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Remote and hybrid working may have significant impact on carbon footprint

Workplace Insight

Fully remote workers can have a 54 percent lower carbon footprint compared with fully in-office workers, and all forms of remote and hybrid working have the potential to cut emissions, according to a new study from researcher at Cornell University and sponsored by Microsoft.

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Reaching Beyond The Desk: How Coworking Spaces Can Transform Communities

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But beyond this, flexible workspaces are now contributing to the community in a variety of ways, from helping to reduce the carbon footprint of daily commutes, to driving local economic growth and supporting local charity initiatives.

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Climate Quitting And 7 More Reasons Your Company Needs More Sustainable Practices

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A staggering 90% of Gen Zs and millennials are actively striving to minimize their carbon footprint and positively impact the environment. A staggering 90% of Gen Zs and millennials are actively striving to minimize their carbon footprint and positively impact the environment.

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The Secret To Driving Demand: Eco-friendly Flexible Workspaces

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Architectural strategies that reduce energy consumption , such as maximizing natural light and using recycled or upcycled materials, contribute to a reduced carbon footprint. Enhancing Workspace Experience with Eco-Friendly Design Eco-friendly design plays a vital role in aligning flexible workspaces with environmental concerns.

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Hybrid Models Could Remedy The Disconnect Between Employees And Employers

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Workers want freedom, but managers want good attendance rates. Not only do employees benefit from dramatically improved work-life balance, but by switching to a hybrid model, businesses can expect to save an average of more than $13,000 per employee — all while minimizing their carbon footprint.” .

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Hybrid working ‘allows organisations to cut energy use by a fifth’

Workplace Insight

surveyed more than 500 leaders and facilities managers at businesses that have adopted hybrid working policies. The findings revealed that average energy consumption in those companies has fallen by 19 percent since the introduction of hybrid working policies, benefiting both the environment and their bottom line.

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How Small Businesses can ease their Carbon Footprint (and Exceed in their Industry)

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All you need to do is keep an open mind to the concept, provide the tools for the job (such as VoiP phones, online meeting software, project management tools) and you’re ready to cut down on waste and gain a cool edge over the competition that’s stuck in the traditional “office space” mentality. What’s stopping yours?