Every April 22nd, Earth Day reminds us all of our responsibility to protect the planet for the future by making sustainable choices. One impactful way to start in the office is by going paperless. Reducing paper waste helps conserve trees, lower carbon emissions, and minimize pollution. That’s where digital document management and digitization comes in as a smart, sustainable solution. It not only saves physical space and reduces clutter, but also significantly reduces the environmental impact caused by paper production, printing, and waste.
The Weight of Paper
Every year, paper accounts for 25% of landfill waste and 33% of municipal waste. That’s not just 1 tree, it’s approximately 1 billion trees worth of paper annually. Despite recent growing concern for the environment, paper continues to be one of the most wasteful materials. Here’s some paper waste statistics you should know:
- The average worker uses approximately 10,000 pages of copy paper annually
- 70% of total waste in the office is made up paper
- Businesses lose 7.5% of all paper documentation on average a year
- 45% of office paper is discarded by the end of the day
It’s time to cut our paper usage, not the trees.
Click It, Don’t Print It
Digitization is more than just convenience, it’s a step towards a more efficient, sustainable future. By switching to digital solutions, it reduces paper waste, cuts the cost of office supplies, and creates a clutter free, cleaner workspace. It’s a win-win for both businesses and the planet. These are some easy ways to start going paperless:
- Scan old documents and papers
- Store and share files digitally with a dedicated document management system
- Reduce your paper trail and recycle (or shred!) any documents that aren’t needed anymore
- Take business online! Start utilizing e-signatures and digital documents (forms, invoices, and receipts) to help automate your workflow
Go Green, Go Screen
This Earth Day, let’s take action that makes a real, lasting difference. Make the switch and go digital. The planet will thank you. doc2e-file helps businesses with digital solutions, from document scanning and digitization to digital document storage. Not only will you streamline operations, but you’ll create a more positive impact on the planet through sustainable document management. Join us in creating a more sustainable future – contact us today to get started!
Sources: Statista
