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Sustainability initiatives can include one or all of the areas below depending on the nature of your business and its position in the value chain. |
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Supply Chain Management Social and environmental supplier scorecards, sourcing sustainable materials, tracking supplier emissions |
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Transportation No idling policies, more efficient cube utilization, hybrid fleets |
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Facility Operations Energy management, water use and quality, renewable energy, hazardous materials management
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Typically, we start with working toward Zero Waste as it is a great first step to engage your employees in sustainability programs. Everyone is familiar with recycling and can take an active role. After gaining momentum by generating savings and engaging employees with “green teams” we continue with you into broader sustainability initiatives.
We work with you to develop a broader environmental strategy and provide support through:
· Strategic Planning and Execution at the corporate, department and front line employee levels · Engaging Partners including government agencies, non-profits and technology providers · Cultivating a Culture of Sustainability by engaging employees at all stages of planning and implementation · Gaining Recognition for your efforts and successes through tracking relevant data for CSR reporting, voluntary partnership programs, local and national awards, and assisting with corporate messaging |
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Merchandise and Products Closed loop products, green product certification, low impact products, chemical reductions |
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Customer Programs Take back programs, educational campaigns, eco-kiosks, green trade-in programs |
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Community Programs Align community initiatives to sustainability strategy and company values, donations, service projects
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Reporting Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) compliance, carbon footprint analysis, regulatory reporting |
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