Sustainability Policy

Mission statement

Wave Vets recognises that it has a responsibility to the environment beyond the legal and regulatory requirements. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and continually improving our environmental performance as a integral part of our business strategy and operating methods, with regular review points. We will encourage customers, suppliers and other stakeholders to do the same.

Ruth Pearson is our appointed ‘Sustainability Champion’ meaning she is responsible for the implementation of the environment policy. However, all staff members are responsible for their own area of the practice to ensure the aims of the policy are achieved.

Policy aims

Comply with and exceed all relevant regulatory requirements.

Continually improve and monitor environmental performance.

Continually improve and reduce environmental impacts.

Incorporate environmental factors into the business decisions.

Increase employee awareness and training.

Work with the Veterinary sector advisory bodies and organisations (RCVS/BVA) to meet the recommended standards in Environmental performance.

Action taken

Paper

We will;

Minimise the use of paper in the office.

Reduce packaging as much as possible.

See to buy recycled and recyclable paper products.

Reuse and recycle all paper where possible.

Energy and water

We will;

Aim to reduce the amount of energy used as much as possible.

Electrical equipment will be switched off when not in use.

Heating and air conditioning will be adjusted with energy consumption in mind.

Take in to account the energy consumption and efficient of new products before their purchase.

Office supplies

We will:

Evaluate if the need can be met in another way.

Evaluate if renting/sharing is a option before purchasing equipment.

Evaluate the environmental impact of any new products we intend to purchase.

Favour more environmentally friendly and efficient products wherever possible.

Reuse and recycle everything we are able to.

Transportation

We will:

Reduce the need to travel, restricting to necessity trips only.

Promote the use of travel alternatives such as email or video/phone conferencing.

Make additional efforts to accommodate the needs of those using public transport or bicycles.

Favour ‘green’ vehicles and maintain them rigorously to ensure ongoing efficiency.

Work within a ‘catchment area’ to be able to offer our services to local pet owners.

Maintenance and cleaning

We will:

Cleaning materials used will be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Materials used in office refurbishment will be as environmentally friendly as possible.

We will only use licensed and appropriate organisations to dispose of waste.

Monitoring and Improvement

We will:

Comply with and exceed all relevant regulatory requirements.

Continually improve and monitor environmental performance.

Continually improve and reduce environmental impacts.

Incorporate environmental factors into business decisions.

Increase employee awareness through training.

Review this policy and any related business issues at regular intervals.

Culture

We will:

Involve staff in the implementation of this policy, for greater commitment and improved performance.

Update this policy at lease once annually in consultation with staff.

Provide staff with relevant environmental training.

Consult staff at regular meetings and encourage them to share ideas and ways to improve our sustainability.

Work with suppliers, contractors and sub contractors to improve their environmental performance.

Independent Vets in Wadebridge, Cornwall

Sustainability Policy