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By Stephanie Sylvester – CNS Contributor
MIAMI, Jun 07 2016 – A carbon footprint is the measurement of greenhouse gas emissions caused by a person, product, company, or location—and these gases cause climate change. There are direct and indirect sources of a carbon footprinting, measuring Greenhouse Gases (GHGs) or the amount of carbon dioxide that is emitted. Direct sources include burning fuel to use a stove or drive a car. Indirect sources include purchasing products from a company that uses fuel and energy to manufacture their product.
There are plenty of ways a person can reduce their direct carbon footprint—by eating local foods, choosing more plant-based foods over meat, driving less, and recycling. But as a consumer, you’re indirectly responsible the carbon footprint of the companies you choose to support. Here at Modernize, we respect eco-conscious companies who strive to bring excellent products and services to their customers while being mindful of our planet’s precious resources. Our readers seek these companies for their home improvement projects because style and function are meaningless if we don’t also have clean air to breathe and a healthy planet to inhabit.
How Companies Can Reduce Emissions
You can improve your indirect emission sources by choosing companies who make an effort to keep their carbon footprint low, by using responsible practices and considering the emissions released from their daily production and transportation of goods. Choosing eco-friendly materials and taking advantage of modern technology for the benefit of the planet and the company’s budget are a great place to start. Allowing employees to work from home reduces fuel consumption. Condensing the work week allows a company to use less energy to light and heat the office space. Even better for the environment, is a company that creates their own energy with solar panels. This benefits Earth, but is also in the company’s best interest, as their budget will improve with the savings. In the breakroom, companies can use energy efficient appliances and recycle as much waste as possible. Providing services such as a work gym or on-site childcare will reduce employee’s driving time and GHG emissions. Regarding the production and transportation of goods, companies should consider the efficiency of their production line and be sure to schedule deliveries in as few trips as possible. Some companies impose a minimum delivery amount or require that a truck be filled before heading to a destination.
Eco-Conscious Companies
You can decrease your own carbon indirect carbon footprint by supporting companies who are eco-conscious—especially when shopping for home decor and remodeling projects. Examples of eco-friendly products in the home improvement field include materials made from natural renewable resources such as bamboo flooring, or recycled products like countertops made from recycled glass.
When a third party is used to measure a company’s carbon footprint, consumers feel that they can trust the results. The Carbon Consulting Company can provide an assessment to measure direct and indirect emissions. The results of their assessment will allow your business to improve, leading more consumers who are concerned about the planet to choose your products or services. (www.Modernize.com)
