Innovation Line

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Eliminated all single-use paper, Styrofoam, or plastic cups, plates, and utensils in the kitchen area.
Transitioned to a paperless order processing system in several departments.
Reduced paper usage through double-sided printing and digitalization of forms.
Implemented a smoke-free workplace policy.
Maximized natural sunlight in office spaces.
Reduced air conditioning usage through natural ventilation.
Significantly limited the amount of physical marketing materials produced.
Implemented regular maintenance on company vehicles to ensure efficient operation.
Removed business name from national direct marketing databases to reduce junk mail.
Implemented a comprehensive recycling program.
Installed filtered water taps and encouraged the use of reusable water bottles.
Partnered with local trash service for composting program.
Properly disposed of hazardous waste materials.
Replaced regular light bulbs with LED bulbs.
Relaxed the office dress code to reduce dry cleaning needs.
Installed light switch occupancy sensors to automatically turn off lighting.
Transitioned to a completely paperless billing system.
Installed electric charging stations for forklifts.
Upgraded to energy-efficient servers and computers.
Purchased trash bins and liners made from recycled materials.
Used reusable cleaning products.
Used chlorine-free and FSC-certified paper products.

Developed a paper reduction policy.
Designated smoke-free working environment.
Arranged workspace to take advantage of natural sunlight.
Encouraged employee carpools.
Provided a benefits package that meets the needs of employees.
Provided a living wage for all employees.
Defined, instituted, and clearly communicated a policy to prioritize employee diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Provided a trusted, impartial, and empowered 3rd party for conflict resolution.
Implemented a sustainability process and standard for all meetings, conferences, and events.
Relaxed the office dress code to allow for attire that doesn’t require dry cleaning.
Provided equitable opportunities to ensure women have equal access to employment, leadership roles, and pay.
Provided fair and appropriate breaks for workers.
Required all business leaders to be trained in company policies.
Created an executive leadership team with diverse representation.
Communicated social responsibility initiatives with stakeholders.
Offered employee incentive programs for the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles.

Organized sustainability committee or green team.
Completed GBB’s Getting Started steps.
Developed a sustainability mission statement.
Published company’s green accomplishments.
Performed a yearly assessment of all suppliers/vendors’ environmental and social practices.
Provided an annual public report on company’s environmental and social responsibility efforts.

Long-term Goals:

To reduce scope 3 emissions, 75-99% of your workdays are either remote or employees use public transportation, walking, or biking to get to work

Medium-term Goals:

75-100% of company vehicles are electric
25-74% of company vehicles are electric
To reduce scope 3 emissions, 50-74% of your workdays are either remote or employees use public transportation, walking, or biking to get to work 50-74% of workdays

Short-term Goals:

Purchase 50-100% of products and services from green-certified vendors
Implement and share the results of your energy use and conservation plan quarterly
75% of your power supply is from on-site renewable energy solutions
Implement a green procurement policy
After completing the energy audit/assessment, develop a comprehensive energy use and conservation plan with measurable goals to optimize energy usage and reduce emissions
Purchase 25-49% of products and services from green-certified or Green Business Bureau vendors
100% of your power supply is from on-site renewable energy solutions
To reduce scope 3 emissions, become a completely remote company

Supplier Audits: Annual

Frameworks Used: GBB Platinum Member