Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) plans to align its human resource practices in line with the best practices for a Green Economy.
Building on its promise of “Advancing the Green Economy”, CDB plans to create an environment-friendly workforce that can understand and appreciate a green culture in the company.
CDB’s Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) strategy uses HRM policies to promote the sustainable use of resources within the organisation and promotes environmental sustainability. GHRM is directly responsible for creating a green workforce at CDB that benefits the individuals, society, nature, environment, and the business in the long run.
“We›ve been taking small steps to make big changes; CDB began the transition to 100 percent renewable energy by installing light switch sensors and installing solar powered lighting in branches where possible, promoting carpooling/sharing, and encouraging team members to use hybrid or electric vehicles as much as possible.
We also provide virtual interviews and an e-learning platform to our employees,” said Executive Director, Corporate Finance at CDB, Roshan Abeygoonewardena.
The company has also formulated an action plan to achieve a complete paper-free organisation within the next three years, reducing or eliminating the use of paper to directly conserve natural resources, prevent pollution, and reduce wastage of water and energy.
“CDB has already prohibited the use of plastic water bottles at all meetings, training sessions, and other activities. We›ve also decided to limit, and eventually phase-out, the use of single-use plastic within the organisation and at workplace events,” Abeygoonewardena added.