting Greener

We’re getting greener by the day. In January of 2009, SimDevGroup implemented improvements to reduce overall global waste. This includes waste from travel, office waste, program waste, and other sources. We’ve made huge improvements. We found that not only is this good for the environment, much of it is a big cost savings which is great for our customers as well. This is one of those rare win-win-win scenarios. Many thanks to Bill for taking this on and developing the program. So far, so good.

Some of ways we’re reducing waste:

Office Waste Reduction:

• Paper reduction- We’ve reduced paper by over 50%
• Successful switch to all Energy-Star compliant LCD displays
• Recycling laser toner cartridges
• Sharing less office space with European style open air layouts
• Biking to work rewards program- almost all of bike at least once a week
• Computer equipment recycling
• Overhead lights dim or off. We use natural light now

Travel Waste Reduction:

• Encouraging less travel- We’ve reduced travel by over 50%! Care for a video conference?
• Utilizing public transportation when traveling
• Re-using towels when in the hotels (if possible)

Program Waste Reduction:

• Printing 50% less at programs
• LCD projectors when possible
• Smaller/lighter equipment shipping containers

As mentioned above, most of the above has also reduced reoccurring costs which is great for everyone. If you have any other ideas for ways to reduce waste, feel free to drop us an email or make a comment.

Cheers to going green!