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Opportunities for Improvement

Environmental Sustainability
Social Responsibility

Overview of potential areas for improvement in which VONQ could reduce its environmental or social impact. Actionable recommendations that VONQ plans to implement to enhance its sustainability and social responsibility further.

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Improvement of Environmental Sustainability

Our carbon footprint reduction activities for 2023 

Our planned activities in 2023 demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility across various aspects of the organization’s operations, including waste management, travel and commuting, service purchasing, digital practices, asset management, food and beverage choices, energy conservation, and event planning. 

Waste
  • Implementation of an easy-to-understand waste sorting system.
  • Training of teams to identify and purchase equipment to minimize waste generation.
Travel & Commute
  • Promote sustainable transportation by encouraging VONQs employees to use public transport, carpooling, cycling, or walking to work, which can help reduce the company’s carbon footprint.
  • Replacement of some business travel with video conferencing to reduce carbon emissions.
  • Shift from air travel to rail travel wherever feasible.
  • Launching a training questionnaire to educate employees on sustainable travel practices.
  • Detailed expense reporting to track and minimize travel-related costs.
  • Encouragement of carpooling among employees to reduce individual commuting impact.
Service Purchase
  • Implementation of eco-conditions in the purchasing policy to prioritize environmentally-friendly products and services.
  • Deployment of a supplier engagement questionnaire to assess and engage suppliers on sustainability practices.
  • Consideration of environmental aspects in the contract granting process to ensure sustainability commitments from vendors.
Digital related
  • Limitation of use and distribution of videos to reduce digital carbon footprint.
  • Recycling end-of-life computer equipment to minimize electronic waste.
  • Reduction of mobile data connection usage as it has a higher environmental impact compared to WiFi.
  • Employee awareness and training on the environmental impact of IT.
  • Removal of unnecessary software from computers and limiting updates to minimize energy consumption.
  • Limitation of data storage and regular sorting to manage digital footprint.

Assets

  • Inclusion of more vegetation in the office environment for enhanced sustainability.
  • Measures to extend the life of laptops and smartphones through repair and refurbishment.
  • Employee awareness and training on eco-gestures to promote responsible asset management.

Food and Drinks

  • Switching from animal to vegetable milk in purchasing decisions to reduce carbon emissions.
  • Launching training questionnaires to educate employees on sustainable food and beverage choices.

Energy

  • Encouragement of turning off equipment such as WiFi, printers, screens, and lights at night and on weekends to conserve energy.

Activities and Events:

  • Increase the proportion of vegetarian meals for events to reduce the carbon footprint associated with food production.

Improvement of Social Responsibility

Diversity and Inclusion

VONQ continues creating a diverse and inclusive workplace by promoting equal opportunities for all, supporting employee resource groups, and fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.

Employee Well-being

VONQ continues prioritizing employee well-being by promoting work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements, and providing mental health support services.

Community Involvement

VONQ continues and further strengthens its commitment to social responsibility by engaging in community service, supporting local charities and initiatives, and promoting employee volunteerism.

By implementing these recommendations, VONQ can reduce its environmental and social impact, enhance its sustainability and social responsibility, and demonstrate its commitment to creating a better world for all.

Environmental Impact

Comprehensive information on VONQ’s environmental initiatives, such as energy usage, waste management, and carbon emissions. Specific details about VONQ's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
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Social Impact

Overview of VONQ's efforts to create a positive social impact through its professional and personal development investments, contributions to local communities, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Governance

VONQ's commitment to ethical business practices and corporate governance. The company's adherence to transparency and accountability standards and commitment to conducting its business ethically and responsibly.
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Risk Management

VONQ's risk management process, including the steps taken to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. VONQ’s risk management policies and procedures provide an overview of the business's potential risks.
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Opportunities for Improvement

Overview of potential areas for improvement in which VONQ could reduce its environmental or social impact. Actionable recommendations that VONQ plans to implement to enhance its sustainability and social responsibility further.
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