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\u2022 Switch to a renewables energy supplier.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Reduce energy use in lighting and heating. The best tariffs are 100% renewable electricity, all of which is generated by or for the supplier, not just traded under REGO certification. For more information click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 Minimise the carbon footprint due to transport\/deliveries. Try to keep suppliers as local as possible. Make single large orders to reduce deliveries.<\/p>\n \u2022 Have separate waste bins in the workshop for recycling\/general rubbish.<\/p>\n \u2022 Support good waste disposal practices. Agreements with suppliers can be signed where equipment can be returned to be repurposed and refurbished.<\/p>\n \u2022 Use electric tools only, with rechargeable batteries or mains connection.<\/p>\n \u2022 Use painting wash-up units that separate reusable washing water from wastewater.<\/p>\n \u2022 Use water-based paints with low VOC content.<\/p>\n \u2022 Avoid environmentally harmful detergents, like 1,4-Dioxane, Sodium Laureth Sulphate, Bleach and Formaldehyde. Look for Eco-label certification or similar.<\/p>\n \u2022 Discourage the use of polystyrene, polycarbonate\/acrylic and PVC tapes.<\/p>\n \n \u2022 Only use water based cutting fluid.<\/p>\n \nMetal workshop<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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