2c. Work as greener teams
The impacts of the team working on a service are one the embodied impacts of that service. This includes in-house and supplier teams. Setting up teams to work in greener ways can use less resources throughout the project’s lifecycle.
Likely Lead Roles
Delivery manager
Sub-actions
2c. (i) Have a plan in place for team travel
2c. (ii) Create space for team to discuss sustainability
2c. (iii) Take a greener approach to meetings
2c. (iv) Provide training to help deliver greener services
(i) Have a plan in place for team travel
Having the right tech packages and policies mean business travel is only needed when delivering benefit. It teams are travelling, encourage green transport.
Environmental benefit:
Reducing team travel in turn reduces energy use and direct greenhouse gas emissions.
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(ii) Create space for team to discuss sustainability
Encourage sustainability discussions by:
• devoting time in sprint planning and retros to discuss digital sustainability
• ensuring teams understand the reasons for developing green services
• document and share the benefits of sustainability on other project priorities
• include talks around sustainability at team and community sessions
Environmental benefit:
Discussing sustainability raises general awareness and may highlight opportunities for action.
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(iii) Take a greener approach to meetings
Set up purposeful meetings, with a clear agenda and actions to take away.
If a meeting is online, turn off videos after introductions and only screen share when required
Environmental benefit:
Greener meetings save on resources.
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(iv) Provide training to help deliver greener services
Training for how to deliver promotes a culture of environmental sustainability. Sharing understanding of sustainability goals helps create passion.
Make sure sustainability training is available to all staff, including contractors.
Environmental benefit:
Training provides the know-how and culture for delivering change.