Technology And The Environment
 
We all know how important the continuing health of our environment is and many of us are making small changes at home to help reduce our individual negative impact on our vulnerable planet. However, what you may not have considered is how your business is affecting the environment through the use of technology, and what your responsibilities. The 'green' approach is not only beneficial for the environment but has financial advantages for you business.
 

AME are focused on reducing the impact of our business operations on the environment. The world’s resources must go hand in hand with business and we aim to not only work on our own business and its environmental policy, but also to educate and assist our customers, to improve theirs.

Although we do not claim to be anywhere near to being perfect in our use of resources (physical or other), we are committed to minimising the impact of our operations on the environment and endeavour to:

   - Reduce, reuse and recycle waste materials
   - Raise our employee’s awareness to environmental issues
   - Use raw materials from renewable resources
   - Use energy-efficient company vehicles
   - Minimise water consumption
   - Minimise emissions and discharges
   - Encourage staff in developing and implementing working practices which are good for the
     environment
   - Educate our customers on their responsibilities and obligations regarding IT systems.

If you would like some ideas on how you and your company can work towards becoming a greener business, take a look at our Top Ten Tips for Green IT.