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people could work anywhere in the world without leaving their neighborhood.

 

Check out this amazing video on the WORKshift Regional Telework Program from our partners at Calgary Economic Development.

 

            

 

 

Well over 100 million people worldwide could Work Anywhere 1-2 days per week. This would trigger combined savings of roughly $1 trillion annually for employees, their employers, and government agencies responsible for transportation, environment, and health. It would also cut 100-300 million tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

 

EMPLOYEES

would save:

  • $2,000 - $10,000 in after tax dollars / year
  • 100 - 200 Gallons of fuel / year
  • Up to 160 hours of commuting time / year
  • 1.5 to 5 metric tonnes of CO2 / year (equates to 7.5%-25% of an individual's annual carbon footprint
 

COMPANIES

would benefit too:

  • Up to $10,000 real estate and other cost savings / employee / year
  • 42% of Canadian employees could be lured away by having the option to telework
  • Up to 60% reduction in building footprint by moving to “free address” model for necessary workspaces
 

COMMUNITIES

would also benefit:

  • $1,500 - $7,500 in positive economic impact / teleworker year
  • $43 Billion saved at the fuel pump every year due to decreased consumption
  • 3000 kg CO2 per teleworker per year
  • 44% reduction of non-commute related business travel with increased utilization of telecommunications and videoconferencing technology
  • Stronger social fabric and significantly better economic performance

 

Learn More About the Benefits of Work Anywhere