When considering a lease renewal, keep in mind that the greenest move is usually not to move. Relocation depletes organizational and financial capital and consumes environmental resources. Building out new tenant spaces, purchasing new furniture, and the use of moving vans all have sustainability implications. In circumstances where relocation is necessary, a tenant can save money and lessen the associated environmental impact by reusing existing workstations, furniture, equipment, and fixtures. This will also divert office “churn” from going to landfill. For any waste that can’t be reused, look at recycling options. Many manufacturers will take back products for reuse and recycling at the end of their useful life. Lastly, when it comes to relocation, a productive and pleasant workplace environment is one where tenants and their employees are more likely to want to stay once the initial lease term expires. Sustainability and efficiency measures that improve the workplace, therefore, will reduce costs associated with future relocation.
