Empowering employees to make sustainable choices

By Graham Paul, Service Delivery Director at TEAM Energy

As organisations across the UK strive to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace sustainable practices, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a viable and eco-friendly transportation solution. TEAM Energy believes that encouraging employees to switch to EVs can significantly contribute to a company’s sustainability goals.

Why promote electric vehicles (EVs)?

Electric vehicles offer numerous benefits that align with a commitment to sustainability:

• Cost Savings: EVs typically have lower fuel and maintenance costs compared to traditional petrol or diesel vehicles. This translates to significant savings for both employees and your organisation scope 3 emissions.
• Tax Incentives: There are attractive tax benefits and government incentives available for adopting EVs, making them a financially sound choice.
• Corporate Image: By promoting the use of EVs, companies enhance their green credentials and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability.
• Employee Satisfaction: Providing employees with modern, efficient, and environmentally friendly transportation options can boost morale and job satisfaction.

Helping employees evaluate EV suitability

To support employees in making informed decisions about switching to electric vehicles, we’ve developed an easy-to-use EV Suitability Calculator. This tool evaluates various factors to provide a tailored recommendation based on individual needs and circumstances.

How the EV Suitability Calculator works

Our EV Suitability Calculator takes into account the following factors:

• Budget: Assess if the budget aligns with the cost of purchasing an EV.
• Driving Distance: Evaluate driving distances.
• Charging Infrastructure: Determine the availability of home and public charging options.
• Battery Warranty: Consider the warranty period of the EV battery.
• Performance and Environmental Preferences: Reflect on preferences for performance and environmental impact.
• Additional Factors: Consider off-street parking, ability to fully charge at home, and if you are a company car driver.
• Company-Specific Factors: For company car drivers, consider the availability of free workplace charging and tax benefits.

Steps to use the calculator

1. Enter details: Employees provide information about their budget, driving habits, and charging options.
2. Get a score: The calculator generates a suitability score based on the inputs.
3. Make an informed decision: Employees use the score to determine if an EV is the right choice for them.

Supporting your employees’ transition to electric vehicles

Graham Paul, Service Delivery Director at TEAM Energy:

At TEAM, we are supporting our employees’ transition to EVs by providing free charging points at our offices and an EV salary sacrifice scheme as part of our net zero journey. The benefits of doing so are evident in terms of employee satisfaction and our overall sustainability goals.

Is an electric vehicle right for your employees?

Graham Paul, Service Delivery Director at TEAM Energy:

As people work towards reducing their carbon footprint and adopting sustainable practices, electric vehicles (EVs) have become a practical and environmentally friendly transportation option. Whether looking at an EV for personal use or as a company car, the advantages are significant.

Together, we can make a difference and drive towards a cleaner, more sustainable world.