Taking Our First Steps Towards Sustainability: How Our Small Local Pharmacy Is Going Green šæ
- John Keane
- Oct 6, 2023
- 2 min read
In todayās environment, itās more important than ever for businessesābig or smallāto take steps towards sustainability. As a small local pharmacy, we recognise our responsibility to our community and the planet. Weāre excited to share the initial steps weāre taking to become a more sustainable business.
1ļøā£ 100% Recycled Paper Bags šļø
Our journey starts with a simple change: switching to bags made of 100% recycled paper. Every small action counts, and this is our way of reducing plastic waste.
2ļøā£ Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products š§½
Weāre choosing eco-friendly cleaning products for our behind-the-scenes operations. This helps protect the environment while ensuring a healthy space for our staff and patrons.
3ļøā£ SEAI 4-Star Energy Rating š
Weāre proud to have received a 4-star energy management rating from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). Itās a promising start towards our long-term sustainability goals.
4ļøā£ 100% Wind-Powered Electricity š¬ļø
Weāre reducing our carbon footprint by sourcing all our electrical needs from 100% wind power. Renewable energy is the future, and weāre excited to be part of it.
5ļøā£ Bike to Work Scheme š“
Encouraging our employees to cycle to work not only fosters a healthier lifestyle but also contributes to reduced carbon emissions.
6ļøā£ Upcoming Electric Delivery Van š
Within the next 12 months, we plan to replace our diesel delivery van with an electric one. Cleaner deliveries are just around the corner!
7ļøā£ Bulk Order Policy š¦
Our new bulk ordering policy aims to minimise the frequency of deliveries, thereby reducing our overall carbon emissions.
8ļøā£ Recycled Printing Paper šØļø
Weāre committed to reducing waste, which is why all our business-related printing is done on recycled paper.
9ļøā£ Solar Panels: A Future Investment āļø
Weāre in the tendering phase to install solar panels on our Green Road store, marking another step towards generating our own renewable energy.
While these are just our initial efforts, we are committed to continually adopting more sustainable practices. We welcome suggestions from our community as we strive to make these important changes. š
Thank you for supporting a small local business thatās taking steps to care for our planet. Your patronage makes all the difference. š

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