Climate change, environmental preservation, sustainable resource management... Ecological concerns are taking up more and more space in business life. Many of them adopt a CSR approach or seek to perpetuate their actions in this area. But embarking on the path to sustainable development is not that simple. You want to implement an eco-responsible approach within the company: here are some ways to get started!
1. Better manage energy resources
- take stock of energy expenditure
- propose alternatives when they exist
- reduce waste: paper, electricity, water, computer equipment, cups, etc.
2. Implement a responsible purchasing policy
- sign the RFAR “responsible supplier relations and purchasing” charter and obtain the label
- change the consumption model: to reduce the environmental impact of purchases, promote the local economy, think in terms of “overall cost”
- use products from PEFC certified forests, renewable resources, etc.
- do not give in to the planned obsolescence market
3. Rethink the organization of the company
- promote eco-responsible working methods: teleworking, etc.
- invest in infrastructure and equipment: hybrid company vehicles, bicycle garages, etc.
- renovate buildings
- encourage the use of public transport, carpooling, etc.
- favor rental or subscription for equipment
4. Develop eco-responsible projects
- choose partners based on an eco-responsible approach
- set up an urban vegetable garden, a plant project, a shared garden…
- get involved in solidarity initiatives
5. Company social policy
- raise awareness and train employees
- engage in an inclusion process: disability, reintegration, etc.
- communicate about sustainable development
