A sustainable company culture isn’t just possible - it’s profitable
Published 2025-10-20 by Tove Westling
Updated at 2025-10-27
GoClimate is challenging the norm and proving that a sustainable company culture isn’t just possible - it’s profitable. Since its founding in 2017, GoClimate has had a clear mission: to slow climate change, most recently with a full focus on its automated sustainability tool for businesses. But the company’s innovation isn’t limited to climate solutions—how they work together is also designed for the future. The result? Fewer sick days, higher engagement, and a growing team with zero staff turnover.
Record Levels of Wellbeing and Health
GoClimate has created a company culture that not only reflects their values but also delivers results. Despite rapid growth with a customer base increase of over 1,000% in 2024 and a team that grew by 30%, no employee has resigned in the past three years.
Sick leave averages four days per person per year, compared to Sweden’s national average of about nine days*.
"We’ve built a workplace where people thrive. When employees feel seen, have influence, and can shape their work, the result is both higher engagement and better health," says Cecilia Lindén, co-founder of GoClimate.
Self-Management and Transparency in Practice
GoClimate has eliminated traditional management structures. Here, everyone has the opportunity to lead, and decisions are made collectively. The company’s finances are fully transparent—salaries are set by a rotating group of employees, and everyone has insight into the company’s numbers and decisions. The norm is six-hour workdays, and shorter hours are seen as a core part of the company’s sustainability strategy.
"Self-management isn’t about removing structure, it’s about creating a culture where everyone feels ownership. It leads to better decisions and a stronger team," says Cecilia Lindén.
Sustainability in Every Decision
GoClimate’s approach to sustainability extends across the organization—not just climate impact. Employees travel by train whenever possible, eat plant-based meals, and are encouraged to participate in climate actions during work hours. Diversity, climate justice, and inclusion are integrated into daily operations.
"We wanted to create a workplace that reflects the future we’re working toward. It’s not just about emissions, it’s about how we live, collaborate, and care for each other. Seeing how well it works and how it inspires others is our strongest proof that sustainability is the way forward," says Cecilia Lindén.