What does CORE mean by "sustainable business?"
At CORE, we believe sustainable businesses strive to...
...conserve energy and improve the energy efficiency of internal operations and of the goods and services they buy and sell.
...increase the proportion of renewable energy sources in their energy mix.
...thoughtfully manage the use of renewable natural resources, especially water.
...conserve nonrenewable natural resources through efficient use and careful planning.
...reduce and where possible eliminate waste through source reduction and recycling.
...minimize environmental, health and safety risks to employees and the communities in which they operate through safe technologies, facilities and operating procedures, and by being prepared for emergencies.
...create a diverse workforce and ensure livable wages and equitable benefits for employees and for workers throughout their supply chain.
...be substantively involved in the communities where they operate, providing support and utilizing locally produced goods and services where possible.
...share their learning about sustainable operations with other companies in a spirit of collaboration and cooperation.
...conduct ongoing self-evaluation of their progress in implementing these principles, and communicate successes and challenges transparently and reliably.
