How Refurbishing Office Furniture Can Help You Achieve Your Net-Zero Goals in 2025

Ida Gorecka • January 10, 2025

Turn Today's Furniture Choice into Tomorrow's Contract Win

Are your best business moves getting blocked by something as simple as a sustainability gap? You've got the expertise, the competitive rates, and a track record that speaks volumes. But without hard evidence of your environmental commitment, potential clients are walking away - taking million-pound contracts with them.


Curious how leading businesses are turning their environmental claims into contract wins? Get in touchand let's explore your options.

The Hidden Impact of Your Office Furniture Choice: Why It Matters for Your Business

Did you think about your last office furniture purchase? Did you know that a single new desk creates about 47kg of COâ‚‚ - the same as driving nearly 120 miles?  The same as driving from London to Brighton.


When you're equipping an entire office, these numbers quickly add up, and procurement teams are taking notice.


Making new furniture takes more than just assembly. Trees are cut down for wood, oil is processed for plastics, metal is mined and shaped - all burning energy and creating emissions at every step. Add in shipping (often from overseas), and the numbers keep climbing. These are exactly the numbers that could make or break your next contract bid.


But here's where it gets worse for your business case: when furniture ends up in landfill, it remains there for decades. Those materials - perfectly good wood, metal, and plastic - just taking up space and damaging the environment. That's the kind of waste that procurement teams are being told to avoid.

The New Reality of Environmental Credentials in Business

Now, take a look at your last business proposal submission. How many times did you write about your "commitment to sustainability" or your "environmental awareness"? And how many times could you back those claims?


But here's what procurement teams are really looking for when they evaluate those responses:


  • Specific data showing measurable environmental impact
  • Clear evidence of waste reduction in numbers
  • Concrete examples of circular economy participation
  • Documented proof of sustainability in action


In today's market, vague promises don't win contracts. But the answers you need might be sitting right under you. Literally. Your office furniture choices, both disposing of old assets and purchasing your new, pieces, could be the key to accessing those all-important environmental credentials that clients demand.


See how your furniture choices could strengthen your next proposal -get in touch with our team today.

Turning Second-Hand Office Furniture into Sustainability Credentials

Are your potential clients asking for sustainability proof you can't provide? Across every sector, decision-makers are now placing environmental credentials at the heart of their supplier selection. It's no longer enough to simply state your green intentions – they want evidence, metrics, and verified results.


The difference between winning and losing valuable business contracts often comes down to measurable environmental actions. While many businesses struggle to find meaningful sustainability data, industry leaders are securing major contracts by presenting clear evidence of their green initiatives - showing exact figures for carbon reduction and documented proof of circular economyparticipation.

Refurbished Office Furniture: The Smart Approach to Environmental Proof

When it comes to proving your environmental impact, we make it simple. At Coggin SOS, every piece of second-hand office furniture you choose comes with our exclusive Savings Certificate that transforms into powerful evidence for your proposals. This states exactly how much money, carbon and items from landfil you saved, providing you with the metrics you need to show stakeholders.


Instead of making general claims about sustainability, you'll receive:


  • Precise carbon savings in kilograms (translated into relatable equivalents like car miles)
  • Exact number of items diverted from landfill
  • Total weight of materials recycled
  • Official certification of your environmental contribution


The process is straightforward. We handle everything - from collecting your old office chairs and desks with zero waste to landfill, to providing professionally refurbished replacements from leading brands. Each step is documented in clear, detailed reports that prove your environmental commitment.

Prove Your Green Commitment, Close More Deals

Don't let another contract slip away because you can't prove your green claims.


Your office furniture can do more than furnish your workspace - it can help secure your next big contract. With detailed impact reports showing exact carbon savings and materials saved from landfill, you'll transform everyday furniture decisions into compelling proof of your environmental leadership.


Get in touch - because when it comes to winning business, proof beats promises every time.

5 Things Removals Companies Should Know Before Disposing of Old Office Furniture

By Ida Gorecka • April 17, 2025
Did you know that as a removal company, you're missing out on thousands of pounds in potential revenue every time you let old office furniture head to landfill? With over 300 tonnes of used office furniture entering UK landfills daily, your clients are starting to expect more than just transportation from A to B - they want complete, environmentally responsible solutions that protect them from legal liability and fuel their ESG goals. Read this article to find out more about the hidden costs of landfill and why office furniture recycling can save you money and time. Let's break down five essential things you should know before disposing of old office furniture to increase your profits and meet your clients' evolving needs.

What to Do with Your Old Office Furniture: 5 Sustainable and Cost Friendly Solutions

By Ida Gorecka • April 14, 2025
Every business eventually faces the same issue-what to do with old office furniture? Whether you're upgrading, downsizing, or simply refreshing your workspace, the fate of your redundant office furniture matters. Instead of sending it straight to landfill , there are smarter , more cost-effective ways to manage it. By making the right choices, you can save money, align with your company's ESG goals, and do your part to support the circular economy . Here are five easy and sustainable solutions to help you responsibly manage your old office furniture. Want to learn more about sustainable office furniture options and how they can save you money and time? Get in touch with us at Coggin SOS today.

Quality Assurance in Refurbished Office Furniture: What Standards Should You Expect as a Facilities Manager?

By Ida Gorecka • April 9, 2025
Did you know premium office chairs are designed to last 15+ years, yet most are replaced every 5 ? As a facilities manager balancing workspace planning, budget, and sustainability goals, you're constantly challenged to deliver quality affordably. What if you could cut furniture costs in half without compromising quality or ESG targets? Today's refurbished office furniture isn't what you might imagine. Modern refurbishment transforms quality second-hand pieces to look and perform like new, while saving money and reducing your carbon footprint. How can you ensure you're getting genuine quality when choosing refurbished pieces? Let's break down what you should expect when sourcing second-hand office furniture for your next project.