STORM DESIGN GOES GREEN
              ...are you doing your part for the environment?

Article posted on : 13/7/2007
By : Jesmond Darmanin

All the team at Storm Design is aware of the problems with the environment. Careless use of current technologies are leading to the deterioration of our precious planet. Therefore Storm Design has just launched the Go GREEN campaign, and is encouraging other companies and individuals to participate in this campaign.

It takes little to change the world!!
There are countless things you can do to save the planet from irreparable damage, however the basics of most of these tips is to save energy. Below you can find some simple tips that can be followed at home or at the office (with little or no lifestyle changes) to make the world a better place. We hope that you can find these tips helpful, and that companies and individuals implement those tips for a better environment, for us and future generations.

Environmental Tips:
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>	Clean your air conditioner filters often for optimal performance.
>	Don't set the temperature on very low temperatures, 25 Degrees should be just fine.
>	Leaving doors and windows open while using air conditioners is a hige waste of energy.
>	Turn off water heaters when they will be un-used for a long time.
>	Turn off un-needed lighting, even when leaving the room for a short time.
>	Turn off un-used appliances and devices in the office such as printers, scanners, computers, monitors, TV's etc...
>	Purchase new appliances/office equipment with ENERGY STAR labels. These consume less electricity (sometimes even 50% less) than older models.
>	Use compact fluorescent energy saving light bulbs to save money and energy.
>	Shut off electrical equipment in the evening when you leave the office.
>	Planting trees outside is a good idea to shade your home or office, it would also help to shade outdoor air conditioner units.
>	Use cold water instead of hot water when possible.
>	Copy and print on both sides of the paper when possible. Can save you up to 50% of paper cost!
>	To send memo's, do it by e-mail or setup and internet page for employees to read out.
>	Use e-mail as much as possible instead of post and fax corrispondence.
>	Use recycled paper and use discarded paper for rough. Recycle printer cartridges.
>	Use a glass or ceramic mug instead of disposable cups for coffee.
>	Invest in Solar systems, these usually pay off for themselves in a couple of years.
>	Walk or ride a bike whenever possible (and if the weather permits)
>	If you have a colleague that lives near you, you can decide to use one car instead of two, this has several advantages, less car pollution, less traffic and less fuel consume!
>	Check your car for oil or other leaks, and recycle motor oil.
>	Take your car to a car wash instead of washing it in the driveway.
>	Check and fix any water leaks.
>	Buy items in bulk when possible to reduce the packaging wasted.
>	Reuse items like bags and containers when possible.
>	Use cloth napkins instead of paper ones. Use reusable plates and utensils instead of disposable ones.
>	Buy rechargeable batteries for devices used frequently.
>	Reuse packaging cartons and shipping materials. Old newspapers make great packaging material.