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RESPONSIBILITY All levels of management are responsible for
integrating environmental management programs into business processes in order
to measure and improve environmental performance.
All employees are responsible and accountable for understanding
and incorporating environmental compliance requirements into their daily work
activities with the obligation to bring issues and concerns forward for
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EFFICIENCY We will responsibly use natural resources and pursue
increased efficiencies that reduce waste and emissions at their source.We will develop sustainable operations and
implement environmental projects designed to leave a clean, healthy environment
for our children and future generations. |
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STEWARDSHIP We will respect our natural
resources and take care in balancing the needs of customers with our obligation to future generations.
We will seek opportunities to preserve, restore, protect and improve our natural surroundings.
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PERFORMANCE We will set challenging goals and assess our ability to continually improve our environmental performance. Through the strategic management of our assets, we will improve the environment and contribute to our business success.
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EVALUATION We will perform audits to evaluate our environmental compliance and use the results to improve our operations and their impact on the environment.
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COMMUNICATION We will foster open dialogue and informed decision making through communication of environmental information with management, employees and the public. We will work with governments and others in creating responsible environmental laws and regulations reflective of sound public policy.
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TRAINING We will provide the training necessary for our employees to perform their environmental responsibilities. We will encourage and provide opportunities for employees to learn more about the environment and foster an atmosphere of creating cost effective solutions that go beyond compliance.
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