Climate change, environmental protection, sustainable resource management... Environmental concerns are becoming an increasingly important part of corporate life. Many of them are adopting a CSR approach or seeking to perpetuate their actions in this area. But making a commitment to sustainable development is not so simple. If you want to implement an eco-responsible approach within your company, here are a few ideas to get you started!
1. Better management of energy resources
- take stock of energy expenditure
- propose alternatives when they exist
- reduce waste: paper, electricity, water, IT equipment, cups, etc.
2. Implementing a responsible purchasing policy
- sign the RFAR "responsible supplier relations and purchasing" charter and obtain the label
- changing the consumption model: to reduce the environmental impact of purchases, promote the local economy, think in terms of "global cost", etc.
- use products from PEFC-certified forests, renewable resources, etc.
- not giving in to the market of programmed obsolescence
3. Rethinking the way the company is organised
- promote eco-responsible ways of working: teleworking, etc.
- invest in infrastructure and equipment: hybrid company vehicles, bicycle garages, etc.
- renovating buildings
- encourage the use of public transport and car-sharing...
- give preference to rental or subscription for equipment
4. Developing eco-responsible projects
- choosing partners based on an eco-responsible approach
- set up an urban vegetable garden, a green project, a shared garden, etc.
- get involved in solidarity initiatives
5. Company social policy
- raise awareness and train employees
- be committed to inclusion: disability, reintegration, etc.
- communicating sustainable development
