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To minimise our waste and to reduce, re-use and re-cycle the resources consumed wherever possible.

We Currently:

- Recycling programs for glass, plastics and cardboard.
- Compost appropriate food scraps.
- Paper, soft plastics and polystyrene recycling.
- Recycling program for all IT Equipment.
- Recycle all newspaper and office paper.

We Will:
- The use of recycled hand towels in bathrooms and kitchens.
- Automated hand towel dispensers.

To minimise our use of energy, water and materials.

We Currently:

- Encourage all staff to utilise energy efficiently.
- Turn off lights.
- Turn off computers.

We Will:
- Replace all current light bulbs with energy saving lamps.
- Install water saving devices on dishwashers.

Reduce pollution to a minimum.

We Currently:

- Replace most petrol operated vehicles with diesel engines when lease expires.

We Will:
- Where practical & possible diesel will be the fuel of choice.
- Ensure continuous improvement is made as improved technology becomes available.

To green the interior using native species wherever practical.

We Currently:

- Use live plants throughout our office.

We Will:
- Continue to use live plants wherever possible.

To work with suppliers.

We Currently:

- Making use of supplier's services to discard waste safely.

We Will:
- Work with suppliers to ensure they are trying to achieve international environmental standards.

To provide employees with the education and resources to meet our target.

We Currently:

- The implementation of Environmental Management Stations.
- Introduction of an Environmental Policy.

We Will:
- Increase environmental awareness by use of internal mail systems.

To monitor and review performance against targets.

We Currently:

- Cover environmental issues at Health & Safety meetings.