With pressure mounting to reduce operations-related emissions, following a survey that revealed businesses across the UK create more than 406.2 million tonnes of carbon each year, managers and business owners now face a huge challenge to balance profit margins and goals with environmental responsibilities.
As sector leaders face this challenge head on, Daniel Redfern, Director at Envirovue, an innovative waste management company, shares his take on how carbon emissions can be reduced through strategic operational management.
- Transition to low-emission and renewable energy
To unlock the power of renewable energy and reduce carbon emissions from facilities, warehouses and head offices, operational and estate managers should consider different pathways to connect to green energy sources.
More renewable options are available than ever before* from air source heat pumps to solar panel installation, a rooftop array of solar panels can eliminate around four tonnes of carbon emissions per year – the equivalent of planting around 100 trees.
Solar panels generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases while they’re operating. They also reduce the need for coal, oil, and natural gas, which are non-renewable resources that release carbon dioxide and particulate matter into the atmosphere when burned.
- Proactive maintenance for sustainability
Frequent equipment maintenance is vital for reducing emissions. Avoiding emergency repairs and potential equipment replacement not only saves money but also reduces emissions overall.
A well maintained piece of equipment will outlive an unmaintained sister model by several years, as regular maintenance helps prevent wear and tear, reduces the likelihood of breakdowns and ensures optimal performance over time.
- Data-driven optimisation
By harnessing data through different processes, such as waste management, businesses can work to be more sustainable and reduce their overall carbon emissions. Operational management can be elevated through the power of data, by deploying advanced technology and real-time data analytics to identify inefficiencies.
Daniel explains: “By using data in the context of waste management, we’re able to identify inefficiencies, discover the cause of surplus waste and offer insights to help organisations transition towards more sustainable, circular economy waste practices.
“This is a fantastic strategy across more than the waste lifecycle, data-driven decisions will unlock the unmatched ability for managers to make informed decisions.”
To find out more about Envirovue and its services, please visit: www.envirovue.io
