More Green Ideas for Work

There are any number of ways you can bring your ‘green’ enthusiasm to work. Cycling, group projects, and taking a look at company policy can all spark renewed energy amongst your workmates.

Cycling is one of the greenest ways to travel to work and there is lots you can do to propagate its many benefits. Firstly, get your company to join Cyclescheme. It is a government-subsidised initiative giving workers the chance to buy a bike tax-free. You can also set up a bike users group (commonly known as Bugs) to spread the word, offer advice to new cyclists, and arrange for bike mechanics to regularly visit the workplace, set up a cycling newsletter, campaign for showers at work –whatever you choose to focus on..

The environmental message has a tendency sometimes to come across as too weighty. Getting involved in an eco-promotion is sometimes an interesting way to increase people’s awareness without being too pushy. There are lots of initiatives out there to take your pick from, such as National Liftshare Day, National Bike to Work Week, or Earth Day on April 22.

Also, consider drawing up an environmental policy that can be presented to the public, clients and staff that gives clear details of all the initiatives and targets your company has undertaken. Making your environmental aims open and visible in this way will enhance customer and business relations and will help you achieve your targets. Be sure that you keep the policy updated with reports on which targets have been met and how effective your green policies have been.

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