Higgs & Sons
Regional firm based in the Black Country. Employing approximately 165 staff over three operating offices in Brierley Hill, Stourbridge and Kingswinford.
A "Green" Committee has been formed consisting of a broad spread of staff from all offices. The Managing Partner is a member of the Committee.
Staff wide survey was distributed and received positive suggestions on how we can be "greener".
We are now re-cycling waste paper and cardboard through the services of a locally based re-cycling business.
We are educating staff on the efficient use of computer equipment and periodically leave chocolate treats on the desks of those individuals that have turned off desktop equipment.
Recent floor refurbishment at our 1960's Stourbridge office incorporated motion sensor lights in the kitchen and toilets. New shower facilities introduced to encourage commuting by bicycle/walking.
Staff are embracing the paper re-cycling culture and cleaners have noticed considerable reduction in waste paper being deposited in individual bins.
Occassional chocolate treats has led to an overwhelming number of machines now being turned off at night.
A number of staff at Stourbridge are now commuting to work by bicycle/walking given the availability of shower facilities