In today’s work environment, flexibility is key for both people and the planet.

• By reducing the need for commuting or offering less polluting transportation options, you can:

6 Surprising Environmental Impacts of Remotely Working from Home | Earth.Org

The Powerful Environmental Benefits of Remote Work

<aside> ⚖️ What the law says: The French 2019 Loi des Mobilités implemented the “forfait mobilités durables” (FMD) for workers and private sectors employers: ⇒ As an employer, it’ll allow you to subsidise your employee’s transportations to and from work, against tax alleviations up to 700€ per year and per employee.

All employees are eligible for the FMD under reserve of disclosing their transportation methods or their mobility expenses ⇒ To know more about what transportation methods are included

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Where to start 🌿

1. Assess current transportation practices - survey your employees to understand current commuting habits, preferences and challenges.
2. Calculate your transportation CO2 impact here
3. Set clear objectives - delineate your priorities based on your environment and social goals (reduction in carbon emissions, improvements in employee wellness…)
4. Develop incentive programmes:
   1. Subsidise and reimburse transports with FMDs or passes for public transportation
   2. Facilitate carpooling and ride-sharing - set up a carpool matching system between employees, provide parking benefits for carpool vehicles and electric cars
   3. Adapt work - Promote remote work, offer flexible hours to reduce peak-time travel
   4. Promote active transportation - create incentives for cycling to work (bike racks, lockers, showers), encourage walking for short distances
5. Educate and engage employees - Train your employees and raise awareness to educate about the benefits of sustainable transportation
6. Compliance and certification - ensure the policy adheres to regulations, track progress, seek sustainability certifications (ISO 14001)

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