Environmental management within the charity sector can involve a wide range of objectives and targets, but some common ones include:
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Reducing the environmental impact of operations: This can include reducing energy and water consumption, minimizing waste, and reducing carbon emissions. Targets for this objective could include a percentage reduction in energy and water usage or a reduction in the amount of waste sent to landfills.
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Incorporating sustainable practices into operations: This can include using eco-friendly products, implementing recycling and composting programs, and promoting sustainable transportation options. Targets for this objective could include a percentage of products or services that are sustainably sourced, or an increase in the number of employees who use sustainable transportation.
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Raising awareness about environmental issues: Many charities work to raise awareness about environmental issues and educate the public about ways to reduce their environmental impact. Targets for this objective could include an increase in the number of people who attend educational events or an increase in the number of people who participate in environmental campaigns.
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Developing partnerships with organizations that promote sustainability: Charities can develop partnerships with organizations that promote sustainability and work together to achieve shared goals. Targets for this objective could include the number of partnerships developed, or the number of joint projects completed.
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Monitoring and reporting on environmental performance: Charities should regularly monitor and report on their environmental performance to ensure that they are meeting their objectives and targets. Targets for this objective could include the number of audits conducted or the number of reports published.
It's worth to mention that, in order to be effective, these objectives and targets should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). Additionally, regular monitoring and review of performance should be carried out to ensure that the charity is on track to meet its environmental management goals.
ISO 20121 is an international standard for sustainable event management. It is designed to help organizations plan and deliver events that are socially and environmentally responsible, while also addressing economic and commercial considerations.
Achieving compliance with ISO 20121 requires a company to implement a management system that addresses the following elements:
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Policy and objectives: The company should develop a policy for sustainable event management and set specific objectives for reducing the environmental impact of events.
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Planning: The company should plan events in a sustainable manner, taking into account the environmental impact of the event, the needs of the community, and the needs of the organization.
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Implementation: The company should implement sustainable practices throughout the event, such as using eco-friendly products, minimizing waste, and promoting sustainable transportation options.
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Evaluation: The company should evaluate the environmental impact of the event, gather feedback from stakeholders, and use this information to improve future events.
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Management review: The company should review the sustainability management system regularly to ensure that it is effective and to identify opportunities for improvement.
By working towards sustainable events management and achieving compliance with ISO 20121, Staging Events will be demonstrating its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and environmental stewardship. It will also be able to provide assurance to stakeholders that the events are planned and delivered in a socially and environmentally responsible way, which can help to enhance the reputation of the company and increase trust from the public.
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