ENVIRONMENT GREEN TRANSPORT (SDG 11 AND 13) Encourage employees to opt for low-emission transport, such as public transport or cycling, whilst travelling to and from work or travelling for business, to reduce carbon emissions.
RECYCLING (SDG 12, 13, 14 AND 15) Businesses should ensure that their workplace provides the correct recycling bins and has a recycling policy in place.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY (SDG 12 AND 13) Each business has a carbon footprint. To reduce this, businesses should actively create an environmentally-friendly workplace, by introducing plants to absorb CO2, turning off lights when not required and reducing printing.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY (SDG 7, 12 AND 13) Energy efficiency can be a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and to save money on energy bills that could be reinvested into your business.
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN (SDG 12) What we buy, and who we purchase it from, impacts the environment. Businesses should switch their supply chain to suppliers that are environmentally friendly and source materials in a sustainable way.
HEALTH AND WELLBEING WELLBEING OPPORTUNITIES (SDG 3 AND 8) Studies show that employers who promote positive wellbeing can boost employee engagement and create a work culture where individuals are driven to support organisational success. Businesses can support employees’ wellbeing by offering Employee Assistance Programmes.
HEALTHY OPTIONS (SDG 3 AND 12) Providing healthier food options for employees, such as fruit for the office (obtained from a sustainable source), can contribute to a happier, healthier workforce.
VOLUNTEERING (SDG 3 AND 11) Providing employees with the opportunity to give back to charities and their community can positively impact on employees’ overall wellness as well as benefit local communities.
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