Developing our tool-box – ETUC Shop Stewards Handbook Caroline Molloy Green Workplaces Conference 9 October 2012, Brussels

Aim of project Drafting an ETUC Green Workplaces handbook for worker representatives, to contain – practical advice on energy and resources efficiency – produced with the support of funding from the European Commission for the ETUC’s Green Workplaces Network. – Including case studies from the trade union project partners and networks, covering their pilots of new green workplace projects and workplace training on environmental issues

Getting started Quick walkround checklist Identifying quick wins Using existing joint union-management arrangements – Example of German Works Councils Union green events Importance of involving union members Environmental training a key focus Importance of monitoring and review

Getting organised Who is responsible for environmental issues? Finding out about environmental costs to business The importance of environmental audits Environmental management schemes – EMAS, ISO14001

Practical action – energy saving Measures being trialled can all help meet EU Energy Directive target of 20% energy reduction by 2020: – Energy audits – Working time – Insulation, draught-proofing, heating/cooling – Electrical & manufacturing efficiency – Automation – Co-generation and on-site renewables

Practical action – resource use Reducing resource use (and recycling) saves money, benefits ecosystems, and has huge climate change impacts Examples of union involvement in workplace action include – Paper, packaging & raw materials – Water – Food

Green Travel Travel to work survey a good place to start Green travel plans include measures like – Flexible working – Car sharing schemes – Promoting cycling and walking – Work buses & promoting local public transport – Using greener vehicles & eco-driving training

The bigger picture – beyond the workplace Green Jobs – Alliance for Jobs, Germany – Jobs must be high quality (example of recycling industry) Green Skills – Green construction skills project at South Thames College, UK

Additional resources & tips Walkround checklist Organising a green event Model workplace survey Website with details of case studies

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