New Era IT is a strong advocate of the sustainable business practice and ensures that at every opportunity the social, economic and environmental aspects of its own business and others are considered.
We have to start acting individually and collectively to take better care of our earth. New Era IT does this in a number of ways, including introducing resource saving tools such as eco|Driver
Reduce
- Read the newspaper and magazine articles on the Internet.
- Cut down on the use of noxious chemicals, such as solvent-based cleaners and use eco-friendly alternatives.
- Utilise internet for all bill payments and banking. Request bank statements online or via email.
- Walk, cycle, car pool or use public transport to get to and from work when able.
Recycle
- Use recycled paper products.
- Take your own reusable bags to the grocery store.
- Recycle all glass, plastics and paper. Reuse envelopes and paper twice - front and back.
Conserve Energy
- Turn off all switches at the wall when not needed as this results in a 10% drain on your power.
- Purchase as much local produce as possible as energy used to freight is costly on the environment.
- look for energy ratings on electrical appliances
Green ICT is good for all of us
IT professionals are sometimes surprised to learn that environmental sustainability and financial sustainability are not mutually exclusive.
The fact is, there are a number of IT solutions available today that deliver significant savings through a combination of energy conservation, improved workflow, and streamlined deployment.
Concerns about the economy coupled with unpredictable energy prices are increasing pressure to bring operating costs down. Meanwhile, unprecedented public awareness of environmental issues means there's a "social dividend" to be gained by companies that go green, including being able to attract great talent.