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Presentation of Data 4. Transitioning to electronic business cards:
Converting traditional paper business cards into Near-
Table 1 shows annual electricity data collected from Elitez’s Field Communication (NFC) business cards presents
sustainability department based on their electricity usage at an opportunity to save costs and reduce paper waste.
This eco-friendly alternative eliminates the need for
Level 3.
continuous printing and disposal of paper cards, promoting
Table 1: Current Carbon Emission from sustainability in business practices.
February 2022 to January 2023
1. Eco-solution 1: Implementation of Solar Panels
Annual The first proposed eco-solution addresses the high
Resource Annual CO2 Conversion Cost ($) electricity usage and costs identified in the environmental
Usage Emissions Factor review by deploying 15 x solar panels (Figure 7 and 8).
Specifically, solar panels will power Elitez’s aquaponics
system, which relies heavily on office electricity to function
Electricity 16,421.98 6,662.40 0.4057 kg $4,429.82* seamlessly. Peak power 400 W x 15 solar panels = 6000 W or
kWh kgCO2 CO2/kWh 6 kW.

*Based on utility bill from Feb 2022 to Jan 2023.

Eco-Solutions

The ESI team proposed several eco-solutions to integrate
environmental best practices into Elitez’s business operations
and enhance sustainability. These eco-solutions include:

1. Correcting current business practices: Partnering
with appropriate retailers would facilitate the reduction
of Elitez’s carbon footprint. This initiative involves re-
evaluating existing practices and sourcing products from Figure 7 & 8: Solar Panels Installation.
eco-friendly suppliers.

2. Installation of solar panels: Solar panels offer the
dual benefit of reducing electricity consumption while
harnessing renewable energy. This initiative saves costs and
contributes to Elitez’s commitment to sustainable energy
solutions.
3. Installing water flow restrictors: By installing water
restrictors, Elitez can effectively reduce water consumption,
lower water and wastewater treatment costs, and decrease
the energy required for water treatment, pumping, and
heating. This initiative aligns with water conservation efforts
and promotes efficient resource utilisation.

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