ICONS|ICS – Sustainability
April 17, 2024 2024-08-08 16:36ICONS|ICS – Sustainability
Our Sustainability Commitment
Everything we do at ICONS|ICS is guided by the three pillars of sustainability: People, Planet, and Principles for all. We have a dedicated sustainability team that oversees our CSR strategy, which addresses a wide scope of environmental, social and governance topics.
As a result of our proactive and long-term approach to implementing sustainable processes and providing sustainable products, we have been awarded EcoVadis Platinum status in 2023 and 2024, and an additional EcoVadis 2024 Sustainability Leadership Award (AMEA). We are also ISCC PLUS certified and members of Sedex and the UN Global Compact.
Our People
Labor and Human Rights
We prioritize the health, safety and wellbeing of our staff and our supply chain. Our Codes of Conducts reflect internationally recognized social accountability standards including Ethical Trade Initiative (ETI), SA8000, BSCI and International Labor Standards (ILO), ensuring a safe and fulfilling workplace.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, honoring human rights and creating a work environment built on respect, mindfulness and tolerance. Our employees are trained in our Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, Diversity and Inclusion Policy during onboarding, and we have codes of conduct in place for our employees and within our supply chain. We are also proud to share that the majority of leadership positions at ICONS|ICS are held by women.
Our Planet
Waste Management & Sustainable Actions
At ICONS|ICS we strive for a sustainable future and apply the 4Rs in our daily operations: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Recover. Our Environmental and Sustainable Procurement Policy prioritizes the welfare of our planet and we have incorporated the use of recycled, biodegradable, compostable and FSC materials in our office environment as well as in our product offerings to our clients.
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Our Sustainability Goals align with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), aiming to significantly slash energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. We’re achieving this through the widespread adoption of renewable solar energy in our offices, leading the charge towards a cleaner, greener future.
Our Principles
Ethical Procurement
At ICONS|ICS, our Sustainable Procurement Policy is more than just a statement – it’s a promise to uphold the rights and dignity of every worker within our supply chain. We’re dedicated to ensuring safe working conditions and fostering an environment where respect and integrity are key.
Circular Approach
We are committed to using environmentally sustainable materials and ethically produced products and have dedicated staff researching and procuring sustainable materials, driving ongoing improvements and paving the way towards a more sustainable future.
Our People
We prioritize the health, safety and wellbeing of our staff and our supply chain. Our Codes of Conducts reflect internationally recognized social accountability standards including Ethical Trade Initiative (ETI), SA8000, BSCI and International Labor Standards (ILO), ensuring a safe and fulfilling workplace.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, honoring human rights and creating a work environment built on respect, mindfulness and tolerance. Our employees are trained in our Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, Diversity and Inclusion Policy during onboarding, and we have codes of conduct in place for our employees and within our supply chain. We are also proud to share that the majority of leadership positions at ICONS|ICS are held by women.
Our Planet
At ICONS|ICS we strive for a sustainable future and apply the 4Rs in our daily operations: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Recover. Our Environmental and Sustainable Procurement Policy prioritizes the welfare of our planet and we have incorporated the use of recycled, biodegradable, compostable and FSC materials in our office environment as well as in our product offerings to our clients.
Our Sustainability Goals align with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), aiming to significantly slash energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. We’re achieving this through the widespread adoption of renewable solar energy in our offices, leading the charge towards a cleaner, greener future.
Our Principles
At ICONS|ICS, our Sustainable Procurement Policy is more than just a statement – it’s a promise to uphold the rights and dignity of every worker within our supply chain. We’re dedicated to ensuring safe working conditions and fostering an environment where respect and integrity are key.
We are committed to using environmentally sustainable materials and ethically produced products and have dedicated staff researching and procuring sustainable materials, driving ongoing improvements and paving the way towards a more sustainable future.
Sustainable Packaging
Sustainable packaging lessens environmental impact via its materials, manufacturing processes, reusability and recyclability or biodegradability at its end-of-life phase. ICONS|ICS offers a wide range of products made with sustainable materials compliant with REACH and Proposition 65 regulations, including: