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Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Program 2011 |
Doing the right thing by the environment and society, and having good governance, creates huge value for all in our community, including our suppliers, clients and associates.
It is possible for small enterprises to engage in basic ESG reporting that helps us make more money and create more social wealth.
Outlined below is the PINNACLE Business Solutions, Environmental, Social and Governance Program for 2011. In early 2012, we will review and measure our success with this program, along with our financial, operational and marketing programs for 2011.
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ESG Goal
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Stakeholder it Affects
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Action/s
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Budget
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E – Goal
Reduce Electricity usage and carbon footprint in the 12 months
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Management and Associates
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- Purchase and install 2 kilowatt Solar system.
- Switch off lights when no-one in room.
- Measure changes (reduced costs)over 12 months period
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$5k
Save 10%
Record costs and review 6 monthly
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S – Goal
Contribute to and improve the overall well being of those less fortunate in Northern rivers of NSW
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Management serve on Board, not for profit organisation, Northern Rivers Community Foundation, NR community
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Chair, Marketing Committee, NRCF
Attend Board meeting/s and other marketing activities
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$2k - $5k
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S – Goal
Contribute to community broadcasting in Byron Shire over 12 months
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Management with BAY-FM, Byron Bay, Byron Shire community, Byron Bay Chamber of Commerce
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- Serve as Presenter, “Byron Business” radio program
- Contribute to program team, BAY-FM
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$20k
$5k
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E – Goal
Reduce the paper used in our office by 10%
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Management and community
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- 10% achieved with plans for a further 15%.
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S – Goal
Deliver learning education and networking opportunities in Byron Shire for business owners, managers and their staff
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Management and Byron Bay business community
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- Co-ordinate and host/MC up to 4 business breakfasts in 2011
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$5k - $7k
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