Step 1

Make a commitment:
It needs top management to take the first step. If you are the boss, do it now!

Review:
Gather existing data, for example annual electricity, gas and water use and costs. If you are missing the information, call your supplier. 

Map your usage:
Where do you use water and energy most? These are likely to be the areas where the greatest saving can be made. Be aware of variations in use, for example between day and night time, weekends, shift changes or shutdowns. Look out for losses, leaks and wasted heating, lighting or equipment use. Do not forget that with water generally, what comes in must go out. 

Set a reduction target:
Speak to Envirowise, your utility supplier or other businesses to get advice on what things you can do to save. 

Make it happen:
Try the no or low cost improvements first. Talk to your utility supplier about changes in tariffs; you might be paying too much already. Check out other energy suppliers to compare prices. Consider renewable energy suppliers; you may find they will match your current best tariff for electricity and switching will reduce your greenhouse gas emissions. Think about using lower quality water (for example rainwater) for less sensitive uses.

Measure and record:
This is vital to see how successful you have been. 

Keep it up:
You will be amazed at what you can achieve.