With Earth Day right around the corner, it is time to start thinking of ways your business can be more Eco-friendly. This is a trend among business leaders. However, only 60% of companies actually have a sustainability strategy. It's time to start thinking about how you can reduce your environmental impact! Read on for some awesome suggestions on how you can make your small business more sustainable.

Donate Supplies

Earth Day is right around the time for spring cleaning! This concept can be applied to your business. Getting rid of unwanted supplies, unused products or even older worn-down items can be a great way to declutter your space. It is also the best opportunity to donate, and reduce further waste.

There are multiple benefits to donating items. The first is that it reduces the impact of waste disposal. It also saves on the raw materials it would take to make those goods you no longer use. One of the most important benefits though is that it supports the local community. There are many non-profit organizations that want your unused goods, and some of them even pick them up for you!

Give Employees Sustainable Supplies!

Showing your employees that your business is making the change to be more sustainable and encouraging them to do so is very impactful. It brings sustainability outside the workplace and builds eco-friendly habits within your employees. This also seems to be a trend that employees look for in the workplace. The vast majority of employees (75%) want more environmentally friendly workplaces.

These could be sustainably made uniforms, workwear or hats, reusable bags. or reusable water bottles. This is also an opportunity to advertise your business. Products that you give away to employees and customers can be printed with your logo to building brand awareness for your business.

Source Sustainable Products

When it comes to shopping for office supplies or even services, support those businesses and brands that are already making a positive impact on the environment. There are so many different industries that can supply you with goods and services that were made or provided sustainably. Simply switching up what you use, can still have a positive impact on the environment. 

Interested in going a step further?

Do you think your business is already meeting the standards of environmental sustainability? You can look into getting certifications, such as a B Corp Certification, which is for companies that already practice sustainability!

There are also programs like the Green Business Bureau Program that can help you with tools and assessments to make your business go green! Don't be afraid to showcase that you've made an effort to be more sustainable, you might end up inspiring another business to go green!

Interested in using sustainable products in your business marketing? Plain Insane Graphix has some awesome clothing and hat brands that provide alternative products, including Richardson, New Era, Port and Company and Ogio. Click here to see more.

Give Employees Sustainable Supplies!

Showing your employees that your business is making the change to be more sustainable and encouraging them to do so is very impactful. It brings sustainability outside the workplace and builds eco-friendly habits within your employees. This also seems to be a trend that employees look for in the workplace. The vast majority of employees (75%) want more environmentally friendly workplaces.

These could be sustainably made uniforms, workwear or hats, reusable bags. or reusable water bottles. This is also an opportunity to advertise your business. These products that you give, can have a logo printed on them, building brand awareness for your business.

Source Sustainable Products

When it comes to shopping for office supplies or even services, support those businesses and brands that are already making a positive impact on the environment. There are so many different industries that can supply you with goods and services that were made or provided sustainably. Simply switching up what you use, can still have a positive impact on the environment. 

Interested in going a step further?

Do you think your business is already meeting the standards of environmental sustainability? You can look into getting certifications, such as a B Corp Certification, which is for companies that already practice sustainability!

There are also programs like the Green Business Bureau Program that can help you with tools and assessments to make your business go green!

Don't be afraid to showcase that you've made an effort to be more sustainable, you might end up inspiring another business to go green!

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Interested in using sustainable products in your business marketing? Plain Insane Graphix has some awesome clothing and hat brands that provide alternative products, including Richardson, New Era, Port and Company and Ogio. Click here to see more.