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WINNER NOVEMBER 2014:
MUZ’S BIN INN
Muz’s Bin Inn has
integrated waste
minimisation
into their
core business
philosophy. They offer a wide range of foodstuffs and
household products in bulk, giving customers an option
to purchase goods that are associated with much less
waste than their pre-packaged alternatives. Small bags are
available, but at Muz’s Bin Inn customers are encouraged
to bring their own bags and packaging, not only reducing
waste generation but also lowering costs to the business
and therefore its customers.
“ I am encouraged to bring ALL my own packaging and
packing. That’s part of the reason I love shopping there. I
also love the wide range of planet friendly organic products.
That list of groceries seems to be growing every time I visit.”
Customer at Muz’s Bin Inn.
Bin Inn is a retail brand selling quality wholefoods and
speciality grocery items. You can find Muz’s Bin Inn at
shop 13 of the Warehouse Shopping Complex, 170 George
Street – contact them on 07 870 1218.
WINNER DECEMBER 2014:
GALLIE MILES
Gallie Miles is working towards having a paperless office
and won the Sustainability Champion Award for their
achievements in reducing paper consumption. While
carefully reviewing their use of paper over 12 months,
they implemented a paper management system made
up of a number of components and strategies. First, they
committed to reusing all paper where possible. They
then adopted systems to enable electronic review of
documents, significantly reducing the volume of paper
used for drafts. They have now also implemented an
electronic filing system and have a goal of managing all
client files electronically by the end of 2015.
Their comprehensive evaluation of paper use and
requirements led them to discover innovative new ways
of operating – from installing dual computer screens to
aid in document review, to experimenting with standing
desks for easy on-screen reading. Staff are excited about
the challenge of running a paperless office and the
business has already made cost savings due to more
efficient paper use.
“ Gallie Miles is committed to reducing and potentially
eliminating our use of paper resources – no mean feat
for a law office! Long term we see ourselves having a fully
paperless office with client intranet, remote work spaces
and a smaller overall footprint.”
Sue Garmonsway, Senior Associate at Gallie Miles.
Gallie Miles is a law firm specialising in commercial and
rural affairs. They are located on 53 Mutu Street and can
be reached by calling 07 872 0560.
Hope Williams, Waste Minimisation Advisor, Waipa District Council,
Susan Trodden, CEO Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce,
Murray Shaw, Owner of Muz’s Bin Inn, Anna D’Arcy, Business and
Corporate Sustainability Advisor, Waikato Regional Council.