What is Employee Commuting Emissions?
Employee commuting emissions refer to the carbon footprint generated by employees traveling between their homes and the workplace. While this category may represent only a small portion of a company’s overall emissions, it is important to include it for a complete and accurate carbon footprint assessment.
How to Calculate Employee Commuting Emissions
To estimate commuting emissions efficiently, follow these simple steps:
1. Enter the Total Number of Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs)
• This ensures that emissions are calculated based on the workforce size.
2. Select the Remote Work Policy
• Indicate whether employees work fully remote, hybrid, or on-site to adjust the commuting impact accordingly.
The system will then apply default emission factors based on typical commuting distances and transportation modes, ensuring a reliable estimate of employee commuting emissions.
Why Track Commuting Emissions?
• Regulatory Compliance – Some sustainability frameworks require reporting on employee commuting.
• Sustainability Goals – Helps identify opportunities for emission reductions, such as promoting remote work or sustainable commuting options.
• Comprehensive Carbon Accounting – Ensures that indirect emissions related to workforce mobility are accounted for.
By incorporating employee commuting into your emissions tracking, you gain a more holistic view of your organization’s environmental impact while simplifying data collection through a streamlined approach.