Sectors

Implementing “zero impact” invoices

Committed to neutralize the environmental impacts associated with its paper invoicing process, EDP has engaged in a compensation program based on (1) life cycle assessment and (2) externalities compensation through agroforestry good practices that restore the ecosystem service originally impacted by invoicing activities.

Global Coral Reef Conservation Project

Since 2005, we have collaborated with research institutes on an array of research designed to preserve coral reefs, in addition to engaging in similar research around the Midway Atoll and Seychelles islands since 2006.

Protecting and preserving ecosystems through respectful agricultural practices

It is of critical importance for the agriculture sector to protect and enhance the ecosystems it relies on for its yields. Acknowledging this fact, BASF has developed different programs throughout the world that aim first to show that modern agriculture can be compatible with nature whilst also supporting its clients, the farmers.

Creating business value through ecological stormwater management

Being highly exposed to flooding on its Houston site, CCP has chosen to restore its surrounding ecosystem rather than building another stormwater management infrastructure. This operation, while enhancing the region’s biodiversity, will ultimately help the company save money, as well as benefit the whole local community.

Utilizating household wastewater in the large-scale

To reduce environmental impacts and risks linked to water supply, Dow is using household wastewater on its Terneuzen industrial site, which not only allows water to be re-used three times but also saves energy and chemicals previously used for water treatment.

International Council for Local Initiatives (ICLEI)

http://www.iclei.org

ICLEI is an international association of local governments as well as national and regional local government organizations who have made a commitment to sustainable development. ICLEI provides technical consulting, training, and information services to build capacity, share knowledge, and support local government in the implementation of sustainable development at the local level

Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO)

http://bio.org/ip/international

BIO is the world's largest biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business development and communications services for more than 1,150 members worldwide. BIO engages in the discussions on a possible patent law harmonization treaty within WIPO, the WTO TRIPS process, as well is actively engaged in the deliberations of the Intergovernmental Committee on Folklore, Traditional Knowledge and Genetic Resources of the World Intellectual Property Organization and in various forums within the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).

Platform for Agrobiodiversity Research Climate Change Project

http://www.agrobiodiversityplatform.org/climate_ch...

The aims and objectives of the Agrobiodiversity and Climate Change project are:

• To bring together information from rural communities, indigenous peoples, and research workers on how they use agrobiodiversity to cope with climate change
• To stimulate communication between agrobiodiversity researchers, users, and maintainers
• To identify tools and practices relevant to using agrobiodiversity for coping with climate change and making these widely available.

UK Green Building Council

http://www.ukgbc.org/site/home

The UK Green Building Council's mission is to improve the sustainability of the built environment in homes and non-domestic buildings by transforming the way it is planned, designed, constructed, maintained and operated. Additionally, they have produced sector specific biodiversity guidance.

Uganda BioTrade

http://www.ugandaexportsonline.com/biotrade/

The Uganda BioTrade Programme was designed to facilitate and promote trade in biological goods and services.  Increased trade positively affects employment creation, the sustainable use of Uganda’s natural resources, and contributes to poverty alleviation.