5 Things We Learned from Hosting 100+ Zero Waste Workshops
At Bare Necessities, we have always believed that sustainability is a necessity. Over the past few years, we’ve hosted over 100 zero waste workshops for companies of all sizes, from startups to large corporations. And if there’s one thing we’ve learned? Scratch that, we’ve learned more than a thing. Here’s a round up of everything we’ve learned from the frontlines of these sessions.
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People Love Real World Tools & Stories, Not Jargon
Let’s face it, complex terms can start to feel overwhelming and complex. What listeners truly want is clarity and practicality.
Taking them through real world stories, decoding packaging labels to learning how to make natural cleaners or upcycle old t-shirts - our workshops show employees how to reduce their waste immediately. And how they can do so in their kitchen, workspaces and beyond.
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Plastic Free Can Actually Be Fun, and sometimes Funny
You’d be amazed what happens when employees come together to make their own toothpaste or a coffee body scrub. There’s laughter, conversations and copious teamwork.
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Sustainability Brings Teams Together
Who knew tote bags could trust? We did.
Team activities like upcycling or planting microgreens create space for people to connect beyond work. It’s amazing how shared values and hands-on tasks lead to deeper conversations. We have seen teams that barely interacted before the workshop start collaborating on internal eco initiatives afterwards.
Did you know? Companies with strong sustainability cultures report up to 38% higher employee engagement.
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Every Company Has Green Champions
Time and again, our workshops reveal “green champions” in the room. Employees who have been composting at home, crafting their own soaps and scrubs or dreaming of a plastic free office pantry.
These unsung heroes often become internal changemakers, pushing sustainability forward long after the workshop ends.
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Sustainability Sparks Purpose
When employees feel their personal values align with company goals, they show up with more purpose. Our workshops don’t just educate, they empower. Studies show that employees who connect with a company’s purpose are 21% more engaged, and Millennials are even willing to take a pay cut to work for mission-driven companies.
This Plastic Free July, your company has a real opportunity to lead by example.
Our workshops with organisations such as JP Morgan, IKEA, Coursera, Padmini VNA, and more prove that sustainability can be scaled. Whether you’re just starting out or building on existing efforts, we tailor every session to your team, goals and realities.
Because, sustainability isn’t about perfection. Book a workshop with us at info@barenecessities.in