ENVIRONMENT

The implementation of the project started in 2019 and required the cooperation of five (5) different business units. Its main challenges are: (1) changing the culture and consumption habits of employees (more than 6,000 employees have already been informed about the project through internal communication channels and 2,000 through personal initiatives); (2) planning a demanding project implementation at Group level (9,500 employees spread over 350 buildings and stores); (3) facilitating the cooperation of canteens and restaurants in OTE Group buildings through investments in infrastructure and materials to provide alternatives to single-use plastics (water coolers, dishwashers, glass cups, etc.) · (4) the motivation of changes in the relevant sectors in the Greek market, as there was a lack of suitable alternatives for single-use plastic items (e.g. paper items without plastic coating, proper management biodegradable items). (5) to seamlessly integrate the #reduce plastic campaign with the company's existing recycling program without confusing employees. and most importantly (6) the introduction of reusable objects into the daily life of workers.