Sara Zimmerman Art, Illustration & Design » resources http://www.sarazimmerman.net Art, Graphic Design, Web Design + Marketing projects and ideas Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:42:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Tips on Greening Your Business http://www.sarazimmerman.net/2011/04/22/tips-on-greening-your-business/ http://www.sarazimmerman.net/2011/04/22/tips-on-greening-your-business/#comments Fri, 22 Apr 2011 14:55:01 +0000 Sara http://www.sarazimmerman.net/?p=1454
  • Use a high recycled content paper in your fax and printer. When one side is printed on, use the other side for scrap paper, notes, etc.
  • Have a recycling container next to each trash can and desk.
  • Turn off your work station lights when gone for longer than 5 minutes.
  • Replace work station light bulbs with energy efficient compact fluorescents.
  • Carpool, take public transit, walk or work from home.
  • If you eat take out lunches from nearby restaurants, either eat there or bring your own recyclable take out containers.
  • Bring a reusable water bottle versus using one-time water cups or plastic water bottles from vending machines.
  • Look at any products you offer and investigate ways you can use recycled/reclaimed content in the packaging or in the product itself.
    • These are just some ways that you can make a small impact in your everyday business life. For more ideas, here are some resources: ]]>     http://www.sarazimmerman.net/2011/04/22/tips-on-greening-your-business/feed/ 0     Website tips for non-profits http://www.sarazimmerman.net/2010/02/18/website-tips-for-non-profits/ http://www.sarazimmerman.net/2010/02/18/website-tips-for-non-profits/#comments Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:23:36 +0000 Sara http://www.sarazimmerman.net/wordpress/?p=224 Vandelay Design Blog. Since non-profits are generally on a slim budget, this is a great resource in helping you determine which features and information to include. Once you have a defined scope of work, it is then easier to get estimates and quotes. If you are a non-profit on a budget, take a look at the link above to help you figure out your next steps. In the meantime, take a look at this simple website I made for BAEDN, non-profit on a very tight budget. It will provide ideas of what else you can include.]]> http://www.sarazimmerman.net/2010/02/18/website-tips-for-non-profits/feed/ 0