DPD is one of the largest parcel services in Germany. It has, as all providers of parcel services and logistics, huge CO2 emissions from transport. The company has therefore implemented various small measures to reduce its impact on the environment, including eco-driving programmes, recycling management and a ‘mode-shift’ programme promoting ground transport. The measures taken have had some, although small, impact on jobs; contrary to the situation some years ago, energy efficiency and environment protection are now required of most jobs in the company. ISO certification has helped to

Volvo Penta is the Swedish manufacturer of engines and power systems for industrial and marine applications. Its new inboard propulsion system (IPS), allowing up to 30% lower fuel consumption and 30% lower CO2 emissions, helped the company maintain a more or less stable number of jobs during the global financial crisis. This practice had an effect (by being highly technologically advanced) on the skills development of at least 100 of its 1400 employees (7.1%). The company collaborates with Swedish universities by taking interns and participating in joint research work to manage green change

Marchi & Fildi is a leading international textile company. It produces both traditional and modern yarns made from materials such as wool, cotton, flax and silk. A modern ecology-sensitive approach characterises Marchi & Fildi innovation, particularly in the production of ecological yarns. The subject of this case study is Marchi and Fildi’s ecological line of products made under the Ecotec label. In line with company’s vision ‘to generate yarns for the future’, Ecotec yarns are drivers of textile industry greening. Reduced environmental impact goes together with benefits for

Although the Electricity Authority of Cyprus does not have the profile of an environmentally friendly organisation, its current and planned green practices are of major importance. Compared with other industries, the process of greening in the electricity sector presents peculiarities and constraints due to the nature of its activities. Overall, there seems to be an urgent need to develop a human resources strategy to raise the issue of managing the impact green change on employment. This action could support the necessary larger involvement of employees in this crucial issue. Introduction