Wicksteed's Environmental Policy covers every aspect of our activities that may have a significant effect on air, water, land, employees and neighbours.
We aim to -
- Demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility for people and the environment.
- Continuously improve our environmental performance.
- Comply with and, where appropriate, exceed regulatory requirements - applying best techniques to minimise the environmental impact of our products.
- Promote the correct and appropriate manufacture and use of our products to minimise pollution and risks.
- Only purchase timber from suppliers who are committed to sustainable forest management.
- Use recycled materials where possible in the manufacture of our products.
- Encourage re-use and recycling of our products and by-products.
- Develop and manage activities that make efficient use of energy and raw materials and minimise emissions to air, water and land.
- Minimise waste and ensure the safe disposal of production and on-site waste where recycling is not practicable.
- Emphasise the care of the environment in the selection of suppliers.
