Seeking some examples of Environmental policies. OK, folks, let's hear some good ones, please!
I'll start with this one:
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Environmental Policy
Company X's environmental mission includes conducting its business in compliance with required environmental laws, regulations and permits. The Company works to continuously improve environmental performance in all operations. Natural resources are conserved to the maximum extent by providing products from recycling, sustainable forestry and energy conservation. Our policy is intended to help develop long-term benefits for all employees, our communities and the various stakeholders of our company. Specifically:
* Employees and contractors must comply with all applicable environmental rules and regulations.
* Clear lines of communication for all environmental programs and audits are established and maintained.
* All operations are managed in an environmentally-sensitive manner by emphasizing conservation through source reduction, recycling, and the use of renewable resources.
* Employees are trained to respond to environmental situations by taking appropriate action to meet regulatory requirements, and to report immediately any release of hazardous materials to a supervisor or to the Site Environmental Coordinator.
* To help assure compliance with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations, a Site Environmental Coordinator regularly monitors and audits environmental performance at each facility.
* Our company actively works with regulators and legislators to help develop environmental programs and public policy based on sound science.
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and this one
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Company X produces aromatic chemicals. Considering the potential impacts of this industry on the environment, The company management has paid special attention to the importance of Environmental Protection during the design and from the startup of It's production units.
Believing in the fact that the Earth, this God Almighty's natural gift should remain intact and a suitable place for mankind so that future generations like earlier ones would benefit it upon their share and right of living, has made the company's management determined to acquire Environmental Management System ISO- 14001 in order to assure the effectiveness, and increase the efficiency of their continuing environmental actions.
All the employees and colleagues are expected to assist the company's management with the execution of procedures and work instructions together with their expertise and special attention to any significant environmental impacts of their activities.
We are committed to maintain and carry out the country's current and future environmental regulations and to keep in continuous contact with related organizations towards the control and reduction of environmental pollution resulting from the activities of this company and to introduce continual improvements toward the achievements of the specified objectives and targets.
With emphasis on implementation of system requirements, undersigned would appoint complex deputy manager as his authorized representative to ensure the effective performance of this Environmental Management System.
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I found a LONG one at
http://www.bc.com /enviro/envpol.html
I'm looking for something simple like:
Company X is committed to delivering the highest standards of environmental policy implementation in the management of its retail and leisure property portfolio.
Company X consults employees, shareholders, suppliers and customers alike, in order to maintain high standards.
The Company will continuously strive to achieve compliance with current legislation, particularly in the areas of;
* Energy, its efficient use and impact on the environment.
* Waste and water management, and minimisation of use.
Our Company will endeavour to include environmental consideration in the design and refurbishment of properties, applying and installing wherever practicable, current best to practise technology.
Our commitment includes continuous monitoring and feedback, in order to adopt a responsible and positive approach to environmental issues.
Environmental Policy
Combining Quality and Environmental Systems
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