What is sustainability?
The most widely quoted definition is attributed to the 1987 Report of the World Commission on Environment and Development – that sustainability means "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."
Visioneer is uniquely positioned to help customers reduce their carbon footprint. Scanning is a green technology and by digitizing documents, they can be shared in electronic form rather than sharing via fax, reprinting or copying.
Other things you can do to make your office and life more “green”:
Eliminate unnecessary photocopying and reuse packaging for shipping
Improve insulation and install timers to turn lights off automatically
Encourage e-mailing. When paper is necessary, photocopy on both sides and use old letterhead for scratch.
Tell suppliers that you're interested in sustainable products and set specific goals for buying recycled, refurbished, or used. Make the environment, and not just price, a factor when purchasing.
Create a team to lead the company's eco-efforts and determine where you can have the biggest impact for the least amount of money.
Inform suppliers and customers about your efforts. And get in touch with local regulatory agencies, many of which offer financial incentives to businesses that clean up their acts.
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What is sustainability?