The number of personal computers in use worldwide will reach 2 billion by 2015 across the world, according to hi-tech consultancy Gartner Dataquest report. Some of the factors that will enable such a rapid proliferation of computers include a significant reduction in the price of hardware and software due to new technology, as well as the introduction of wireless Internet access to remote areas that previously had no such facilities. But this is not about technology growth. The point here is that computers can help save the trees.

Paper has been around since the Egyptians invented the paper making process some 4,000 years ago. Though the process has been refined over years but the basic raw material is pulp that is obtained from wood by cutting millions of trees around the world every year. The tissue paper we use so indiscriminately might contain fibers from so many different trees that might have jointly traveled thousands of kilometers and factories from forest to the dining table. The present trends are a big cause of concern because they are linked with numerous environmental problems, from deforestation to industrial pollution and environmental degradation.

The widespread use of computers and related technologies can make a big difference in paper consumption all over the world. Although a ‘paperless’ office is still far from reality, computer mediated technologies have made it possible to publish and distribute written words without using paper in the cyber age. The online connected World Wide Web is significantly affecting our paper consumption habits, as online publishing at industrial and individual levels with books, catalogs on commercial websites, blogs, online music downloads, etc. may slow down the use of paper. Furthermore, online newspapers, e-bills, financial payments and transactions, e-tickets and boarding passes save tons of paper every day.

Another smart use of technology to save paper is the humble digital photo frame. They are wonderful devices to showcase information in an attractive manner while saving paper at commercial establishments and increasing customer engagement. This allows easy updating of information along with attractive presentation, reducing the printing of paper brochures and information sheets. Bigger versions of this concept are huge LCD or LED panels at exhibitions, malls and outdoors. It stands to reason that there are a lot less printed posters and signs in landfills as a result digital signage taking its place.

Collaborative online applications to share and edit documents online limit paper consumption, postal services, ink use, printer energy and help keep all of your documents easily manageable and accessible. Other collaborative applications such as video conferencing and tele-presence are finding innovative uses from virtual business meetings to e-learning and medical consultations.

The biggest step towards saving trees is to utilise greener technology… remember, every little bit makes a difference.

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Santa Fe, Indonesia is now partnering with us to plant one tree for every household goods (sea) move that Santa Fe, Indonesia books from effective 1 July. We expect that this will equate to close to 500 trees per year. A sustainable CSR initiative.

The staff members will participate in our next tree planting event on Saturday, 20th Nov.

REDUCE

… YOUR CONSUMPTION

The first step to reducing your impact on the environment, is reducing the amounts of resources you consume and use. Think twice before you buy or use anything. Do you really need it? By reducing your consumption you will also decrease the amount of waste you produce.

… YOUR WASTE

There are also many other ways to reduce your waste. The opportunities are nearly endless. Here are just a few ideas. If you “Think Green”, you’ll be able to think of lots more. Let your mind go wild, be creative!

REUSE

Plastic containers can become food storage, paper can become wrapping paper. The ways in which to reuse things are unlimited. All you need is to be creative.

BUY RECYCLED PRODUCTS

In order to make recycling work, collected recyclables need to be made into new useful products which are purchased and used. Buying recycled products is called “closing the loop”

RECYCLE

Everyone knows about recycling. It’s easy. It makes sense. We do it at home. While recycling is an excellent way to reduce how much waste ends up in a landfill, it can be an energy-intensive process that produces lower-quality or “downcycled” goods, especially with regard to plastics. Furthermore, recycling often requires the use of chemicals or fossil fuels for transport and/or process materials.

So be judicious and find ways in which products can be reused.

REFOREST

It’s the smallest thing but possibly the grandest gesture you can do today…

Plant a tree seed or sapling.an action, that helps our only planet – the planet we depend on and cling to – breathe a little easier (quite literally).

We all have the power and the ability to change what we are doing now in exchange for better ways of living. Decide now you want to modify your behaviors and feel good about your lifestyle choices. It doesn’t matter how long you have been doing things the other way.

Every bit of change that takes place out there is going to make a positive difference overall. Be a part of finding the solution for a better environment to live in. Do all you can to make these efforts a part of your world.