Auditing the environmental impact of operations provides the solid foundations of any environmental strategy. It establishes a baseline of performance which facilitates comparison, analysis and improvement. Audits also increase operations knowledge and raise staff awareness.
From these audits an environmental policy can be created, detailing the path to securing the benefits of environmental action. Policies also illustrate commitment and a proactive stance, essential given current high levels of scrutiny.
Excelian's thorough audits involve:
- Detailed on site inspection and staff interview
- Assessment of environmental impacts
- Calculation of carbon footprint inline with GHG protocol standards
- Benchmark comparison if environmental performance
- Creation of detailed audit report including ROI recommendations
- Guidance for the creation of an environmental policy