Corporate Social Responsibility Statement
The way we lead, work and behave is driven by our core values. These values influence the way we meet member and client needs, while respecting the regulatory requirements, and the way we promote ethically sound practices. The MTA Group is committed to integrating responsible and sustainable business practices across our operations. It is our policy to act responsibly in our day-to-day relationships with our members, clients, employees and communities. We have a long history of supporting industry and our leadership in corporate responsibility and sustainable excellence is driven by a bold and influential approach that encompasses high ethical standards and our actions are environmentally and socially conscientious and responsible.
Solar Power
MTA Queensland has partnered with Planet Ark Power to install a 66 kW solar energy system at the head office at Eight Mile Plains. The new energy system comprises of 240 265 kW solar panels installed on the roof of the premise.
The solar energy system provides great benefit to MTA Queensland both in the short and long term.
In the short term, the switch to solar resulted in an emissions offset of 53.4 tonnes in the first year, while MTA Queensland will see an overall 37 per cent reduction in the volume of energy used. This will see a saving of approximately $12k from the first year, up to a predicted saving of $374,605 over 25 years.
An additional 240 solar panels were added to the pre-existing 120 solar panels installed at the MTA Queensland head office, which brings the total solar energy system size to 99.6 kW.
LED Replacement Lighting
MTA Queensland have changed the entire internal lighting operation of the building to LED panel lights.
Replacement of the old twin-tube T8 troffer light fitting, the LED panel lights use 64 per cent less power, which is a massive saving not only on lighting but also on air conditioning as there is less heat inside the building.
Replacement of the old twin-tube T8 troffer light fitting, the LED panel lights use 64 per cent less power, which is a massive saving not only on lighting but also on air conditioning as there is less heat inside the building.
EV Charging Stations
In preparation for the onset of Battery Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Electric Vehicles, MTA Queensland have installed two electric vehicle charging stations.
The business has also adopted a practice of utilising hybrid electric vehicles as part of the MTA Queensland fleet.
Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to workforce diversity across age, culture, life experience and ability. We encourage automotive businesses to support and value the contributions of people who bring a range of skills and perspectives to the workplace stemming from their gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status or other differences.
We value inclusion and diversity and support our staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and will prioritise opportunities for those who identify with these communities.