Become a Driver to a Greener Future
Environmental sustainability is top of most organisations’ agendas. But where to start on your sustainability journey is sometimes a daunting task but one that will offer a return on your investment in time (and money) for generations to come.
For those organisations familiar with QHSE certifications, ISO 14001 is a highly effective tool that can help you identify, prioritise and manage the delivery of environmental sustainability initiatives. But what are the most common initiatives that organisations are tackling?
Here are eight environmental sustainability initiatives that are commonly undertaken by industries:
1. Energy Efficiency Improvements - Industries can implement energy efficiency measures, such as using energy-efficient lighting, improving insulation, upgrading HVAC systems, and optimising manufacturing processes.
2. Sustainable Sourcing - Industries can source sustainable raw materials, use environmentally friendly chemicals and materials, and ensure their suppliers comply with sustainability standards.
3. Waste Reduction and Recycling - Industries can reduce waste and recycle materials, such as implementing a composting program, using reusable materials, and implementing a paper reduction strategy.
4. Water Conservation - Industries can implement initiatives to reduce water consumption, such as implementing low-flow fixtures, reusing water, and implementing water-efficient landscaping.
5. Emissions Reduction - Industries can reduce emissions, such as improving transportation efficiency, using renewable energy sources, and implementing emission control technologies.
6. Sustainable Packaging - Industries can reduce the environmental impact of their products by using eco-friendly packaging materials, reducing packaging waste, and implementing closed-loop packaging systems.
7. Sustainable Transport - Industries can reduce the environmental impact of their transportation activities, such as using electric or hybrid vehicles, optimising delivery routes, and promoting public transport.
8. Sustainable Manufacturing Processes - Industries can optimise their manufacturing processes to reduce energy consumption, waste generation, and emissions, such as implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimising supply chain logistics.
Crucial to turning well intended ideas like those above into value generating projects is the competence of those managing your QHSE departments. The knowledge of the capabilities of an international standard coupled with the skills to use it effectively can be transformative.
At iqms Learning we pride ourselves in helping people discover the value of standards. By becoming a CQI and IRCA ( www.quality.org ) or IEMA ( www.iema.net ) auditor you will gain the ability to manage, challenge and improve your business processes and drive your organisations sustainability agenda.
Contact us today to find out how you can become a driver towards a greener future.