Introduction
Absolute Networks Limited is committed to reducing our environmental impact and continually improving our environmental performance as an integral part of our business strategy and operating methods. We will encourage our customers, suppliers and other stakeholders to do the same.
We are committed to building a sustainable future. As part of this commitment, we pledge to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
This target reflects our responsibility to reduce our environmental impact and support global efforts to limit climate change. We will work proactively to reduce emissions across our operations, supply chain and services, while helping our clients in achieving their own sustainability goals through innovative, energy-efficient IT solutions.
Our approach will include:
- Prioritising emissions reductions through efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable practices.
- Offsetting residual emissions using verified carbon removal projects.
- Engaging employees, partners and clients in our journey toward net zero.
We recognise that climate leadership requires accountability, transparency and continuous improvement and we are committed to acting accordingly as we move toward a more sustainable, low-carbon future.
Policy Aims
We endeavour to:
- Comply with all applicable environmental regulations and strive to exceed compliance obligations where feasible.
- Minimise waste by evaluating operations and ensuring they are as efficient as possible.
- Minimise emissions through the selection and use of our fleet and the source of our power requirements.
- Actively promote recycling both internally and among our customers and suppliers.
- Source and promote a product range to minimise the environmental impact of both production and distribution.
- Manage and dispose of all waste in a responsible manner.
- Reduce the environmental impact of the services we provide.
- Enlist staff support in improving the company’s environmental performance.
- Encourage the adoption of similar principles by our suppliers.
Practical Steps
To achieve our aims, we will:
- Conduct an annual review of our environmental policy to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to our operations and the wider community.
- Monitor our energy consumption and seek ways to reduce it, including the use of energy-efficient hardware, software solutions for remote work, and promoting energy-saving practices among employees.
- Implement a robust recycling program for electronic waste, paper, plastics and other recyclables.
- Opt for green hosting services for our servers where viable and encourage our clients to do the same.
- Adopt cloud-based solutions to minimise the need for physical hardware and reduce energy consumption.
- Facilitate remote work and flexible schedules to reduce commuting-related emissions.
- Offer incentives for employees who choose environmentally friendly commuting options.
- Select environmentally responsible suppliers with green certifications and sustainability policies.
- Engage in community and industry initiatives aimed at environmental sustainability.
- Select EV and low emission vehicles for our fleet
Responsibility
This environmental policy applies to all our operations, including management, office services, field operations, and transportation. All employees of Absolute Networks Limited are required to adhere to the principles of this policy.
Communication
This policy is to be freely available to all employees, suppliers, contractors and the public.