Carbon-friendly commuting
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| NIWA's Sarah Bury is a regular cycle commuter |
Bike sheds are full to the brim at Greta Point's National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research (NIWA), thanks in part to an effective workplace travel plan.
NIWA scientist Sarah Bury says the desire for such a plan came from staff, senior management and the board wanting to reduce their carbon footprint.
"Most people who work for NIWA have a strong personal commitment to sustainability. People here also seem to be generally aware of the importance of health and fitness. And this is an awkward location for people to take public transport to and from, so that's another incentive to ride to work."
Greater Wellington is working on travel plans with 12 major organisations in the region. Sustainable Transport Planner Ping Sim says a travel plan gives people choices while still meeting their needs.
"A plan puts things in place, such as access to taxis or company cars in emergencies, so people can make sustainable choices and have peace of mind at the same time."