Environmental Policy
Introduction
Creative Emm is dedicated to adopting environmentally sustainable practices. This policy outlines our commitment to responsible resource use and consumption.
Purpose
Our policy aims to minimize environmental impact, continually improve our environmental performance, and promote sustainable practices throughout our business operations.
Scope
This policy applies to all activities, products, and services provided by Creative Emm and is relevant to all employees, contractors, and stakeholders associated with our business.
Responsibility
Achieving sustainable practices requires collective effort and collaboration across all business levels, as well as engagement with external stakeholders. Creative Emm recognizes the shared responsibility and the need for commitment, accountability, and continuous improvement from everyone involved.
- BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Responsible for setting the overall sustainability strategy and goals at Creative Emm. They provide the necessary resources, support, and direction to integrate sustainable practices into our operations and culture.
- VP SUSTAINABILITY AND TEAM: Collaborate with various departments to identify improvement opportunities and ensure alignment with sustainability goals. They foster employee engagement in sustainable practices.
- SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT TEAM: Promotes environmental awareness and sustainable consumption by ensuring compliance with environmental standards and advocating responsible sourcing practices.
- EMPLOYEES: Every employee at Creative Emm contributes to promoting sustainable practices by adopting eco-friendly behaviors such as reducing energy and water consumption, minimizing waste, and making sustainable purchasing choices.
- OFFICE MANAGERS: Oversee day-to-day facility operations, ensuring the implementation of sustainable practices like energy management, waste reduction, and water conservation.
- LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT TEAM: Develops training programs and initiatives to raise environmental awareness and encourage sustainable behavior among employees.
- EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDERS: Including clients, suppliers, and business partners, play a role in promoting sustainable practices. Creative Emm encourages stakeholders to support environmentally responsible initiatives throughout the value chain.
Commitments
Creative Emm is committed to:
Creative Emm acknowledges that sustainability is a journey and commits to ongoing learning, innovation, and improvement. It seeks to identify new opportunities, overcome challenges, and adapt to changing environmental, social, and economic conditions.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Creative Emm adheres to the principles of reducing, reusing, and recycling across all operations, aiming to minimize waste by reducing unnecessary consumption, reusing materials, and following proper recycling practices.
Energy Efficiency
We monitor and promote energy efficiency, optimizing energy use to reduce our carbon footprint.
Sustainable Procurement
Creative Emm promotes the procurement of environmentally friendly, ethically sourced, and socially responsible goods and services, partnering with suppliers who share our commitment to sustainability.
Environmental Protection
We aim to reduce our environmental impact by implementing this policy at all business levels, maintaining emergency and environmental incident management programs, and openly communicating about incidents that affect the environment.
Waste Reduction
Creative Emm aims to minimize waste generation and maximize waste diversion through comprehensive waste reduction and recycling programs. Employees are encouraged to participate in initiatives such as composting, source separation, and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
Transportation and Travel
We focus on sustainable transportation options, encouraging employees to minimize their carbon footprint through remote working, public transport, carpooling, and cycling when feasible.
Product Lifecycle
Creative Emm considers the entire lifecycle of products and materials in consumption decisions, prioritizing those with minimal environmental impact, durable design, and recyclability. We aim to extend product lifespans through repair, refurbishment, and responsible end-of-life management.
Employee Engagement
We actively engage and empower employees to participate in sustainable practices and initiatives, providing training and resources to raise awareness and encourage eco-friendly behaviors both at work and in personal lives.
Compliance and Accountability
We comply with all relevant environmental laws and regulations and hold ourselves accountable for meeting the objectives and commitments outlined in this policy. We strive for transparency and integrity in our sustainability efforts.
Continuous Improvement
Creative Emm is dedicated to enhancing sustainable practices by consistently monitoring, measuring, and assessing our environmental performance, inspired by the ISO 14001:2015 framework. We set targets, track progress, and explore opportunities for innovation and optimization to minimize our ecological footprint.
Policy Statement
"Creative Emm is committed to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices as integral components of our operations. We recognize our responsibility to minimize our environmental impact, conserve natural resources, and contribute positively to the communities in which we operate."