8 Great Ways to Increase Employee Engagement in Sustainability
Sustainability can be implemented from the largest of corporate offices, to a small 2 person operation. Most businesses can agree that sustainability in the workplace is
important, bu
t when it comes to actually implementing it, that’s where companies fall short. Here
are 8 ways in which to increase employee engagement in the workplacSustainability can be implemented from the largest of corporate offices, to a small 2 person operation.
Most businesses can agree that sustainability in the workplace is important, but when it comes to actually implementing it, that’s where companies fall short.
Here are 8 ways in which to increase employee engagement in the workplace!
#1. Establish the company’s long-term purpose:
How do we align the company’s values with employees’ personal values?
Generally speaking, in order for a company to be sustainable long term, they should be working towards having a positive effect on the environment and society.
Companies can care about more than just profit, implementing what is called a triple bottom line.
To engage employees in sustainability practices, they should have an understanding of the purpose of the work they do.
#2. Illustrate the economic benefits of sustainability:
As mentioned above, it is important for companies to work towards benefiting society and the planet.
All companies must be profitable in order to survive, but luckily sustainability is profitable!
Companies must demonstrate the economic benefits of sustainability to justify environmental initiatives to their employees.
Employees are more likely to support an initiative if they understand how it benefits the company, and in turn benefits them.
#3. Teach competence and knowledge of sustainability
Every employee should feel empowered in their own knowledge of sustainable practices.
Training and resources can be implemented in a variety of ways such as sustainability webinars, newsletters or modules (if you’re interested in any of these, check out what we can do for your team here).
It’s important to show employees concrete ways of implementing sustainability in the workplace so that everyone feels empowered to take action.
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#4. Make every employee a sustainability champion:
Everyone has a role to play in sustainability in the workplace.
Support across all departments and levels is crucial for a successful sustainability program.
By establishing a purpose, demonstrating economic benefits and relaying knowledge, every employee will be engaged in sustainability.
#5. Represent all employees with sustainability practice:
Everyone should have a seat at this table.
All voices are important to be heard, because sustainability affects all of us.
Employees are more likely to engage with a sustainability program if they feel involved in its creation.
Gather feedback through surveys, dedicate time during team meetings or even create a green team to ensure your sustainability program is representative of your workplace.
#6. Encourage healthy competition among employees:
Who doesn’t like prizes?
In order to engage employees in sustainability, you must give them incentives.
Creating a healthy competition that involves teamwork and collaboration is a great way to have fun while also working towards your sustainability goals. Want a great way to do this?
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#7. Exemplify sustainability across all channels:
Sustainability should be focused inwards and outwards.
It is not enough to use green buzzwords and call it a day.
Sustainability should be embedded across all aspects of the company, so that it is visible to everyone the sincerity of your sustainability program.
Celebrate your success loudly and proudly when you achieve your goals!
#8. Showcase a higher purpose by creating transformational change:
Implementing sustainability in the workplace creates real world change.
By increasing employee engagement, you’re having tangible impacts on the environment.
You’re inspiring people to incorporate sustainability into every aspect of their lives, and that’s where real change can be made.
By implementing an internal sustainability plan, you contribute to your employees wellbeing, security and happiness in the workplace.
You position yourself as an industry leader and your employees are more likely to stick around to see their efforts come to fruition.
Increasing employee engagement in sustainability can be a big undertaking, but it is well worth the effort.
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