GO GREEN

THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN FOR AN ESSAY COMPETITION BY MY SON ARSHAAD AND HAD WON THE 3RD PRIZE.

Recycling paper is the first and a simple step in going green ; upto 60% of office waste produced in the UAE is paper waste, including writing paper,newspaper and ,magazines.

Mineral Water Company MASAFI, for instance has an ongoing plastic- recycling campaign in 30 schools across the UAE.Bins to collect used plastic bottles are placed next to dispenser and the processed plastic is then sold to 180 certified dealers for non-food recycled plastic applications.

Energy efficiency is also an area where reduced consumption is beneficial.Ex---switching off computers when not in use and using sunlight for illuminating work areas.

Water efficiency is a must here. With the rising cost of water, it makes sense to conserve water usage. A leaking tap can waste 10,000 litres of water in a year (fix it immediately).

Cleaning supplies is another area with healthier and cheaper choices. Use white vinegar rather than commercial cleaning spray is one such cost saving switch business can make.