World Environment Day encourages us all to take better care of the planet. It’s a good opportunity to highlight small changes that make a big difference — whether it’s reducing waste, saving energy, or rethinking transport habits. In the workplace, it can spark conversation, connection, and a sense of shared responsibility among the team.

Things a Manager Can Do to Promote This Day at Work

Switch-Off Challenge: Encourage staff to switch off unused lights, monitors, or plugs — track team efforts with a whiteboard tally.

Green Commute Incentive: Promote walking, cycling or carpooling to work for the day and offer a small reward (e.g. coffee voucher).

Reusables Swap Station: Create a table for staff to bring in and take spare reusable items — bottles, lunchboxes, bags.

Plants for Desks: Offer small desk plants or let staff bring one from home to green up the office.

Lunch & Learn on Sustainability: Share a short video or article on workplace sustainability and hold a discussion over lunch.