Compañía Forestal Uruguaya S.A., Forestal Río de los Pájaros S.A., Urufor S.A. and Bioener S.A. (Grupo Forestal)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018)
Reporting Period: 2018
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Responsibility
- Community Support
- Ethical Business Practices
- Governance
- Labor Standards
Environmental Achievements
- FSC® Forest Stewardship Council TM certification for environmentally adequate, socially fair, and economically viable forest management.
Social Achievements
- Commitment to community development through support for education, health, and alternative production initiatives.
- Promotion of employee welfare and health through training programs and risk prevention measures.
Governance Achievements
- Establishment of a Code of Ethics and Good Practices with reporting channels for violations.
- Commitment to transparent financial reporting and compliance with tax obligations.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Potential environmental risks associated with forestry operations.
- Potential risks related to interactions with third parties (clients, suppliers, competitors).
Mitigation Strategies
- Compliance with environmental laws and investment in research and development of best practices.
- Implementation of due diligence measures for clients and suppliers, and clear guidelines for interactions with competitors.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Due diligence measures for suppliers.
- Compliance with laws regarding outsourced companies (labor, social security, child labor).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: FSC®
Certifications: FSC®