General
Virtual Forms Pty Ltd will comply with all local, state and federal laws and regulations on:
- disposing of hazardous waste (including EPA’s list of prescribed industrial waste), trade waste (i.e. waste added to the sewer) and waste water
- safe handling, storage and transport of hazardous waste and dangerous goods
- noise
- land use
- air pollution and carbon emissions
Virtual Forms Pty Ltd will aim to increase energy and water efficiency, and seek opportunities for reducing and recycling waste. To do this, we will:
- investigate ways to reduce consumption or recycle waste
- publish monthly energy and water use on the staff notice board including savings made, and report on greenhouse gas emissions
- give preference to maintenance and other contractors using green products
Energy
- buy electrical and lighting systems rated as energy efficient
- turn off electrical lighting and appliances when not in use
- use accredited green power, either in part or whole
Water
- buy appliances rated as water efficient
- ensure plumbing devices are fitted with built-in flow restrictors in kitchen and washing up areas
Waste
- recycle all waste paper, bottles, plastics and cans
- look for opportunities to exchange waste on the waste exchange database website (wasteexchange.net.au)