Environment & sustainability policy
Purpose
This policy sets out our commitment to environmental and sustainability management, detailing our approach to embedding sustainable outcomes into everything we do at Rare Sustainability and Advisory. It provides a framework for setting environmental and sustainability objectives that benefit our team, clients, and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment
Our vision is to be a trusted partner in promoting economic, social, and environmental wellbeing. As a specialist consultancy, we recognise our role in addressing significant environmental challenges and are dedicated to integrating sustainable development into our culture, projects, and operations. We aim to meet our clients' expectations by creating solutions that address environmental concerns while preventing pollution and fostering socioeconomic benefits.
Our key commitments include:
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Reducing greenhouse gas emissions to help mitigate climate change.
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Continually improving our environmental management systems and our overall performance in achieving sustainable outcomes.
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We also support the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and integrate them into our operations, projects, and partnerships to drive positive contributions.
Responsibility
Our directors are responsible for this policy’s implementation and effectiveness, overseeing its integration across our team. Every team member plays a role in promoting sustainable outcomes in their work. We collaborate with our partners and clients to align with shared sustainability goals, and we expect our suppliers to follow environmental practices that support our values.
Approach
Sustainability is central to our work, embedded in our operations and delivery processes. Our approach includes:
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Environmental Management: We continuously improve our processes to align with environmental best practices and comply with relevant Australian regulations.
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Reducing Our Carbon Footprint: We assess and manage our carbon emissions in operations and projects, identifying opportunities to minimise our impact while also managing costs.
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Waste Reduction: We promote recycling, reuse, and energy conservation in our office and on projects. We aim to procure sustainable products from suppliers with similar environmental goals.
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Creating Lasting Value: We design solutions that are economically viable, socially beneficial, culturally sensitive, resilient, and environmentally responsible.