One of the best things that people can do is just turn off their lights, computers, monitors, and other equipment whenever they're not being used. As soon as you do that, you're saving on overhead and you're not creating demand for extra energy. Townsend also recommends using energy-efficient, compact fluorescent lighting in office fixtures. Though initially more expensive, she points out that these bulbs quickly pay for themselves via dramatically lower energy bills and a far longer life. The Paper Chase Townsend says another important change involves paper.
Paper is huge, because it's one of the top office supplies.
Equally important is conservation. U.S. businesses use 11 million tons of paper a year. Pens, correction fluid, and glues emit toxins like trichloroethylene, naphthalene, formaldehyde, and toluene that quickly make air unhealthy. Start a recycling program. Haulers will often take your recyclables away for free.