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LPG Shortage Forces Employees to Bring Home Food
14 Mar
Summary
- Companies advise employees to bring packed meals due to LPG concerns.
- Middle East conflict impacts global energy markets and LPG supplies.
- Some firms explore alternative cooking methods like induction and solar.
Global energy markets are experiencing volatility due to rising tensions in the Middle East. These geopolitical events have led to a significant impact on the passage of oil tankers and the worldwide supply of LPG and LNG. Consequently, several major IT companies, including Infosys, HCL, and TCS, have issued advisories to their employees concerning potential disruptions.
Amid nationwide concerns over an LPG shortage, companies are taking precautionary measures. Cognizant, for instance, is preparing for price volatility and supply strains by identifying alternative food vendors. These vendors utilize induction or solar-based cooking, offering a backup to commercial LPG. The company is also exploring partnerships with cloud kitchens that operate on electric or solar power.
To further reduce reliance on office cafeterias and manage potential disruptions, some firms are considering flexible work arrangements. Cognizant is weighing work-from-home or hybrid models for non-critical roles to lessen commute exposure, especially with rising fuel costs. In Bengaluru, Infosys informed employees that cafeterias would offer a limited menu, urging staff to bring home-cooked meals.
