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We are GREEN at Long Life Lighting!
At Long Life Lighting, we pride ourselves on being responsible global citizens. We endeavour to always have a positive impact on our planet and our communities. We have created an environmental policy that attempts to minimise our waste, reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and recycle as much as possible.
Greenhouse gas emissions
- 50% of our electricity comes from sustainable resources, such as wind, solar and hydro electricity.
- All greenhouse gas emissions from staff vehicles are offset by the planting of trees through Greenfleet
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- Strategies to minimise power, water and gas are always implemented
Recycling
- All recyclable paper, cardboard, glass, plastic, and metals from our offices are processed for recycling.
- All office paper waste is used on both sides
- Paper, newspaper and catalogues are shredded and used to cushion our orders.
- All photocopier and printer ink cartridges are recycled.
Energy
- Computers standby after 1 min of being inactive
- 90% of equipment is turned off at the switch at the end of every day and on weekend
- LED lighting and natural lighting is used in our office.
- Lighting in our office is wired so that sections can be turned on and off as needed
- Light switches have “turn off” reminder stickers!
- De-lamping (removing some lamps) has been implemented to reduce energy use
Resources for businesses and individuals.
- Green Times - Green Times is Australia's newest online journal and directory for the green industry. It was designed to create more awareness of environmental issues and promote Australian green businesses. Green Times mission is to create a direct bridge between information and action. From climate change to lifestyle, technology to wildlife, Green Times offers a wide range of insightful articles that are accessible to all.
- Grow Me The Money - Grow Me The Money is a 12 month online program designed to help small to medium sized businesses become more sustainable and save money. Grow Me The Money provides businesses with the tools, resources and support to use less energy and water, create less waste and save money. Adopting sustainable business practices doesn't just mean a healthier planet, it also means a healthier bottom line
- Greenfleet - A non-profit organisation devoted to offsetting greenhouse gas emissions from cars, air travel and energy usage, through the planting of native trees.
- Green Power - A government accredited clean, renewable energy sourced from the sun, the wind, water and waste.
- Save Energy - The You have the power. Save Energy campaign is encouraging all Victorians to save energy at home to cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce the impact of climate change.
- The Green Directory - An Australian business directory championing eco-friendly products and services.
- ecoMaster - is an Australian leader in the provision of energy saving, climate change solution products and education.
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