Our Environmental Commitment
GE is committed to environmental sustainability through the efficient management of energy, water and waste across our operations and facilities.
We recognise that our work may have a direct or indirect impact on the environment. To reduce this impact we constantly seek ways to improve our environmental credentials and encourage environmentally-friendly behaviour in our employees.
We constantly challenge and strive to improve our facilities management practices, benchmarking ourselves against like-minded organisations. Success means reduced waste, reduced consumption and increased recycling.
We will focus on:
Facilities Management
Sustainable design of new facilities and upgrades to existing facilities to improve efficiencies.
Managing Waste Effectively
Developing waste management strategies that focus on recycling initiatives.
Reducing Waste
Promoting economy in the use of paper and other consumables in the workplace.
Exchange and Reuse
Minimising waste by exchanging and reusing equipment and materials.
Green Procurement
Working with suppliers and sound environmental, recycling and waste management practices.
Buying Right
Purchasing recycled material and those suitable for disposal by recycling.
Our People
Providing facilities and creating a culture that encourages sustainability and recycling.
Giving Back
Working with community partners focused on sustainability and the environment.