How to Implement a Green Office as a Financial Modeling Professional

Today’s, everything is green – green food, green products, green stores, and green offices.  As a financial modeling professional you may find yourself being pulled towards, or even pushed towards, making your office greener.  If this is the case, trying a few simple things can make you greener in no time.

The first thing to do is consider your printing and your printers.  Having the right settings and the proper paper is imperative.  As a financial modeling professional, you will also want to look into recycling and/or refilling ink cartridges for your printer.  This can save money and the environment.  And don’t forget to print double sided when possible. You will be amazed at how much paper you will save.

Consider your electricity and its usage in your work spaces.  As a financial modeling professional, you may find yourself in charge of several employees.  Implement procedures on power usage.  Consider turning off computer, using power strips, and turning off lights in places like break rooms and supply rooms when they are not being used.  You may also want to consider purchasing eco-friendly bulbs for your light fixtures.

And lastly, don’t forget to recycle.  A financial modeling professional will want to implement an organized and thorough recycling program in the office in order to keep the office green.  This means having a designated place for recycle bins and clear instructions for what is to be recycled and how.  Being clear on expectations and purposes can make recycling go efficiently in your office.