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Environmental Responsibility Policy
Forever represents a global design offering that is greater than the sum of its parts. Broadening the offerings of the individual companies within the Forever group, it aims to bridge the roster of talent globally, empowering and cultivating a unique network of innovative companies, clients, and humans. It is grounded in the belief that by removing barriers for the most creative minds to work together, we will achieve results that would not have otherwise been possible. This policy represents the values of the Forever group of companies.
- Why do we have this policy?
The Company maintains an environmental policy to promote and maintain environmentally responsible practices for the benefit of our employees, customers and the communities in which we operate. We will conduct and grow our business in a manner that respects the environment and strives to protect and conserve our world's natural resources.
- Who is this policy for?
The provisions within this policy apply to Company’s employees, including long-term contractors and freelancers in our workplace.
- Guidelines
The Company is working towards continued improvement through the development of programs designed to address the environmental cost and impact of our activities, products and services.
We will:
- Comply with applicable regulations and standards in the industry;
- Support pollution prevention and minimization programs in the workplace;
- Use materials and energy efficiently to conserve natural resources;
- Minimize the emissions that contribute to climate change;
- Cooperate and develop relationships with our community, suppliers, contractors, government agencies, and other organizations engaged in improving the environment;
- Review environmental objectives and monitor performance, so that we can properly assess our strengths and weaknesses, and address them accordingly.
A Greener Workplace
At The Company, we recognize that every action taken in the workplace can have an environmental impact. We will strive to create an eco-friendly workplace that will benefit our employees and the world around us. By implementing the following measures, we can increase our efficiency, save electricity, reduce waste and greenhouse gasses, and fulfill our responsibilities to the environment.
The Company in their commitment to the environment and the community as a whole will enforce eco-friendly procedures in their workplace which will require employees' complete support.
- Whenever possible, all documents shall be printed on both sides, using recycled paper. This will reduce our paper usage, conserve energy, and save waste.
- Hold paperless meetings by utilizing technologies such as Slack, Dropbox, and Google Suite.
- Partner with suppliers and companies that are environmentally friendly.
- Use an automated time reporting and paperless payroll system - CompanyTimecard Tool and payroll system
- Diligently recycle all paper, cardboard, glass, tins, PCs, and recyclable plastics.
- Ensure that computers are turned off at the end of the day, and if not possible, turn off monitors as they consume the most energy.
- Turn off servers at the end of the work day and set them up for automatic turn on and off for necessary updates in the evening.
- Purchase energy efficient equipment.
- Turn off all lights when not in use.
- Use ceramic mugs, dishes, glasses, and metal flatware instead of their disposable counterparts.
- Make sure that the dishwasher is full before using it.
- Create a wireless office.
- Walk, bike, use public transportation, or carpool for the daily commute to the office.
- Minimize the use of hazardous chemicals, and whenever possible, switch to greener alternatives.
- If possible, use the compost bins to compost food scraps.
These are simple actions that when employed on a regular basis, can create a huge impact, but it will take all employees together to make this happen.
REDUCE, REUSE, AND RECYCLE!
Expectations for Employees
- Help the Company work towards a cleaner environment by steadfastly conserving resources in day to day activities.
- Report any misuse, or abuse of resources.
- Report any concerns about environmental impacts made by the Company.
- Review and Amendment
This policy will be reviewed periodically and may be amended or updated as necessary. Any amendments will be communicated to employees in a timely manner.
- Disclaimer
As is the case with all company policies, the Company has the exclusive right to interpret this policy.