Environmental Policy

Mission statement

Texaport is committed to achieving and surpassing industry environmental laws and regulation, through continuous improvement and by setting high standards. Texaport is committed to integrate environmental responsibility into every aspect of our operations, products, and services as part of our business strategy. In tandem, we minimise our ecological footprint, conserve resources, and reduce waste throughout our value chain.

Texaport is dedicated to establishing transparent and effective communication with all relevant stakeholders, promoting environmentally friendly practices of our products, and continually evaluating procurement processes based on sustainability factors.

Responsibilities

The top management must ensure the employees have enough training, resources, and awareness to carry out their duties in an environmentally friendly manner.

Employees are responsible for adhering to environmental policies, conserving resources, minimising waste, supporting energy efficiency, and actively participating in sustainable practices to contribute to Texaport’s environmental goals.

Policy aims

This Environmental Policy outlines Texaport’s commitment to sustainability and our action plan to achieve our goals. We endeavour to continually:

Assess and adhere to national regulations on recycling, water usage, energy efficiency, and sustainable office activities.
Review and incorporate environmental risks and opportunities into business decisions.
Enhance and minimise environmental impacts.
Increase employee awareness and training.
Improve and monitor environmental performance.

Objectives and targets

Energy Efficiency

Objective: To manage energy consumption effectively, minimising usage and improving energy efficiency.

Ensure lights, computers, and electronic devices are turned off when not in use.
Optimise heating usage with a focus on energy efficiency.
Consider energy consumption and efficiency when purchasing new products.
Collaborate with other offices in co-working space to promote energy efficiency.
Provide feedback and suggestions to the co-working space management about implementing energy-efficient light bulbs and exploring motion sensor lighting to reduce electricity usage.

Transportation

Objective: To reduce greenhouse gas emissions by minimising transportation needs.

Limit travel to essential trips only, reducing unnecessary journeys.
Continue to prioritise the purchase of hybrid or electric vehicles.
Promote alternatives such as email and video conferencing to replace physical travel.
Accommodate the needs of public transport or bicycle users.

Waste Management and Recycling

Objective: To decrease waste generation and encourage recycling efforts.

Provide well-marked recycling bins for paper, plastic, and other recyclables.
Communicate proper recycling practices through posters and emails.
Ensure proper disposal of old IT equipment, batteries, and electronic waste through certified recycling services.
Partner with licensed organisations for furniture disposal.

Paper Reduction

Objective: To continually decrease paper consumption through digitalisation, recycling, and reusing.

Promote the shift to digital documentation to minimise paper use.
Increase utilisation of double-sided printing for paper conservation.
Prioritise sustainable packaging materials and prevent excessive packaging.
Prefer products made from recyclable paper.

Water Consumption

Objective: To conserve water through leak detection and efficient usage.

Swiftly identify and report leaks to minimise water wastage.
Collaborate with other offices in co-working space to promote water-efficient methods for conservation.
Provide feedback and suggestions to the co-working space management about replacing existing faucets, toilets, and fixtures with water-efficient models.

Sustainable Procurement

Objective: To make environmentally responsible choices when procuring products and services.

Prefer vendors with strong environmental policies and practices.
Incorporate environmental criteria into the preferred suppliers list.
Opt for products made from recycled materials or with minimal packaging.
Prioritise the use of eco-friendly office supplies, such as eco-friendly materials, ethical sourcing, and waste reduction.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Objective: To use environmentally friendly materials for maintenance and cleaning.

Choose cleaning materials that are as environmentally friendly as possible.
Select eco-friendly materials for office refurbishment.

Awareness and training

Texaport will educate employees about the importance of environmental sustainability and provide training on implementing our environmental policy. This includes:

Regularly communicate with employees and relevant stakeholders through a structured yearly campaign that highlights key environmental sustainability principles, the progress the Texaport has made, and upcoming goals.
Set up notice boards strategically placed in common areas to display informative posters, infographics, and updates related to environmental sustainability.
Provide training modules that cover various aspects of the Texaport environmental policy, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable procurement.
Share resources, articles, success stories, and tips for employees to incorporate sustainable practices in their personal and professional lives.

Monitoring and improvement

Texaport’s quarterly monitoring and improvement process involves closely tracking and analysing consumption trends within each target area. This entails recording the consumption of commodities every quarter. By adhering to this well-structured approach, Texaport can effectively observe patterns, identify emerging trends, make well-informed decisions, and successfully implement enhancements across our sustainability initiatives. The monitoring process for each objective is outlined as follows:

Energy Efficiency:

We will request regular reports from the space management detailing electricity consumption.
And collaboratively monitor energy consumption with other co-working spaces and share best practices.

Transportation: Our approach involves calculating the total distance travelled for work-related purposes.

Waste Management and Recycling: We record the weight or volume of each waste category collected for recycling.

Paper Reduction: Our process includes recording the number of reams or sheets of paper used.

Water Consumption:

We will request regular reports from the space management detailing water consumption.
And collaboratively monitor water consumption with other co-working spaces and share best practices.

Sustainable Procurement: We will track the percentage of products purchased that meet sustainable criteria, such as being made from recycled materials, having minimal packaging, or carrying recognised eco-labels.
Maintenance and Cleaning: We will track the percentage of cleaning products used that are environmentally friendly.

Texaport‘s management will review all relevant regulatory requirements, this policy and any related business issues annually to identify areas of improvement. This comprehensive review assists in identifying areas for improvement and highlights potential needs for awareness initiatives or additional training.