Geotab® Named One of Canada’s Greenest Employers (2024)

TORONTO, ON (April 16, 2024) - Geotab Inc. (“Geotab”), a global leader in connected transportation solutions, has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the second year in a row for its dedication to  sustainability. The Canada’s Greenest Employers (2024) competition recognizes employers leading the nation in creating a culture of environmental awareness in their organizations.

“‘Doing the right thing,’ is a core value and guiding principle at Geotab. We are proud of the many Geotab employees who are engaged in sustainability, continuously innovating and working to deliver a positive impact for business, people and the planet,” said Alex Cocq, Vice President, People Operations. 

Moving the world to a sustainable future 

With over 4 million vehicle subscriptions and 50,000 customers globally, Geotab has a unique opportunity to help address some of the greatest challenges facing the world today, such as climate change and road safety. Geotab supports companies on their sustainability journey and helps accelerate decarbonization in the transportation industry by providing sustainable fleet solutions and quality data insights. Understanding the urgency of the climate crisis, Geotab is working towards its own environmental, social and ethical goals including — achieving net zero emissions across Scope 1, 2 and 3 by 2040.

Examples of Geotab’s green initiatives:

• Science-based emissions targets
• Employee incentives for sustainable transport 
• Sustainable food and beverage practices
• Waste reduction strategy
• Sustainable procurement guidelines
• Geotab is a member of the United Nations Global Compact, CDP, Race to Zero global campaign coalition and Signatory of The Climate Pledge
• In 2023, Geotab was recognized with an EcoVadis Bronze Medal, Google Cloud Cross Customer Award, and Bronze Stevie® Awards for Sustainability Leadership, Sustainability Product of the Year, and Most Innovative Company of the Year in Canada and the U.S.

Geotab’s 2023 Sustainability and Impact Report titled “Trust. Transparency. Transformation.” highlights how data-driven insights are helping Geotab and global organizations better measure and achieve their climate goals. 

Employee engagement on sustainability drives positive outcomes

This year’s theme emphasizes the role that employees play in combating climate change and inspiring sustainable changes in practices and policies. The Geotab GO Green Team is made up of employees who are passionate about the planet and actively engage in environmental initiatives. These Green Ambassadors are representatives of their associated department and bring in their perspective on how that area of the company can become more sustainable and eco-friendly. 

To support employees in choosing sustainable modes of transport and reduce Scope 3 emissions, Geotab offers generous incentive programs, including the Electric Vehicle Incentive Program for purchasing or leasing a qualifying electric vehicle (EV), and a Canadian Public Transport Reimbursement Program covering 100% of an employee’s public transport or bike rental costs for commuting. Additionally, Geotab supports carpooling and has 37 free EV charging stations at its Oakville and Waterloo, Ontario offices for employee and public use.

“The common thread that runs through this year’s winners is that they listen to the employees who care most about implementing green initiatives and encourage them to lead the conversation,” says Chantel Watkins, assistant editor at Mediacorp. “By giving a voice to local champions, the staff members who are most passionate about the environment get the ball rolling on workplace initiatives that can make a significant difference.”

About Canada’s Greenest Employers

Now in its 17th year, Canada's Greenest Employers recognizes companies that have developed exceptional sustainability initiatives – and are attracting people to their organizations because of their environmental leadership.

Winning employers are evaluated and selected by editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, are evaluated using four main criteria: (1) unique environmental initiatives or programs they have developed; (2) whether they have been successful in reducing their own environmental footprint; (3) whether their employees are involved in these programs and contribute unique skills; and (4) whether the environmental initiatives have become part of an employer’s public identity, attracting new employees and customers.

The full list of Canada’s Greenest Employers (2024) was announced today in a special magazine published by Mediacorp Canada Inc., the nation’s largest publisher of employment periodicals, and distributed online in The Globe and Mail. Detailed ‘reasons for selection’ for each of this year’s winners, as well as stories and photos of their initiatives, were released today by the editors and are accessible via the competition homepage.

To learn more about life at Geotab and see open job opportunities, visit careers.geotab.com.