A Scottish tech startup is urging UK firms to educate and empower employees on business climate impact to tackle global warming.

Employee benefit provider Mór has launched a campaign to highlight the impact that businesses have on society and the environment.

The company has announced a collection of partnerships aiming to raise awareness of environmental, social and governance criteria and corporate social responsibility.

Mór, who launched in March 2021, has partnered with organisations such as The Verdancy Group, electric vehicle rental company Octopus EV and ride-sharing app Hiyacar as they look to help businesses find new ways to achieve their social responsibility goals and provide them with a path to net zero.

On average, an office worker will send and receive around 140 emails per day, which over the course of a year creates 1,688kg of C02 and is the equivalent of using 16,800 plastic bags.

Mistakes in email sending are also exacerbating business climate impact. Tessian’s Psychology of Human Error report revealed that 29% of respondents have sent work emails to the wrong person.

While the percentage of employees who have sent emails to the wrong person has dropped since 2020 (by 8%), the report found that the consequences of making mistakes not only increases the number of emails being sent unnecessarily, but compromises cybersecurity.

Commenting on the numbers, co-CEO of Mór, Craig Unsworth, said: “People are finally starting to wake up to the effects that their daily lives are having on the planet – not just at home, but in the office as well.

“People don’t often take this into consideration, and the impact businesses have on the environment is staggering.

“We want to offer business owners and employees a selection of experiences and resources that are not only exciting, but beneficial to a greater cause.”

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The collection has already seen some major names come on board. The Verdancy Group, a sustainability training and guidance provider working with individuals and businesses alike has provided resources and discounts on their accredited modules and consultation services.

Director of The Verdancy Group, Steven Kiakowski, explained why partnerships such as these are important: “It’s fantastic to have a commitment to zero carbon, but employees and the wider supply chain have to understand the role they play in realising that vision.

“A culture change takes in every member of the team – it starts with educating them and explaining what a carbon footprint is and the meaning behind net zero emissions.

“Businesses are now under increasing pressure to adopt and demonstrate their sustainable practices and credentials.”

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