Will flexible working really shrink your carbon footprint?

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Carbon Trust analysis reveals homeworking only delivers net carbon savings for those who live far from their offices

Over recent years, a growing number of businesses have embraced flexible working strategies, using the online services and mobile devices to allow employees to hotdesk, work from home, or scrutinise their...

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