The travel and transport team at Newcastle Hospitals has been awarded the Public Transport Champion Award in the Mobilityways Commute Zero Hero Awards for supporting staff to make greener journeys.
Hosted by the climate tech provider Mobilityways, the awards honour organisations and individuals driving innovative commuting solutions that reduce carbon emissions and foster a culture of sustainability.
Dave Malone, Newcastle Hospitals senior trust transport lead said: “We are delighted to be recognised for our work to support staff to commute sustainably. Our team work incredibly hard to make sure that staff who need to park have the space to do so, whilst maintaining access for patients and visitors.
“We are committed to effectively managing our car parks and actively encourage sustainable and active travel. We also recognise that one mode of transport does not fit all, which is why we also support staff with mixed commuting options including the use of local park and rides.”
Mobilityways Managing Director, Julie Furnell, commented, “The Commute Zero Hero Awards recognise those leading the charge in making commuting greener, healthier, and more efficient.
“Our winners have developed best practices that deliver measurable impacts in the mission to make zero-carbon commuting a reality. From reducing emissions to improving the health, wealth, and happiness of their teams, these organisations demonstrate the transformative power of sustainable commuting solutions. We’re delighted to celebrate their success and inspire others to follow suit.”
As more workplaces encourage a return to the office, reducing the environmental impact of commuting is essential for achieving ambitious net zero targets. Often overlooked, Scope 3 commuting emissions account for 5% of the UK’s total carbon footprint, equating to 18 billion kilograms of CO2e annually.
Entries to the Mobilityways awards included projects from both the public and private sectors. Among the winners are Heathrow Airport, West Sussex County Council, and University Hospitals Dorset.
