Sustainability - CCI Resources

Sustainability Policy

CCI Research recognizes the importance of sustainable practices with the aim of reducing the environmental and social impacts of our operations.

Our approach to business operations incorporates the following principles:

To comply with all applicable legislation and regulatory codes
To take into account environmental and social impacts of business decisions in order to promote sustainable practices in our purchasing, transportation, and daily operations
To minimize carbon footprint and work towards energy conservation
To ensure that our employees are aware of our Sustainability Policy and have the support and resources available to implement sustainable practices

In order to achieve these principles and continue to move towards a sustainable workplace, we will:

Minimize the use of paper in the workplace and print double-sided when possible (all copiers are to be set as default to double-sided printing)
Promote electronic, paperless alternatives to our employees as well as our clients, including emails over traditional mail, PDF and electronic reports over physical copies
Purchase FSC Certified/and or recycled post-consumer paper
Recycle all paper when possible
Utilize recycling program of printer cartridge provider
Remove all personal printers

Strive to reduce our overall energy consumption
Consider the energy efficiency of products in our purchasing decisions, including purchasing Energy Star or eco-friendly electronic equipment
Turn off computers/other electronic equipment and lights at night where possible

Reduce the necessity of travel through the ability to remote in where possible
Encourage the use of GoToMeetings and video/phone conferencing in order to reduce travel for our employees or clients
Efficiently plan meetings with clients to avoid multiple meetings where possible thus reducing travel
Encourage the use of bicycle transportation where possible

Efficiently plan and purchase products in bulk where possible to minimize packaging and shipping
Purchase from locals suppliers where possible to limit transportation requirements

Minimize waste during meetings with clients and other organized events by utilizing reusable or post-consumer recycled dishes and napkins as well as providing bulk condiments to reduce individual waste packaging
Strive for paperless meetings through the use of projectors and whiteboards
Promote the use of reusable water bottles and travel-mugs by our employees
Make use of a water station with reusable containers to limit waste
Ensure that employees understand Orangeville’s three-tiered waste disposal program and that the recycling, compost, and waste is being sorted appropriately
Use natural mulch and other natural products in our garden as well as compost all yard waste