Going Green

Every trade magazine I’ve looked at recently has an article about being “Green,” covering issues from FSC Certification to the Do Not Mail legislation. Heck, I even got an email the other day with a PS reminding me not to print the email and save a tree.

Course, I’d have to not print 8,333 emails to save a tree, according to the facts presented by a software company specializing in environmental conservation. (Lots of cool facts there so check it out.)

So I want to introduce another issue in the mix – Green Training. That’s right. As part of your company’s efforts to “Go Green,” consider your training efforts. Are they green?

I’ve often referred to our company as a Lean, Mean Training Machine, as we are able to leverage technology to create and produce efficient and effective training. But we’re now going to refer to ourselves as a Lean, GREEN Training Machine. Why?

Our online training does not utilize paper, reducing paper consumption.

Our online training does not require travel, reducing fuel consumption and
travel related carbon emissions.

Our training teaches best practices concentrating on fewer output errors,
ultimately reducing waste.

So as Earth Day approaches on April 22nd, hug a tree and know that your training solution is the Greenest it can possibly be. Be sure to check out Earth Day activities in your area.