If you’ve been paying attention to climate change/environmental issues for a while now, you’re probably in one of two camps: 1.) Excited that there’s a day to celebrate Mother Earth and bring awareness to the climate crisis 2.) Feel that having only one dedicated day per year is not enough and exhausted by the baseless greenwashing put out by many companies. Or a 3rd) Feel the juxtaposition of both emotions.
While every day should be treated as Earth Day, the yearly holiday is a great opportunity to start the conversation and inspire your company to adopt sustainable business practices. Whether you work for a social impact organization, traditional business, remotely, in-person, or hybrid, we have celebration ideas for you. Read on to discover how to incorporate sustainability into your workplace on Earth Day and beyond.
Have a team-bonding event by participating in an outdoor clean-up activity
Host a plant-based potluck at your workplace
Divest from fossil fuels and/or invest in community solar
Coordinate a waste-free living workshop for employees
Plant trees as an organization
Start a composting program
Take an eco-friendly field trip to learn about the environment
Develop incentives for employees to find eco-friendly ways of transportation to work
Create an environmental stewardship awards ceremony for employees
Make a public commitment to reduce company emissions
Plan an Earth Day movie screening
Host a clothing swap/donation drive
Organize a carpool with teammates
Host an e-waste recycle drive
Source local products in the office or home office
Start or join a company sustainability group
It is our hope that this list will show that there are multiple ways to make a positive impact on the environment no matter where you work. Like the renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead says, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.”