Driving Sustainable Growth at OnPath Energy with Tusker

OnPath Energy Ltd, a fast-growing renewable energy developer, has partnered with Tusker to offer a salary sacrifice car scheme tailored for electric and hybrid vehicles. Implementing the scheme reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability, employee wellbeing, and inclusive growth, while supporting its strategic aim to be an employer of choice in the green energy sector.

Operating across two main locations in the UK—Durham and Hamilton—OnPath Energy has grown from a team of 50 to 83 employees in under a year. While most team members work from its two regional offices, a portion of the workforce is home-based, making consistent engagement a top priority.

Launching the Car Scheme

The introduction of the Tusker car scheme complemented the existing benefits on offer, taking an opportunity to deliver a benefit that was practical, future-facing, and aligned with its core mission of environmental stewardship.

The car scheme was designed to help employees make greener lifestyle choices, while also supporting financial wellbeing through tax-efficient salary sacrifice arrangements. Electric vehicles (EVs) were an obvious focus, reinforcing OnPath’s ambitions to be net-zero and setting the tone for the company’s sustainable culture.

Choosing Tusker: A Trusted Partner

Tusker was selected for its market-leading reputation in salary sacrifice vehicle schemes and proven commitment to sustainable transport. OnPath’s HR team had prior experience working with Tusker, which created an additional layer of trust and confidence in the provider’s ability to deliver.

Tusker stood out for its strong reputation and commitment to sustainability. Their experience in delivering salary sacrifice car schemes, particularly for EVs, aligned perfectly with OnPath’s environmental goals and desire for a trusted, hassle-free provider.

Seamless Implementation and Strong Uptake

Implementation of the scheme was smooth and timely, with Tusker’s expert project management team helping to guide the process every step of the way. Despite a very busy HR function, the partnership delivered on its promise—launching quickly and effectively.

The scheme has already exceeded expectations with employee engagement. Of the 72 eligible employees, 59 have logged in to explore the scheme and 19 are already driving Tusker vehicles. The accessibility of the scheme through Single Sign-On (SSO), alongside clear, detailed financial information, helped employees feel confident in their decisions.

Communication and Engagement

OnPath took a thoughtful and multifaceted approach to internal communications. From launch webinars with live Q&A, to tailored intranet messaging and word-of-mouth promotion, the team made sure every employee—regardless of location—was aware of the scheme and how to access it. The scheme has also been embedded into the new starter induction process to ensure long-term visibility.

Ongoing dialogue within teams and departments has further fuelled interest. As one driver’s experience becomes a conversation starter, others become curious – leading to a steady pipeline of new sign-ups.

Employee Feedback

The response from employees has been overwhelmingly positive. Key highlights from feedback include:

• Ease of use: Employees praised the simplicity of the platform and the transparency of information around costs and salary impacts.
• Environmental impact: Many value the chance to drive an EV and contribute to sustainability goals.
• Customer service: Tusker’s support has been consistently strong, resolving any issues swiftly and professionally. In one case, when a vehicle had recurring faults, Tusker went the extra mile by providing a gesture of goodwill in the form of a voucher for theatre and dinner in London.
• Financial awareness: OnPath has been diligent in ensuring all participants are fully aware of the financial commitments they are making, with clear sign-offs built into the process.

Looking Ahead

OnPath continues to build on the success of the scheme. With discussions underway around further sustainability-linked benefits and an upcoming launch for used vehicles in January 2026, the team is keen to make the scheme even more inclusive—especially for those on lower salaries.

As the business evolves, so too does its commitment to providing meaningful benefits that align with both its people and its purpose. The Tusker partnership stands as a prime example of how practical initiatives can support big-picture ambitions—helping OnPath drive towards a greener, more engaged future.

“We’ve been thrilled with how well the scheme has landed. The strong uptake, the simplicity of the process, and the alignment with our sustainability goals—it’s all worked exactly as we hoped.”
– Nicky Gallagher, HR Director, Onpath Energy.