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How Businesses Can Help Fight Climate Change

Climate change is no longer a far-fetched idea, it is very much happening and we are all getting affected due to it in one way or another. Thankfully, it is still not too late to take any action and mitigate the damage.

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While many of us are expecting our governments to take action, it is high time we started acting sensibly and see what can we do to reduce the damage on an individual level. As a business owner, you can implement a number of policies to bring about a change and play your role to fight climate change.

 

1.    Start Using Biodegradable Materials

If you own a business, please say bye-bye to plastic. First off, it does not decompose easily and also delays the overall decomposition cycle. Secondly, it is harming the lives of sea creatures and littering our grounds. A good idea is to shift to biodegradable material like paper in order to save the planet.

2.    Invest in Renewable Energy

It may seem like an expensive solution in the short run, however, there is no denying the fact that renewable energy is the future. The sooner you invest in those solar panels to run your business, the better.

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3.    Say No to Harmful Chemicals

Spray paints are indeed easier to use and get the work done in no time. However, do you realize the damage they are doing to our environment, especially to the Ozone layer? These paints are loaded with CP2 and CFCs, which are harmful to the environment. Try switching to better alternatives.

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