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Solarcycle.UK recibe el premio al transporte más inteligente en los Crest Business Awards.

Solarcycle.UK recibe el premio al transporte más inteligente en los Crest Business Awards.

by | Oct 29, 2023 | Galardonado

[PRESS RELEASE]

Solarcycle Scoops Award for Smarter Transport at Crest Business Awards

Solarcycle.UK was recently honoured with the prestigious Smarter Transport award at the Crest Business Awards held at WWF-UK’s Living Planet Building in Woking on October 26th, 2023. 

The award ceremony, a part of the Crest Business Awards Convention, celebrated sustainable solutions in various categories. Solarcycle.UK’s victory in the Smarter Transport category highlighted the company’s dedication to promoting sustainability through its innovative solar-powered e-bike chargers.

The event, presented by Sustainability Leaders, Joanna Yarrow and Professor Lorenzo Fioramonti provided Solarcycle.UK a chance to showcase its cutting-edge solar e-bike charging technology – emphasising its contribution to helping organisations achieve their transport, environment, and employee well-being goals at an affordable monthly cost.

On the company’s stand visitors were able to explore and discuss the e-bike charging solutions, and experience first-hand, the latest in off-grid e-bike metering software. This innovation in CO2 reporting calculates the reductions in employee’s carbon emissions, required in scope 3 reporting which is another 1st for Solarcycle in the UK.

Presenting the award, Matt Furniss, Cabinet member for Highways 

Recognising the potential of e-bikes as a transformative solution amid rising costs, traffic congestion, and concerns about employee well-being, Solarcycle.UK pioneered the development of the UK’s first off-grid, solar-powered e-bike chargers. These chargers can be installed anywhere, irrespective of access to mains electricity.

Andy Hyatt, Facilities Manager at St Peter’s Hospital, who also joined the evening, praised Solarcycle’s cost-effective and environmentally sustainable approach, citing a significant saving in installation expenses and hassle compared to mains-powered e-bike alternatives.

The Crest Business Awards event highlighted a prominent theme: businesses prioritising environmental and social well-being over profits are better positioned to thrive sustainably in the long run, especially in the face of current global uncertainties. Solarcycle founder Paul Stratford expressed his pride in receiving the Crest Business Awards prize. “This recognition really underscores my company’s ongoing commitment to revolutionise travel for the benefit of employees, organisations, and the planet”.

 Paul Stratford praised customers, like Andy Hyatt (left), who recognise the shift towards e-bike adoption. “Andy and the hospital are promoting a future less dependent on cars for short journeys, bringing benefits to travel, environment and people’s wellbeing”.

Carol Miller, from Crest Business Awards said “Solarcycle embodies so much of what a sustainable business is about and really impressed our judges who selected the Solarcycle entry as the Smarter Transport Award 2023 winner. We are sure that Solarcycle is destined to be a green business thought leader.” 

Winners not only received the coveted plaque but also gained vouchers for CES and the Institute for Sustainability, enabling them to further innovate and develop their organisations. Paul Stratford went on to say “Solarcycle.UK, with its roadmap of features, is well poised to become a global leader, focusing on user experience, organisational growth, and environmental preservation. Working with The Institute for Sustainability is a remarkable opportunity, which we’ll take advantage of immediately”.

Missed the event?

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Solarcycle.UK invites organisations of all sizes to get in touch. Using our proprietary tools, we can help organisations calculate the significant savings that solar e-bike chargers would bring, impacting their scope 3 emissions reporting positively.

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Solarcycle.UK recibe el premio al transporte más inteligente en los Crest Business Awards.

Solarcycle.UK Scoops Award for Smarter Transport at Crest Business Awards.

by | Oct 29, 2023 | Award winning

[PRESS RELEASE]

Solarcycle Scoops Award for Smarter Transport at Crest Business Awards

Solarcycle.UK was recently honoured with the prestigious Smarter Transport award at the Crest Business Awards held at WWF-UK’s Living Planet Building in Woking on October 26th, 2023. 

The award ceremony, a part of the Crest Business Awards Convention, celebrated sustainable solutions in various categories. Solarcycle.UK’s victory in the Smarter Transport category highlighted the company’s dedication to promoting sustainability through its innovative solar-powered e-bike chargers.

The event, presented by Sustainability Leaders, Joanna Yarrow and Professor Lorenzo Fioramonti provided Solarcycle.UK a chance to showcase its cutting-edge solar e-bike charging technology – emphasising its contribution to helping organisations achieve their transport, environment, and employee well-being goals at an affordable monthly cost.

On the company’s stand visitors were able to explore and discuss the e-bike charging solutions, and experience first-hand, the latest in off-grid e-bike metering software. This innovation in CO2 reporting calculates the reductions in employee’s carbon emissions, required in scope 3 reporting which is another 1st for Solarcycle in the UK.

Presenting the award, Matt Furniss, Cabinet member for Highways 

Recognising the potential of e-bikes as a transformative solution amid rising costs, traffic congestion, and concerns about employee well-being, Solarcycle.UK pioneered the development of the UK’s first off-grid, solar-powered e-bike chargers. These chargers can be installed anywhere, irrespective of access to mains electricity.

Andy Hyatt, Facilities Manager at St Peter’s Hospital, who also joined the evening, praised Solarcycle’s cost-effective and environmentally sustainable approach, citing a significant saving in installation expenses and hassle compared to mains-powered e-bike alternatives.

The Crest Business Awards event highlighted a prominent theme: businesses prioritising environmental and social well-being over profits are better positioned to thrive sustainably in the long run, especially in the face of current global uncertainties. Solarcycle founder Paul Stratford expressed his pride in receiving the Crest Business Awards prize. “This recognition really underscores my company’s ongoing commitment to revolutionise travel for the benefit of employees, organisations, and the planet”.

 Paul Stratford praised customers, like Andy Hyatt (left), who recognise the shift towards e-bike adoption. “Andy and the hospital are promoting a future less dependent on cars for short journeys, bringing benefits to travel, environment and people’s wellbeing”.

Carol Miller, from Crest Business Awards said “Solarcycle embodies so much of what a sustainable business is about and really impressed our judges who selected the Solarcycle entry as the Smarter Transport Award 2023 winner. We are sure that Solarcycle is destined to be a green business thought leader.” 

Winners not only received the coveted plaque but also gained vouchers for CES and the Institute for Sustainability, enabling them to further innovate and develop their organisations. Paul Stratford went on to say “Solarcycle.UK, with its roadmap of features, is well poised to become a global leader, focusing on user experience, organisational growth, and environmental preservation. Working with The Institute for Sustainability is a remarkable opportunity, which we’ll take advantage of immediately”.

Missed the event?

Would you like to discuss employee CO2 savings in your organisation?

Solarcycle.UK invites organisations of all sizes to get in touch. Using our proprietary tools, we can help organisations calculate the significant savings that solar e-bike chargers would bring, impacting their scope 3 emissions reporting positively.

Get in touch

The enormous benefits of the Cycle to Work Scheme

The enormous benefits of the Cycle to Work Scheme

by | Sep 15, 2023 | Cycle to Work, Ride2Work

The enormous benefits of the
Cycle to Work Scheme

The number of people choosing to bike to work instead of driving is on the rise.  This is due in part to people realising the effects of the climate, health and financial crises.  As commuting by bike increases in popularity, employers need to embrace and support this transport revolution.

The Cycle to Work Scheme is a sustainable and self-funding employee benefit using salary sacrifice to access tax savings.  The legislation around the scheme can be tricky to navigate which is why you should engage with a specialist provider such as Green Commute Initiative (GCI).  With GCI, the scheme is quick and easy to use.

Here’s just some of the reasons you should be offering the scheme to your employees.

  • Access to significant savings of 32 – 47% on a new bike and accessories
  • Active travel improves physical and mental health
  • Helps organisations achieve sustainability targets (net zero)
  • Self-funding as employer saves 13.8% NIC
  • Increases employee performance
  • Improves staff retention
  • Reduces workplace absenteeism
  • Builds morale 
  • Gains respect from your local community

As we battle the cost-of-living crisis and the climate emergency, it’s never been a better time to give your employees access to the Cycle to Work Scheme.

Use the experts!

There are numerous reasons why both public sector and private organisations are turning to GCI to provide this key staff benefit:

  • No £1,000 spend limit – get any type of bike you need including ebikes and cargo bikes.
  • No ownership fees – completely unnecessary!  GCI helps you make maximum savings.
  • Flexible salary sacrifice terms from 3 to 60 months.  Weekly deductions can be accommodated. Having manageable monthly payments is the key to success!
  • Scheme is free to use for both the employer and employee.
  • Just 5% commission charged to bike shops and GCI pays them quickly which is vital for small businesses.
  • Applications are processed either same day/next day. 
  • GCI is a not-for-profit social enterprise – the only provider with this status.

 

Fully Charged rundown of e-cargo bikes

No spend limit is crucial

There is no scheme limit with GCI which gives employers the flexibility they need to customise their scheme.  Employers can choose a limit they are comfortable with, or they can leave it open to really give employees the opportunity to get a bike that suits their needs.  This leads the way to ebikes and cargo bikes which are leading the micro-mobility revolution.  Research shows that at least 12% of those intending to buy a bike soon will first look at ebikes so the key to having a successful scheme is to have a spend limit which can accommodate this.

A solution for everyone

Everyone Cycle is a scheme for employees who are unable to take part in a salary sacrifice scheme whether due to their salary level or employment status.  Using Everyone Cycle alongside the main Cycle to Work Scheme means you have active travel solutions available to all staff members.

Active travel solutions for company travel

GCI’s Green Bike Pool is available to organisations who wish to have an ebike pool for staff to use for work-related journeys.  Perfect for community-based appointments, supplier visits, or cross-campus meetings.  It’s a full turn-key product with servicing and insurance included.  

Public sector experience

GCI currently works (off-framework) with numerous NHS Trusts, blue light services, councils, educational establishments and central government agencies.  GCI is a supplier on the Crown Commercial Services Employee Benefits and Services framework.

Top level customer service

GCI is an award-winning scheme provider and prides itself on excellent customer service which is reinforced through its ISO-9001 and ISO-27001 certifications. And it goes without saying that GCI’s scheme is HMRC and FCA compliant.  Check out our industry-leading Trustpilot reviews.  

With Solarcycle’s affordable workplace charging solution for ebike batteries and GCI’s straight-forward Cycle to Work scheme, it makes sense to talk now.

Get in touch today with the team at GCI for an informal chat about how to integrate the Cycle to Work Scheme into your employee rewards packages.  

020 3740 1836 / theteam@greencommuteinitiative.uk

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The enormous benefits of the Cycle to Work Scheme

Las enormes ventajas del programa “Ir en bicicleta al trabajo

by | Sep 15, 2023 | En bici al trabajo, Ride2Work

Los enormes beneficios de la
Bicicleta al trabajo

El número de personas que optan por ir al trabajo en bicicleta en vez de en coche va en aumento. Esto se debe en parte a que la gente se ha dado cuenta de los efectos de las crisis climática, sanitaria y financiera. A medida que aumenta la popularidad de los desplazamientos en bicicleta, los empresarios deben adoptar y apoyar esta revolución del transporte.

El Plan de Traslado en Bicicleta al Trabajo es una prestación sostenible y autofinanciada para los empleados que utiliza el sacrificio salarial para acceder al ahorro fiscal. La legislación en torno a este régimen puede ser complicada de manejar, por lo que debería contratar a un proveedor especializado como Iniciativa de desplazamiento ecológico (GCI). Con GCI, el sistema es rápido y fácil de usar.

He aquí algunas de las razones por las que debería ofrecer este plan a sus empleados.

  • Acceso a importantes descuentos del 32% al 47% en una bicicleta nueva y accesorios
  • Los desplazamientos activos mejoran la salud física y mental
  • Ayuda a las organizaciones a alcanzar objetivos de sostenibilidad (red cero)
  • La autofinanciación como empresario ahorra el 13,8% del IRPF.
  • Aumenta el rendimiento de los empleados
  • Mejora la retención del personal
  • Reduce el absentismo laboral
  • Fomenta la moral
  • Se gana el respeto de la comunidad local

Mientras luchamos contra la crisis del coste de la vida y la emergencia climática, nunca ha sido mejor momento para dar a sus empleados acceso al Plan de fomento del uso de la bicicleta en el trabajo.

Recurra a los expertos

Existen numerosas razones por las que tanto el sector público como las organizaciones privadas recurren a GCI para que les proporcione este beneficio clave para el personal:

  • Sin límite de gasto de 1.000 £: consigue cualquier tipo de bicicleta que necesites, incluidas ebikes y bicicletas de carga.
  • Sin tasas de propiedad: ¡completamente innecesario! GCI le ayuda a ahorrar al máximo.
  • Plazos flexibles de sacrificio salarial de 3 a 60 meses. Se pueden realizar deducciones semanales. La clave del éxito está en tener unos pagos mensuales manejables.
  • El régimen es gratuito tanto para el empresario como para el trabajador.
  • Sólo se cobra un 5% de comisión a las tiendas de bicicletas y GCI les paga rápidamente, lo que es vital para las pequeñas empresas.
  • Las solicitudes se tramitan el mismo día o al día siguiente.
  • GCI es una empresa social sin ánimo de lucro, el único proveedor con este estatus.

 

Resumen de bicicletas eléctricas Fully Charged

No tener límite de gasto es crucial

GCI no impone límites a los regímenes, lo que ofrece a las empresas la flexibilidad que necesitan para personalizar su régimen. Los empresarios pueden elegir un límite con el que se sientan cómodos, o pueden dejarlo abierto para dar realmente a los empleados la oportunidad de conseguir una bicicleta que se adapte a sus necesidades. Esto abre el camino a las ebikes y las bicicletas de carga, que lideran la revolución de la micromovilidad.
El estudio
 Los estudios demuestran que al menos el 12% de las personas que tienen intención de comprar una bicicleta en breve se fijarán primero en las bicicletas eléctricas, por lo que la clave del éxito de un plan es establecer un límite de gasto que se adapte a esta situación.

Una solución para todos

Ciclo Todos es un régimen para los trabajadores que no pueden participar en un régimen de sacrificio salarial, ya sea por su nivel salarial o por su situación laboral. El uso de Everyone Cycle junto con el plan principal de transporte en bicicleta al trabajo le permite disponer de soluciones de desplazamiento activo para todos los miembros de su plantilla.

Soluciones de desplazamiento activo para viajes de empresa

El
Parque de bicicletas ecológicas
 está a disposición de las organizaciones que deseen disponer de un parque de bicicletas eléctricas para que el personal las utilice en desplazamientos relacionados con el trabajo. Perfecto para citas en la comunidad, visitas a proveedores o reuniones entre campus. Es un producto llave en mano con mantenimiento y seguro incluidos.

Experiencia en el sector público

En la actualidad, GCI trabaja (fuera de marco) con numerosos NHS Trusts, servicios de luz azul, ayuntamientos, centros educativos y organismos de la administración central. GCI es proveedor de
el marco de Prestaciones y Servicios a los Empleados de los Servicios Comerciales de la Corona
 marco.

Servicio al cliente de alto nivel

GCI es un proveedor de sistemas galardonado y se enorgullece de su excelente servicio al cliente, reforzado por sus certificaciones ISO-9001 e ISO-27001. Ni que decir tiene que el régimen de GCI cumple las normas de la HMRC y la FCA. Eche un vistazo a nuestra
Reseñas de Trustpilot
.

Con la asequible solución de Solarcycle para cargar las baterías de las bicicletas eléctricas en el lugar de trabajo y el sencillo programa Cycle to Work de GCI, tiene sentido hablar ahora.

Póngase en contacto hoy mismo con el equipo de GCI para mantener una charla informal sobre cómo integrar el Plan de fomento del uso de la bicicleta en el trabajo en los paquetes de recompensas para sus empleados.

020 3740 1836 / theteam@greencommuteinitiative.uk

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Gear Up with These Cool Gadgets for Cyclists and E-Bikers

Gear Up with These Cool Gadgets for Cyclists and E-Bikers

by | Jun 29, 2023 | gadgets

Cool Gadgets
for Cyclists and E-Bikers

Here at Solarcycle, we are passionate cyclists. Are you a cycling or e-biking enthusiast who loves exploring new routes, taking in scenic views, or simply commuting to work on two wheels?

Well, we’ve got you covered with a selection of must-have gadgets that will elevate your cycling experience. From a portable espresso maker to a solar-powered iPhone charger and versatile mounting solutions, these gadgets are designed to enhance your rides and make cycling even more enjoyable. So, gear up, hop on your bike, and let’s dive into the world of cycling tech!

Presso XL from Cafe2Go: Perfect Espresso on the Go

£89.50 Caffe2Go UK

Imagine this scenario: you’re halfway through your morning bike ride, and you find yourself in need of a caffeine fix. Enter the Presso XL from Cafe2Go, a robust, 18-bar travel espresso maker that brings the coffee shop experience right to your handlebars. What sets this gadget apart is its built-in kettle, which heats the coffee water to the perfect temperature before automatically pouring the perfect espresso into the included cup.

The Presso XL offers a choice of Nespresso-style cartridges or fresh ground powder, allowing you to customise your brew to suit your taste. Charging is a breeze with its USB-C connection, and the four LED lights indicate the progress. So, whether you’re exploring new trails or commuting to work, a quick stop at the top of a hill with the Presso XL will make your ride even more invigorating.

Portable Solar iPhone Charger (& Light): Power Your Adventures 

£37.95 Amazon UK

As a cyclist, you’re always on the move, and staying connected is essential. The Portable Solar iPhone Charger is a practical gadget that harnesses the power of the sun to keep your devices juiced up while you ride. Its compact design allows you to easily add it to your backpack or mount it on your bike, capturing free sunshine as you pedal away.

What makes this charger unique is its wireless charging capability. With a built-in wireless plate, you can conveniently charge your phone by simply placing it on top of the battery. No more fumbling with cables or connectors while you’re on the go. Plus, the charger features three powerful LED lights that can double as backup lights when mounted on your handlebars. It’s a must-have for every cyclist, ensuring you’re always powered up and visible during your adventures.

Quad Lock Universal Adapters: Endless Mounting Possibilities

 

From £14.99 – Bikestop

When it comes to mounting your devices securely on your bike, the Quad Lock ecosystem is a game-changer. The Quad Lock Universal Adapters provide a simple solution to attach your phone, portable batteries, or any other compatible device to your bike frame, handlebars, or even your helmet. These adapters can be easily added to any device, creating an endless ecosystem of mountings.
To complement the adapters, the Quad Lock Adhesive Wall Mount comes in handy. With its easy-to-use adhesive plate, you can securely fix it to any surface, expanding your mounting options beyond your bike. Whether you need to mount a spare battery, keep your phone within reach, or rely on GPS navigation without worrying about draining your battery, the Quad Lock system has got you covered.

There you have it, a roundup of some cool gadgets for cyclists and e-bikers that will take your rides to the next level. From enjoying a freshly brewed espresso on the go with the Presso XL to staying powered up with the Portable Solar iPhone charger, and embracing the versatility of the Quad Lock mounting system, these gadgets are here to enhance your cycling adventures. Get out there, explore, and make the most of your two-wheeled journeys with these fantastic cycling companions. Happy riding!

If you know of any cool gadgets for cyclists and e-bikers, and feel like they should be covered, let us know at info@solarcycle.es

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