In the UK we have just experienced the warmest and wettest December since 1910. We all know about global warming and business travel and, for most companies, it is the biggest contributor to their Carbon footprint.

CO2 emissions from corporate travel can, in fact, account for over 25% of a company’s carbon footprint and emissions from travel are seen as highly visible indicators of the environmental impact of a business.

With a growing demand for environmental controls on business travel, many companies are turning to travel management companies for support.

The first step in cutting your CO2 emissions is to evaluate the impact of your business travel on the environment. The next step is to look at ways to reduce or minimise the impact of these journeys.

Businesses keen to reduce their footprint, increase their efficiency and enter into a partnership with a TMC should at least look for an agency that offers a carbon offsetting travel solution to reduce the impact of corporate travel.

Carbon offsetting solutions work by calculating the carbon emissions of each trip using a carbon calculator that utilises best practice CO2 emissions data.

For every kg of CO2 produced by travel, money is invested in Carbon reduction projects. Ultimately, this is a substantial task and, with so many pressures already draining travel managers’ time, it’s one that often gets pushed to the bottom of the priorities list.

Business travel damages the environment and can put a strain on traveler’s wellbeing and reducing travel can help cut costs. It’s important for companies to strike the right balance.