Less than half of UK workers believe their workplace has a positive impact on society and the planet.
this is, latest report from your life When YouGovsurveyed 2093 UK adults regarding their attitudes towards environmental and social initiatives at work.
Only 39% of respondents agreed that their workplace had a positive and positive impact on both the environment and society.
According to previous research Fintech Timesenvironmental and social initiatives can have a significant impact on well-being at work.
In our workplaces, we are increasingly incorporating environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) initiatives as a way to increase employee engagement and stand out from our competitors.
Companies have invested more in ESG in recent years, and this report reveals what people at these companies want and expect from their workplaces.
According to the report:
- 66% of working adults in the UK, including 73% of women, agree that volunteering has a positive impact on their health.
- 52% feel happier if their employer takes them away from work to volunteer regularly and regularly.
- 53% agree they are more likely to volunteer for a cause if their workplace arranges for them.
- 42% say they are more likely to work for a company that has an environmental commitment than one that does not.
- 37% would avoid working for a company with poor environmental credentials.
The report found that many UK employees see ESG initiatives as an important factor when choosing where to work. Nonetheless, the survey found that less than half of employees agree that their workplace has a positive impact on society and the planet, suggesting that many employers strengthened her ESG proposition. indicates that you should
When asked to imagine working for a company that invests in tackling climate change and environmental issues, 62% of working adults agree they feel more positive about their company .
“Following the ‘big resignation’, employees are becoming increasingly conscious of choosing the workplace that best suits their needs, preferences and priorities. Sammy RubinCEO and Founder of ULife.
While the survey clearly shows that many UK employees want to work in an environment that makes a positive difference in society, employers are There is still a long way to go.
With many companies now having tighter budgets, it is especially important that companies do not lose sight of this important need and ensure their ESG spending is well aligned with employee expectations.