Clean Air Day- Resources for Managers
Resources for Managers
Managers play a pivotal role in shaping workplace culture and driving positive change. Positioned at the intersection of leadership and daily operations, they have the unique ability to influence behaviours, set priorities, and inspire action. When it comes to improving air quality, managers can lead by example—championing sustainable practices, encouraging active travel, and fostering an environment where environmental responsibility is part of everyday decision-making. By embedding clean air initiatives into workplace values and routines, managers can create lasting impact both within their teams and in the wider community.
Modeshift Stars Travel Planning Platform
An effective way to implement practices that support improved air quality is to implement an effective travel plan in your workplace. Hampshire County Council is offering free access and support to use the Modeshift STARS Business Travel Planning Platform for organisations in Hampshire. Visit our webpages to find out more and enquire about Modeshift STARS.
What is Modeshift STARS?
Modeshift STARS is a national accreditation scheme for businesses, education, and community organisations that excel in promoting walking, cycling, and other sustainable travel methods through effective Travel Plans.
What is a Travel Plan?
A Travel Plan is a set of actions aimed at reducing single occupancy vehicle use and encouraging more sustainable travel options.
Overview Information for Managers
For a brief overview of the policy and legislation relevant to workplaces and tips and advice on how to take positive steps towards improved air quality in and around your workplace, please read over our information sheet and share with key decision makes within your organisation.
View the information sheet HERE.
Sign up to be a 'Business for Clean Air'
Business for Clean Air (B4CA) is an initiative open to companies who are committed to understanding and addressing their impact on air pollution.
Co-developed in 2019, by Global Action Plan, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), and members of the Business Clean Air Taskforce (BCAT), the initiative is the first of its kind, offering businesses a practical steer on how to tackle their direct and indirect contribution to air pollution.
In signing up to become a Business for Clean Air, your company will commit to a minimum of four principles:
1. Publicly declare a corporate commitment to take action on air pollution
2. Develop a company plan to reduce operational impact on air pollution
3. Take action on any identified adverse impact on air quality
4. Commit to report annually on progress
Find out more here: Action on Clean Air | Business for Clean Air
Don't forget to enter our prize draw.
Organisations within Hampshire County Council's boundary that complete a minimum of three activities from our Clean Air Day webpages have the chance to win a fantastic air purifying indoor plant bundle.
Not eligible for the prize draw? Your efforts still count.
We’d love to hear how you're supporting Clean Air Day so we can celebrate and share your impact with others. Every action helps inspire change.