Greener......better??

So many companies have been making the claim that they are "going green" ...are their methods truly effective? I've heard of a company removing all personal garbage cans in favor of central trash receiving areas in buildings. Hmm that sounds like it would merely hinder productivity....every time you need to throw something out you have to leave your desk, which creates multiple opportunities for 'water cooler talk', or you could end up with a nasty mess on your desk. I'm just trying to understand where the true value is in it....if you can figure it out please let us know!