Add Sustainability to Your Business Resolutions for 2025

The new year is the perfect time to reassess your business goals, and this year, it’s worth putting sustainability front and center. More and more businesses realize that eco-friendly practices aren’t just good for the planet—they’re a smart investment in their future too. If you’re looking for an impactful resolution for 2025, think about tackling two big contributors to environmental waste: e-waste and paper waste. With the right steps—and partners like Augusta Data Storage—you can make a real difference.

Why E-Waste Deserves Your Attention

Here’s a fact that might make you pause: electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world, shooting up by 3-4% every year. By 2022, a staggering 62 million metric tons of e-waste were generated globally, according to the World Health Organization. And that number is expected to hit 74.7 million metric tons by 2030. Here’s the kicker—only 22.3% of e-waste is actually recycled. The rest either ends up in landfills or is handled in ways that harm both people and the environment.

E-waste isn’t just a pile of junk—it’s full of valuable materials and harmful toxins. Did you know recycling 1 million cell phones could recover 75 pounds of gold and 35,000 pounds of copper? On top of that, tossing items like computers and smartphones in the trash can leak dangerous substances like lead and mercury, polluting our soil and water.

Businesses play a big role in the e-waste problem, especially with how often we swap out old tech for new. If you’re planning to upgrade your devices, make sure to deal with those outdated gadgets responsibly.

Don’t Forget Paper Waste

E-waste might steal the spotlight, but paper waste is still a huge player in office waste streams. Even in 2025, businesses churn through a massive amount of paper, and not all of it is managed responsibly. Between envelopes, paperwork, and packaging, the average office worker goes through about 2 pounds of paper waste per day.

Did you know recycling just one ton of paper saves 17 trees and about 7,000 gallons of water? If your company generates a lot of paper, implementing or strengthening a recycling program is a simple, effective way to reduce your environmental impact.

Augusta Data Storage Has Your Back

At Augusta Data Storage, we’re all about making sustainability easy (and secure) for businesses. We take pride in helping companies manage their waste responsibly, with services designed to reduce environmental impact while safeguarding sensitive information. Here’s how we help:

1. E-Waste Recycling Without the Landfill

Our zero-landfill e-cycling services take the guesswork out of handling old electronics. When you recycle with us, you can count on:

• Convenient Pick-Up or Drop-Off: Whether you prefer to bring your e-waste to us or have it picked up from your location, we’ve got you covered.
• Secure Data Destruction: Devices are shredded into unrecoverable pieces, ensuring no chance of data recovery. You’ll also get a Certificate of Destruction for your records, giving you peace of mind.
• Recycling with Care: Once destroyed, we send materials to certified recyclers. Hazardous materials like lead and mercury are handled safely, while valuable components are recycled. Plus, our zero-landfill policy means nothing goes to waste.

With Augusta Data Storage, managing e-waste is simple, secure, and sustainable.

2. Paper Shredding That Gives Back

Got stacks of sensitive documents ready to be shredded? Augusta Data Storage partners with a local mill right here in Georgia to recycle shredded paper into new products.

Last year alone, we recycled 2,420,000 pounds (or 1,210 tons) of paper, helping save more than 20,570 trees and conserving 8,470,000 gallons of water, 459,800 gallons of oil, and 3,630 cubic yards of landfill space!

When you choose us, you’re not just protecting your data—you’re protecting our planet by conserving energy, reducing landfill waste, and lowering the demand for new paper.

How to Put Sustainability into Action

Now that you know the facts, it’s time to put sustainability into action. Here are a few tips for incorporating eco-friendly practices into your business:

• Partner with a certified e-waste recycler: When disposing of old electronics, make sure to work with a reputable recycler like Augusta Data Storage who can ensure proper handling and disposal.
• Go paperless whenever possible: Consider digital options for documents, communication, and even billing to cut down on paper waste.
• Use recycled materials: From office supplies to packaging, seek out products made from recycled materials whenever possible.
• Educate and involve employees: Get your team on board by educating them on the importance of sustainability and involving them in eco-friendly initiatives at work.

By taking small steps and making conscious decisions, businesses can make a big impact in reducing waste and protecting the environment.

Make 2025 the Year Your Business Goes Greener

Adding sustainability to your 2025 plans isn’t just a feel-good resolution. It’s a smart, impactful move that benefits your business, your community, and the planet. By recycling e-waste and paper waste, you help conserve resources, reduce pollution, and send less to the landfill.

And the best part? It’s easy with Augusta Data Storage. Whether you’re shredding old documents or recycling outdated electronics, we’re here to make the process seamless and eco-friendly.

Start making a difference today. Get a free quote and learn how we can help your business lead the charge toward a greener future. Together, we can tackle environmental challenges one step at a time.