Allen & York (A&Y) recruitment specialists working for the UK based Natural and Built Environment sectors have announced adjustments to their existing waste policy to promote sustainability. The company has recognised the importance of going green at their Dorset offices. Envirowise, a government sponsored initiative designed to provide practical environmental advice for businesses, was consulted for its guidance in identifying and improving the company’s environmental profile. Among the changes in policy at A&Y is the implementation of a “wormery”, designed to significantly reduce composted waste by up to 50%. In addition, A&Y has produced a “Green Office Guide” designed to promote the efficient use of resources. The firm also has a strong reduce, re-use, recycle action plan
A&Y Managing Director Mark Allen told the Norwich Evening News: “I believe that our main corporate social responsibilities are to the environment as well as the interests of our stakeholders. Given the industry that we are in, it is important for us to be forward-focussed and continually improving in this area. As committed recyclers, I feel that we can help to set the standards of resource sustainability not just in staffing provision but also in the way we operate.”
A&Y is not the only resident facility in Norwich to ramp up recycling efforts. The Norwich City Council has reported that the city’s recycling rate has risen by 10% over the past year. Currently, the rate for Norwich is at 30% with solid hopes of going even further in the next twelve months.
For more information, go to: norwich.gov.uk
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