Most well-planned waste reduction efforts pay for themselves in a very short timeframe and quickly translate into healthier profit. But there are other benefits as well.
Good reasons for reducing waste at work are:
Reduce waste collection and disposal costs
Make the most use of the resources you buy
Give your business a competitive advantage
Increase staff morale and public reputation
Limit risks and liabilities
Increase eligibility for awards, best practice, quality improvement and industry codes of practice programs
Make it easier to meet licensing and compliance criteria.
The environmental benefits for reducing workplace waste are: