Energia Group welcomes the release of the second Elevate Pledge report from Business in the Community Ireland. As an organisation Energia Group remains committed to building an inclusive company culture that leverages diversity and supports professional development opportunities that are representative of all members of Irish society. Since signing the elevate pledge in 2021, Energia Group has displayed a steadfast commitment to creating a more inclusive workplace through a number of concrete actions.
In 2022 the Group introduced two women’s health policies, Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Treatment and a Managers guidance document to support women through the Menopause forming part of the company’s broader strategy of supporting all employees through every life stage and fostering a culture of inclusion. In 2023, the Group has continued to deliver initiatives focusing on cultivating an inclusive workplace. These initiatives include the Group’s partnership with Riley, an eco-friendly company that is providing free period care products to all Energia employees across its offices in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Energia Group has recently launched an initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. The support tool, titled Read & Write is designed to support each employee by offering help with everyday tasks like reading text out loud, understanding unfamiliar words, researching assignments and proofing written work.
These measures are just some of the initiatives being implemented by Energia Group as it focuses on policies aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDG 8 on Decent Work & Economic Growth.
The Elevate Pledge report provides an overview of the progress made by Irish businesses in fulfilling their commitments to the Community Business Ireland Elevate Pledge. The report highlights the positive impact that businesses are having on their workplaces and showcases initiatives from signatories of the pledge. The report is intended to inspire other businesses to get involved and make a positive impact for their workforce.
Commenting on the release of the second annual Elevate Pledge report, Michele Hanley, Energia Group’s HR Director said, “At Energia Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace for all of our staff. We welcome the release of the second annual Elevate Pledge report that highlights our dedication to creating an inclusive workplace for all our staff across the island of Ireland. We understand that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords, but rather essential elements for building a successful and thriving workplace. By fostering an inclusive culture that is representative of all of Irish society, we can create a more innovative, productive, and fulfilling work environment for all. Our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace is not just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing to do for our business and our team.”
Business in The Community’s Elevate Pledge Annual Report is available to read here: www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge
Energia Group has won a wide range of awards for programmes encompassing sustainability, innovation in energy supply, customer service, sponsorships and community engagement. Energia Group is also 1 of only 45 companies in Ireland to have been awarded the Business Working Responsibly Mark by Business in the Community Ireland.
