ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENT

1.1 Environmental Management System

- EMS Framework: Does the organization maintain a documented
Environmental Management System (EMS) framework? Are environmental
policies clearly documented and easily accessible?
- Objectives and Targets: Are environmental objectives and targets clearly
defined, with a plan in place to achieve them?
- Implementation and Operation: Are responsibilities and authorities assigned
for the EMS? Is there a documented procedure for implementation?
- Monitoring and Review: Are environmental performance indicators (KPIs)
tracked regularly? Are EMS reviews conducted periodically to assess
performance?

1.2 Energy Efficiency:

- Energy Policy: Is there an energy policy outlining goals and strategies of the
companies, and is that communicated to all employees?
Note: Based on the size & energy usgae of the company, the Energy policy can be
combined with Environment Policy
- Energy Audits: Are regular energy audits conducted, with findings
documented and addressed?
- Energy Efficiency Measures: Are energy efficiency projects identified and
implemented (e.g., upgrade of IE2 to IE4 motors, conventional lights to LED
lights)? Is there a plan for continuous improvement in energy performance?
- Renewable Energy: Is there a strategy to increase renewable energy use? Are
renewable energy installations (e.g., Solar Rooftop & offsite Solar/Wind plant) in
place?

1.3 Water Management:

- Water Conservation Policy: Is there a water conservation policy with defined
goals? Are this communicated effectively?
- Water Usage Tracking: Is water usage data collected and monitored regularly?
Are benchmarks for reduction established?
- Water Efficiency Projects: Are water-saving technologies and practices
implemented? Are water reuse and recycling initiatives operational?
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1.5 Pollution and Emissions

- GHG Emission Inventory: Is there a comprehensive GHG inventory of emissions
sources? Are emissions data tracked and reported regularly?
- GHG Reduction Strategy: Is there a defined strategy for reducing greenhouse
gas emissions, including specific projects and timelines?
- Pollution Control Measures: Are pollution control technologies and practices
implemented? Are procedures (SOP) for managing accidental releases
established?

1.6 Biodiversity and Land Use

- Biodiversity Assessment: Are biodiversity impacts assessed for all operations? Is
baseline data collected?
- Habitat Protection: Are measures in place to protect local habitats and species?
Are restoration projects for degraded areas undertaken?
- Sustainable Land Use: Is land use planning aligned with sustainability
principles? Are initiatives in place to minimize land degradation?

1.7 Compliance and Reporting

- Regulatory Compliance: Is there a process to ensure compliance with
environmental regulations? Are compliance records maintained and accessible?
- Environmental Reporting: Are environmental performance reports published
regularly, keeping stakeholders informed?
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2.1 Labor Practices

- Employment Policy: Is there a clear employment policy ensuring fair labor
practices? Are contracts compliant with labor laws?
- Working Conditions: Are working conditions safe and healthy? Are working
hours monitored for compliance?
- Employee Rights: Are employee rights and benefits protected and
communicated? Is there a grievance mechanism in place?

2.2 Health and Safety

- Health and Safety Policy: Is there a health and safety policy with assigned
responsibilities?
- Risk Assessments: Are regular health and safety risk assessments (HIRA)
conducted? Are identified risks documented and mitigated?
- Incident Reporting: Is there a system for reporting and investigating incidents?
Are incident data analysed to prevent recurrence?

2.3 Diversity and Inclusion

- Diversity Policy: Is there a policy for diversity and inclusion? Are goals
communicated and tracked?
- Training and Awareness: Are employees trained on diversity and inclusion
issues? Are programs in place to raise awareness?

2.4 Community Engagement

- Community Policy: Is there a policy for engaging with local communities? Are
community engagement goals defined?
- Impact Assessments: Are community impacts assessed and documented? Are
mitigation measures implemented for negative impacts?
- Community Programs: Are community development programs in place? Is there
a process for tracking and reporting community engagement outcomes?
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2.5 Human Rights

- Human Rights Policy: Is there a human rights policy aligned with international
standards?
- Supply Chain Due Diligence: Are human rights risks assessed in the supply
chain? Are suppliers required to adhere to these standards?
- Monitoring and Reporting: Are human rights impacts monitored and reported?
Is there a process for addressing violations?

2.6 Training and Development

- Training Programs: Are training and development opportunities available for
employees? Are training needs regularly assessed?
- Career Development: Are career development opportunities provided? Is
training effectiveness tracked and evaluated?
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3.1 Board Structure and Functioning

- Board Composition: Is the board diverse and independent? Are members' roles
and responsibilities defined?
- Board Committees: Are specialized committees (e.g., Audit, Sustainability, ESG)
established with documented functions?
- Board Meetings: Are meetings held regularly and documented? Is board
performance evaluated periodically?

3.2 Ethics and Compliance

- Ethics Policy: Is there a code of ethics communicated to all employees?
- Compliance Programs: Are there programs to ensure compliance with laws and
regulations? Is there a whistleblower policy?
- Anti-Corruption Measures: Are anti-corruption policies implemented? Are risks
assessed and mitigated?

3.3 Risk Management

- Risk Management Framework: Is there a comprehensive framework for risk
management? Are risks systematically identified and assessed?
- ESG Risk Integration: Are ESG risks integrated into overall management
processes? Are assessments conducted regularly?
- Crisis Management: Is there a crisis management plan in place? Are response
exercises conducted periodically?

3.4 Transparency and Disclosure

- Financial Reporting: Are financial statements transparent and accurate? Are
they audited by independent parties?
- Non-Financial Reporting: Are sustainability reports published regularly? Is ESG
performance data disclosed?
- Stakeholder Communication: Is there a strategy for engaging with
stakeholders? Are their concerns addressed transparently?
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3.5 Stakeholder Engagement

- Stakeholder Identification: Are key stakeholders identified and documented?
Are their interests and concerns noted?
- Engagement Processes: Are there processes for engaging stakeholders? Are
outcomes tracked and reported?
- Feedback Mechanisms: Are mechanisms in place for stakeholder feedback? Is
feedback used in decision-making?

3.6 Executive Compensation

- Compensation Policy: Is there a clear policy linking executive compensation to
performance, including ESG criteria?
- Transparency: Is executive compensation disclosed transparently? Is there a
process for its review and approval?
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4.1 Supply Chain Management

- Supplier Selection: Are ESG criteria included in supplier selection processes? Are
suppliers evaluated on their ESG performance?
- Supply Chain Monitoring: Is the supply chain monitored for compliance? Are
supplier audits conducted regularly?
- Capacity Building: Are initiatives in place to support suppliers in adopting
sustainable practices?

4.2 Product Responsibility

- Product Assessment: Are products assessed for environmental and social
impacts throughout their lifecycle? Are assessments documented?
- Product Safety: Are product safety standards established and followed? Are
incidents tracked and addressed?
- Customer Feedback: Is there a process for collecting customer feedback? Are
complaints managed effectively?

4.3 Innovation and Sustainability

- Research and Development: Are investments made in R&D for sustainable
products? Are new technologies adopted to enhance ESG performance?
- Continuous Improvement: Is there a culture of continuous improvement in
sustainability practices? Are best practices shared across the organization?

Note: The above checklist is only for reference purposes and may vary from
sector to sector, it can be modified to suit your industry type.