Literacy
How the way we move impacts the planet and how businesses can reduce workplace transport emissions to lessen this impact.
Recommended Duration
Online learning
1
Eco-literacy assessment
1
CPD credits
4
Employee surveys
Overview
Sustainable Transport for Business is a comprehensive training experience designed to equip employees with the knowledge and skills needed to integrate sustainable transportation practices into the corporate world.
Businesses are facing increasing scrutiny for their environmental and social impacts, so understanding sustainable transportation fundamentals, embracing responsible mobility, and incorporating transportation-related metrics into Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is essential.
This course empowers participants to address transportation-related challenges in the corporate context, explore sustainable solutions, and contribute to more eco-friendly and responsible transportation practices in their organisations.
Assessment Criteria
The assessment takes approximately 10 minutes and is graded by percentage. There are 10 multiple choice questions (MCQs) upon completion of four lessons. The certification criteria is 40%, and learners may retake the assessment.
SDG's
Business Value
Companies that optimise employee commuting patterns can reduce carbon intensity in this area by over 92%.
Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will have a strong understanding of:
Fundamental terminology associated with sustainable transport.
The links between sustainable transport and the UN SDGs.
The Key EU legislation with regard to sustainable transport.
Ecologic, economic and social importance of transport.
The key actions employees can take to promote sustainable transport in their organisations.
4
sections
1
hr
duration
Explore sustainable transport, its global impact on greenhouse gas emissions, its link to the UN SDGs, its importance in business ESG reporting, and the business case for adopting sustainable transport practices.
Actionable Outcome:
Survey employees to assess attitudes towards remote and office-based working arrangements.
2
lessons to complete
15
min
Section duration
Discover the environmental effects of transport, the business risks of unsustainable practices, and the socio-economic impacts of transport illustrated by compelling case studies.
Actionable Outcome:
Improve company-wide literacy levels on transport-related environmental risks.
2
lessons to complete
12
min
Section duration
Learn about the key EU and UK policies driving sustainable transport and infrastructure development, explore the most promising solutions, and discover how businesses can enhance sustainability in their transport practices.
Actionable Outcome:
Conduct a company-wide survey to gather ideas and suggestions from employees on promoting sustainable transport options within the organisation.
2
lessons to complete
13
min
Section duration
Understand the link between sustainable transport and UN SDG 11, and discover key actions individuals and employees can take to promote sustainable transport and reduce scope emissions in the workplace.
Actionable Outcome:
Collect employee commute data and analyse it to develop tailored initiatives aimed at reducing scope emissions and promoting sustainable transport options within the workplace.
2
lessons to complete
10
min
Section duration
Áine Higgins
Head, ESG and Sustainability
"NTR had the pleasure of working with the Vyra Team. The training was engaging, beautifully presented, and prompted participants to consider what they could do to help the biodiversity challenge. The structure of the training made it easy for all to fit into busy schedules."
Jan 2024
Sean O’Connell
Event Operations Executive
“At the beginning of our sustainability journey, we were looking for assistance in helping us to educate our staff on the various topics in this space. We found Vyra’s online platform and content the perfect tool to achieve this.”
Mar 2023
David Terceño
ESG & Corporate Communications
"Working with Vyra has allowed us to develop high quality biodiversity and sustainability modules that are not only informative but also engaging and easy to complete, allowing our employee to keep their focus in all their essential work."
Jun 2023
Nay Pereira
Sustainability Co-ordinator
"Vyra is an amazing tool that makes sustainability part of our everyday life, combining practical challenges and a great interface with trustworthy information on a wide variety of ESG topics. It really helps us to inspire and empower our team!"
Nov 2022
Nick Tennant
ESG & Commercial Reporting Manager
"If approached by others I would strongly recommend the use of the Vyra training courses."
May 2024
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