We have already mentioned that the use of human fossil fuels is one of the major contributors to greenhouse gases and global warming. But we have to admit that fossil energy such as coal, oil and natural gas also necessary for human life Both the household and business sectors, whether they are used to generate heat and cold energy. through electricity for use in living production of goods, services as well as used to drive vehicles in response to various transportation This article outlines the direct and indirect use of fossil fuels by businesses. This is a starting point for businesses to turn to awareness and start collecting information about their business processes. How much fossil energy is used? And if calculated, how much does a business contribute to global warming pollution? And what are the short-term and long-term plans to play a part in mitigating these impacts?
This information in the future will begin to be of great importance. Because partners, customers, financial institutions investors, etc. They tend to want to know more about this in the future. and is a pressure on business Because those who ignore it may be opposed by not supporting the company's products and services. until affecting the decline in the value of the business.
Businesses should have current data on their fossil fuel use. Entrepreneurs and employees in the business sector should be aware that the use of fuel in transportation or in the production process can cause air pollution. The key is sulfur dioxide. nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxide, which cause acid rain and the greenhouse effect.
In addition, most of the oil used to generate electricity comes from fossil fuels. for natural gas But the use of natural gas to be used to produce electricity Although it produces less pollution than other fossil fuels. But when using natural gas, about 2% of methane will leak into the atmosphere and when natural gas is burned, carbon dioxide will be released into the atmosphere as well.
In terms of lignans that are used to generate electricity Without a sulfur dioxide removal system, it can cause environmental and health impacts on people nearby power plants. If installing a standardized sulfur dioxide removal system, it will increase the cost of electricity generation by 20-30%.
Businesses are more or less involved in the use of fossil fuels. May be through the procurement and transportation of raw materials to the factory. transportation during production Transportation of goods to distributors and consumers In terms of using electricity through machinery in the production process Electric lighting in factories and offices, using electricity through air conditioners in various areas, etc.
A business may start by collecting information about the use of two main forms: transportation or travel, and the use of electricity in its own value chain business processes, such as inbound logistics. Production (Outbound Logistics) by recording the frequency energy consumption and the expenses Having such information will provide a benchmark for businesses to see how their business is currently in the state of energy use such as oil and electricity. This is useful information because it can be used to analyze where energy consumption may be consumed or to improve efficiency.
Businesses should have a body of knowledge and practice. about energy saving Although energy such as fuel And electricity will continue to be the basic energy that businesses still need. must be used in the production of goods and services But if a business can find a way to use it effectively Or a more economical way to reduce energy consumption. In addition to saving costs, it will also help reduce the negative impact of global warming.
Here, techniques are not mentioned. That will cause energy efficiency, such as using oil or using electricity because it can be searched from various sources. which can be collected and learned easily But there are ideas for businesses that The use of energy in a business is that users are personnel or employees of the business itself. For example, there are people who have to drive to pick up raw materials, deliver goods, or someone has to turn on the air conditioner Need to turn on computers, etc., which are scattered at various points of the organization. The question is how do these groups of people operate when using energy? Awareness to use energy efficiently concern about global warming including knowledge and skills to use energy efficiently or not. Organizations that are successful in energy efficiency In addition to being able to build awareness of the DNA. and then down to the employees throughout the organization in various subunits where employees are affiliated There is also a joint set of goals and actions to control energy consumption so as not to waste the trip to the point where the energy is most efficient. Will be able to find a way to save energy. In the previous section, the state of the current power consumption. Therefore, it is a starting point to ask employees whether at that point is the best point for the organization or not. If the employee sees and the organization has added awareness, knowledge and skills to When employees know and understand And join in on driving goals to help lead to better energy uses.
Doing good must dare to reveal this topic doesn't mean. If we do good, then let us boast. But it is to point out that energy saving information It's something that those involved in the business (Stakeholders) both near and far want to know Because all sectors are concerned about the problem of global warming. Information that tells you what actions each business has taken to help reduce this problem. Energy consumption and energy saving will be a topic of global warming solution. well done business When disclosing information about what has been done how is the result It reflects the responsibility of doing business. Demonstrates the organization's care in doing business with elaboration. which will give confidence to the reaper long term resulting efficiency will reduce operating costs This has a positive effect on the growth of value and being in the ranks of a sustainable company.
Successful business in this regard Not only doing energy saving on internal processes of the organization itself. but also share methods with partners, customers, communities, etc. to help achieve widespread energy efficiency results. Therefore, they can join forces to solve global warming together. However, reducing energy consumption Direct fossils are one of the only things that will help mitigate global warming. There are other issues such as support for renewable energy. and clean energy etc. is another way that will indirectly affect thus reducing the use of fossil fuels. which will be mentioned in the next chapter.
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