To meet our net zero carbon targets it's essential that emissions from travel to and for work are decarbonised. Businesses can play a key role in supporting this.
The transport sector has become the highest contributor to UK carbon emissions; it's estimated that travel for work accounts for 37% of all passenger transport emissions, with 24% coming from commuting and 13% from travel for business.
Shifting more travel onto ‘active modes’ like walking and cycling reduces emissions and can contribute to improved health and reduce traffic congestion. Shifting from private cars to public transport for travel will also reduce traffic congestion and improve local air quality, while a move to electric vehicles will drastically reduce overall CO2 emissions.
All three interventions can be supported through workplace schemes, such as the cycle to work scheme, subsidised season tickets, onsite facilities such as secure bike storage and electric vehicle charge points, and incentivising colleagues to change to electric vehicles through a company car scheme.
As a UK business you could save thousands by switching to electric cars or vans thanks to government grants, significant fuel savings and vastly reduced repair and maintenance costs. To find out more visit grants and tax benefits for business.
To find out more about the measures you can take to reduce your energy bills for your business, visit you and your business.
Here's where to go for more advice on making your business more energy efficient.