The following are some low cost ideas to increase sustainability in the workplace:

• Turn off computer equipment at the end of each day
• Enable Energy Star functions on office electronic equipment, such as computers and printers, so that equipment ?goes to sleep? after a set period of inaction
• Install timers on equipment such as water boilers and chillers so they don?t operate after hours
• Set timers on lighting and air-conditioning systems
• Consider sensors on security lights so they are activated only with movement
• Set printing to default double sided (duplex printing)
• Set default black and white printing as opposed to colour
• Use non-disposable mugs
• Bring lunch from home or re-use take away containers
• Set up a worm farm for organic waste
• Use recycled paper
• Purchase Green Power
• Encourage car pooling and bicycle use
• Reduce energy consumption by checking www.energyrating.gov.au when purchasing new electric appliances
• Install tap aerators and dual flush toilets to reduce water consumption
• Adjust air conditioning thermostats to 24 - 26 degrees
• Be proud of your workplace and strive to make it a pleasing environment