Environmental Policy

Environmental Policy

HPY is committed to minimising the environmental impacts of doing business in Tairāwhiti.

We pledge to:

• Constantly strive to reduce our consumption of resources by using resources within our business efficiently
• Continually improve our environmental practices and performance by conducting regular surveys of our business to see if we are using our resources efficiently and what aspects can be improved
• Comply with relevant environmental legislation (as a minimum level of performance) with the expectation that we will demand more from ourselves in terms of demonstrating adherence to industry best practice principles concerning the environment
• Monitor progress and review environmental performance on a regular basis as part of our corporate governance and operating rhythm
• Communicate our businesses environmental aims and objectives to all staff, as well as to clients and other external stakeholders
• Participate in discussions about environmental issues

Examples of our commitment include:

• Walking or cycling to work, where possible, instead of driving
• Recycling of packaging materials
• Minimising waste
• Efficient use of water and energy
• Choosing ‘digital’ over printing
• Where we print, choosing to use double sided printing
• Switching off all computers when not in use, rather than leaving on standby
• Switching off all office lights when not in use / not required
• In travelling to client offices, we attempt, where possible, to car pool or use public transport (if outside of Tairāwhiti)
• Buying locally to support our regional economy and to cut fuel costs
• Planting native trees to offset carbon emissions

How you can support the environment

HPY encourages its suppliers and clients to give thought and consideration to the impact of their business activities on the environment by fostering individual commitment and awareness of environmental sustainability.