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July 3, 2018 Business / Environment

How the Renewable Heat Incentive Scotland Can Help You

The Renewable Heat Incentive Scotland was introduced back in 2012 by the Government. There had been more and more calls for them to encourage renewable energy sources rather than more traditional ones. The scheme comes in two forms – domestic and non-domestic – and aims to get 12% of all heating in the UK coming from renewable energy in 2020. This is done through monetary incentives through companies such as Heat Pumps Scotland. You may already be eligible for this funding, or are looking to install a renewable energy source at your property. Here are the benefits of the RHI:

July 2, 2018 Environment

The Small Things that Go a Long Way in Saving the Planet

There are no two ways about it, our planet has limited natural resources. However, the earth’s population continues to rise – meaning that more of these resources are being used every day. In order to preserve our way of life for future generations, we need to be smarter about the way that we use our planet’s natural resources. Luckily, there has been more of a focus on “saving the planet” in recent times, as people think of new ways to be more environmentally friendly. Here are some small things you can do that will go a long way:

June 29, 2018 Business / Environment

Why More Events Are Using Sustainable Temporary Structures

Sustainable temporary structures have become an increasingly popular option for businesses putting on events. They can offer a wide variety of uses for these events. From dressing rooms, ticket offices all the way through to luxury dining areas – they have so many uses. These structures offer all the benefits that a permanent structure would and more – including being better for the environment. Here are just some of the reasons why these structures, available from VBS Structures and installed by Ten Ten Events Crew have become so popular:

June 28, 2018 Recycling

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: How To Save The Environment At Home

If you are wondering how to stay green while at home then we have ten great tips to help you protect the environment and maybe even save money in the process. The resources on earth are finite and we need to be more mindful of our actions. There is loads of advice online these days on how to stay green. Try and implement one or two of these recommendations at a time. Slowly you will become the earth-saving aficionado you’ve dreamed of being. Read on and find out how to save the environment from your home.

June 27, 2018 Health / Recycling

Glasgow Orthodontics: How Local Dentists Are Saving The Environment

One thing we have always wondered is how dentists manage to stay green. They are in contact with numerous chemicals every day. We have found that Glasgow Orthodontics clinics actually have some ways of saving the environment. In order to stay green as a business, there a number of steps they can take. We have outlined some of them in the article below. If you are a dentist and would like to find out how to be kind to the environment in your practice then this article is for you. Read on and find out how local dentists are saving the environment.

Vortex of old books and papers to go in recycling

June 26, 2018 Business / Recycling

How to Start a Recycling Programme for Your Company

Companies are beginning to understand the benefits that come with recycling and being a green company. Knowing how to reduce your resource-consumption are the fundamental steps when you are trying to become a more eco-friendly brand. Consumers will value your brand more and your company will have a slightly higher budget if you play your cards right. Getting Started Getting your employees to take the first step is crucial and should be done before you make a ten-step plan for the company. Your employees are the company’s backbone and if they do not understand the need of the program there is no point in trying to get your company to go green. A lot of the waste generated by even a small business is recyclable. Knowing when and where you can use fewer resources will take you far. Even small changes can pave the road to a great recycling program

MAC is one of the major brands that prioritises recycling

June 25, 2018 Business / Recycling

Four Famous Brands that Prioritise In-House Recycling

Big brands around the world are spearheaded by the idea that fewer resources could mean more gains. A better reputation, saving energy and meeting legal responsibilities are some of the benefits that come with taking an eco-friendly step. MAC Cosmetics-MAC is one of the most sustainable brands that give people looking to buy makeup a more environment-friendly option. MAC started an innovative solution to the landfills most of their products were destined for. If consumers bring back six empty tubes of MAC makeup they can get a new product free. This essentially urges consumers to buy more products, recycle the tubes and look at the company in a better light. Apple- Greenpeace recently named Apple the world’s most environment-friendly tech company for the third year in a row. Apple scored an enviable 83% on the Greenpeace’s Clean Energy Index. Apple has solar energy stations all over the world and it

June 25, 2018 Business / Recycling

Four Ideas to Help Your Business Get Started with Recycling

Getting started with a business plan can mean an extensive use of resources which means you need a pretty flexible budget and your eco-friendly stamp disappears. Reusing, recycling and limiting your use of materials can help save your business cash while also giving you a selling point to use. A few simple ideas could give you the push you need to get started and take you a long way. • E-waste recycling: The worst form of garbage that the world is drowning in is e-waste and reducing your contribution could be a small step forward for everyone. Old computers, laptops and essentially anything digital can be used to make metals, plastic and glass that can be used all over again. Selling your e-waste to recyclers could earn your company a few extra bucks and be good for everyone at the same time. • Keep it simple- Your ideas do not