WeWork’s approach to sustainability
Community is at the heart of everything we do—from the businesses we support to the spaces we build. Our purpose is to harness the power of community to make a positive impact on people and the environment.
Guided by principles
Transparency, accountability, and integrity are our foundation as we strive to build sound operations and an inclusive environment through:
- Encouraging growth by offering training courses across all levels
- Living up to our code of conduct and policies
- Providing meaningful benefits and support programs
- Embedding inclusion, diversity, equity, and advancement across our business
Putting people first
Through programs and partnerships focused on learning, health, and opportunity, we aim to positively impact people by:
- Providing spaces to underserved communities
- Championing learning and opportunity
- Promoting health and well-being
- Supporting our local communities
Improving the planet
By embracing sustainable strategies and best practices, we’re committed to creating greener, more eco-friendly spaces by:
- Working to become operationally carbon neutral
- Prioritizing renewable energy sources
- Focusing on responsible resource use
- Encouraging sustainability within our supply chain
WeWork’s commitment
In March 2018 WeWork launched a Zero Plastics Program* and have eliminated single-use disposable plastics from daily operations globally.
*Post Covid-19, we will temporarily be introducing some single-use condiments, cups, and cutlery to our pantries to mitigate the spread of the virus further. We will use environmentally friendly options where possible.
In 2020, WeWork set a goal to reduce our energy and water use by 20% by 2025**
** From a 2019 baseline
WeWork is committed to supporting communities through our voluntary impact platform, focused on the environment and environmental awareness
Prioritise sustainable and healthy materials, with low VOC, formaldehyde and other toxic chemicals. Encouraging the use of recycled materials used in design and operations
Providing tools, training, resources and targeted initiatives to enable all employees to better their physical, financial, and psychological well being.
Employee engagement
We are working across India to create programs that allow our employees to get involved and give back.
Highlights
Beach clean up in Mumbai
We support children's cancer foundation in Bangalore
Conduct sessions with our building support staff and children with soft skills and language.
Ongoing involvement by the WeWork Impact team to respond to any calamity in India with support and donation efforts
Let’s work together for a better tomorrow
Making a positive impact around us can be a challenge. We are committed to working together to build communities that foster compassion for people and the planet. We strive to inspire our employees, community, and peers to care for one another to impact their day-to-day lives positively.
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Our Global Partners
Our partners share a similar vision, mission and goals to help make a difference.
