Workplaces urged to join scheme to enhance environment
A new scheme, designed to empower businesses and organisations to contribute to the cleanliness and sustainability of their communities, has been launched by Telford & Wrekin Council today.
The first to sign up is a business called ‘Cofresco’, a Division of Melitta UK, brand owners of Bacofoil and Wrapmaster and are based in Hortonwood, Telford.
Cofresco recently formed a sustainability champions committee, and Libby Coe, sustainability manager at Cofresco, said: “Our sustainability champions are cross-functional colleagues dedicated to improving our workplace and local environment.
“Partnering with Telford & Wrekin Council through the workplace champions scheme has been invaluable, providing us with equipment and guidance on litter picking and disposal. “The Cofresco and Melitta UK teams have found the litter picks rewarding and enjoyable, giving them an opportunity to engage with one another in the fresh air and making the local area a nicer place for everyone.”
Councillor Raj Mehta, (Lab) Cabinet Member for Inclusion, Engagement, Equalities & Civic Pride said: “We are pleased to have got this off the ground with our first, dedicated and enthusiastic groups of champions.
With their help and other teams like them, we can not only enhance our local environment but also foster a sense of community among businesses and their employees making Telford and Wrekin a cleaner, greener and safer place to live.
The initiative invites businesses, community organisations, parish and town councils, and schools in Telford & Wrekin to participate and participating organisations are encouraged to conduct at least two to three litter picking events each year
Joining the scheme is easy, organisations must complete an application form after which the council will guide them through the sign-up process. Once complete the new team will receive litter picking equipment such as high-visibility vests, and bags for rubbish collection.
Organisations must be based in Telford and Wrekin, and schools can sign up for staff participation only Up to 20 employees per organization can sign up, regardless of where they live.