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TORONTO SHARED OFFICE SPACESARE A GREEN AND
ECO-FRIENDLY SOLUTION

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Green initiatives and sustainability should be
among the top concerns for our businesses.
Implementing green practices is beneficial for
your operation as it helps to reduce operating
costs. One cost-efficient and effective practice
is to operate your business from a shared office
space.

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Shared office spaces are growing in popularity
with businesses of all sizes. A shared office
solution allows you to reduce your energyusage.
Compared to a traditional office environment, the
eco-friendly advantages of a shared office
co-working space at iQ Office Suites include

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Shared resources such as common areas and
boardrooms mean your energy usage is
significantly less, thereby helping you to reduce
your business carbon footprint.Most of our
offices are on or near windows, allowing you to
rely upon natural sunlight to illuminate your
work area, rather than having to use overhead or
desk lights.

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Motion activated lights throughout our space
ensures lights are not left on in spaces which
are not in use.Scents in iQ facilities are
generated by infusing naturally occurring oils
avoiding the use of harsh chemicals.

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Natural building elements such as exposed brick
and concrete walls are retained in place of
further construction materials which draw more
from the environment.Collaborate with others in
your shared work environment to develop new
eco-friendly business practices that benefit
everyone.

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Tips for Making Your Shared Office Space Greener

• In addition to the eco-friendly advantages
  gained with a shared office solution, there are
  specific things you can do to help make the space
  greener.

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1. Turn off and unplug any electronic device
you are not currently using.Simply turning off
your device is not enough because a device that
is plugged in will still draw a small amount of
energy. 2. Get in the habit of shutting off
surge protectors at the end of your work day. The
lights on surge protectors use electricity, not
to mention power still flows through to the plugs
even when nothing is plugged in.

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3. Bring in a green plant or two to put on your
desk. Liven up your work space with green plants,
like bamboo, but avoid flowering plants, as
others can be allergic. 4. Pack snacks and
lunches using food you obtained from local
farmers markets. Buying from local farmers not
only helps support them, but also helps the
environment because it means the food did not
have to be shipped in, thereby reducing fuel
costs and carbon footprints.

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5. Try going organic and choosing beverages
and foods produced using natural processes.
Organic foods use greener production methods and
are healthier for both you and the
environment. 6. Rely upon public transport or
biking for your commute to work. You can further
reduce your carbon footprint, not to mention
avoid potential parking fees.

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Shared offices, and the implementation of green
practices are the ideal way to reduce your
business operating costs, as well as your carbon
footprint. For more information about shared
office and co-working spaces in Toronto, feel
free to contact iQ Offices today at
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