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5 steps to create a sustainable workplace

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Making your workplace more sustainable? It’s possible! And it’s good for everybody. Your company thus combines environmental protection, sustainable development, and employee satisfaction.

Step 1: I reduce my waste and control my energy consumption

How?

  • Sort waste;
  • Integrate the circular economy;
  • Use recyclable products;
  • Optimise the use of equipment;
  • Use renewable energies;
  • Switch off unused devices.

Step 2: I take a step towards carbon neutrality

How?

  • Limit the sending of e-mails;
  • Sort and clean e-mails;
  • Turn off your computer;
  • Limit attachments;
  • Reduce your email signature.

Step 3: I work with responsible suppliers

How?

  • Source from responsible and local suppliers;
  • Develop common sustainable procurement processes;
  • Establish a responsible charter;
  • Choose recycled and sustainable products;
  • Favour green transport.

Step 4: I pay attention to the health and well-being of my employees

How?

  • Secure workspaces;
  • Propose ergonomic workplaces;
  • Provide appropriate safety equipment;
  • Respect work, break and rest times;
  • Improve teleworking and night work conditions;
  • Measure employee satisfaction.

Step 5: I take into account the pillars of sustainable development and I communicate my actions

How?

  • Involve your employees;
  • Implement action plans for sustainable development;
  • Measure impacts and establish improvement plans;
  • Formalise a CSR policy within the company;
  • Share commitments, objectives, actions and advice with all stakeholders.

 

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Lauren Warwick