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Saving energy makes
good business sense
Many
companies think of energy as a fixed overhead
but saving energy is actually one of the easiest
ways to reduce costs and improve your
reputation.
Save money
Simply by switching machines off after
use, or turning the heating down in warm
weather, you can make real savings on your
energy bill. And just reducing it by 20% could
add the same amount to your profits as a 5%
increase in sales.
Enhance your
reputation
Increasing numbers of consumers and
business customers will now only buy from, or
invest in, companies with environmentally
friendly policies and production methods.
By demonstrating a commitment to reducing
carbon emissions, you will increase your appeal
in the market and attract a wider customer base.
Encourage more people to come and
work for you
People don’t just want to buy from
socially responsible businesses; they also want
to work for them. So you will also increase your
appeal in the recruitment market, and stay an
employer of choice.
Stay ahead of government regulation
With climate change so high on the
political agenda, we are likely to see more
initiatives like the Climate
Change Levy and the
Emissions Trading Scheme, as well as
tighter building regulations.
Being prepared for these changes now will
save you time and money when they are
introduced. Plus, if you start saving energy
straight away, you will immediately reduce the
levy on your energy bill. |
