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.

Global e-Sustainability Iniviative (GeSI)

http://www.gesi.org/

GeSI was born in 2001 to further sustainable development in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector. GeSI fosters global and open cooperation, informs the public of its members’ voluntary actions to improve their sustainability, and promotes technologies that foster sustainable development. GeSI brings together leading ICT companies (including telecommunications service providers, manufacturers, and industry associations) with non-governmental organizations committed to achieving sustainability objectives through innovative technology.

PhytoTrade Africa

http://www.phytotradeafrica.com/

PhytoTrade Africa is a regional trade association representing the natural products industry and supporting the research and development of new products in Southern Africa. They provide principles of fair trade and sustainability, as well as a charter that includes commitments to biodiversity conservation.

Eco Canada

http://www.eco.ca/default.aspx

ECO Canada (Environmental Careers Organization) brings together industry, academic professionals, and government to discover, discuss, and develop solutions to the human resource needs of the Canadian environment industry.