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Business in Vancouver September 9-15, 2008; issue 985 Quotes from survey respondents on energy’s impact on their business
“Being in the commercial transportation industry and transporting everything from food to building supplies, I don’t understand why we pay tax on petrol at all. Truck drivers should be exempt from government taxes at the source.” “We moved the office to a location that was closer and more convenient to bus routes to ensure workers have options. Many have taken advantage of the initiative.” “We’re a green company already working from home and from a design studio within walking distance. All our suppliers and services are nearby. We deliberately set our company up this way five years ago before energy costs really started to raise.” “Short of moving to a rural location and setting up a home-based business, we’re doing all we can. Because we lease rather than own our building, it doesn’t make sense to spend money to upgrade the building with energy-saving systems, skylights, etc. The landlord has no interest in doing it because he doesn’t pay the energy costs.” “As a commercial transportation company (buses) we’re getting hammered. While we do everything we can to lessen our energy costs, we have no options when it comes to fuel.” “Keeping a close eye on all company costs, not just energy. Working from home is not a viable option for our staff or for the well-being of the company. We would consider viable options to becoming less reliant on air-conditioning.” “We work and live in the Interior and work out of town. Nothing we can do about travel costs. Smaller vehicles will not haul tools and supplies. Diesel is more expensive than gas, and it’s hard to pass on costs. Employees are upset if they have to drive on their nickel to new job sites, but who should pay for their commute? It’s a stressful time to be in business doing what we do.” |
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