Mumbaikars are not strangers to three-hour long commutes to work as they navigate their way through cramped trains and jam-packed roads on a daily basis. The same is true for some other places as well.

However, this revelation has not landed well with netizens who have pointed out the environmental cost of this arrangement. This has also highlighted the difference in facilities and opportunities provided to top level executives and rest of the employees in a company.

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Salary and other perks

According to reports, Niccol’s offer letter mentions a base salary of 1.6 million dollars annually. He will also be eligible for cash bonuses ranging from 3.6 million dollars to 7.2 million dollars, depending on performance. Additionally, a remote office will be set up for him at Newport Beach, California and he will be allowed to choose an assistant of his choice on the company’s expense. However, he will be required to travel to the office in Seattle at least thrice a week.

Netizens react

The proposed travel plan for the new CEO is expected to generate massive carbon footprint. People have taken to social media to point out Starbucks’ hypocrisy since the company has previously implemented policies aimed at environmental conservation.

One user took to X to comment, “Is this corporate hypocrisy at its peak—Starbucks introducing paper straws and cups while pushing towards sustainability?”

Another user pointed out the company’s hypocrisy through a meme.

Social media users have also pointed out the massive cost that the company will incur on this arrangement.

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