WWF-Australia Annual Report 2011

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100% accredited green power 22% reduction AChieved Greenhouse gas emissions Wherever possible, WWF avoids greenhouse gas emissions. We offset using a quality offset scheme that invests in renewable energy or energy efficiency projects that contribute to sustainable development in host countries. WWF’s preferred offsets are those generated by the Gold Standard Offset scheme. Office electricity use Our target is to reduce energy consumption per employee by 30% by 2015 from our 2010 baseline of 1,240kWh per employee. In 2010, we reduced overall consumption by 20%, and a further 2% in 2011, although energy consumption per person increased. We are reviewing our target and developing a strategy to ensure that our 2015 target is met. WWF purchases 100% government-accredited GreenPower from Origin Energy for our offices. 36% reduction AChieved Air travel Air travel is the most significant contributor to our carbon footprint. We have reduced our emissions from air travel by 36% to date against a 07/08 baseline and we are on track to achieve our target* of halving emissions by 2012. We will continue to focus on ways to reduce air travel. All emissions from air travel are offset with Gold Standard offsets through Climate Friendly. Air travel Domestic air travel International air travel Total target year* 100% carbon offset Vehicle use WWF does not have a vehicle fleet, however a number of our field staff rely on cars. We encourage staff to avoid vehicle use where possible and, if this is impossible, to hire fuel-efficient vehicles. We monitor private and hire car use, and offset emissions annually with Gold Standard offsets. This year the kilometres driven by staff increased by 41% compared to the previous year, largely on account of WWF’s work in regional Southwest Australia. We will continue to find ways to reduce vehicle use without compromising the delivery of our conservation goals. Recycling WWF is committed to recycling. Staff are encouraged to reduce waste and we work with our landlords to optimise recycling. Recyclable waste is segregated wherever possible, including obsolete computers and toners. 26 WWF-Australia Sustainability Report 2011
22% reduction AChieved Paper use WWF is committed to minimising paper use and purchasing FSC or recycled paper. We ensure that all official documents are available electronically and our extensive use of laptops further reduces the need for printing. Key documents, such as our Annual Report and supporter magazine Living Planet, carry the FSC “tree with tick” logo. By purchasing FSC paper WWF can be confident that the virgin fibre source has come from forests or plantations that are certified as well managed. In 2011 our paper use decreased by 22% per person compared to last year. Water Water is a small component of our footprint. Staff are encouraged to conserve water and our bathrooms are fitted with flow restrictors and dual-flush toilets. Our emplOYEES Members of WWF-Australia staff and Board with a member of the Girringun Traditional Owner group during Indigenous cultural training in Queensland. Employees Attracting and retaining the best people is critical to WWF’s effectiveness and we are committed to making WWF a great place to work. This year we continued to build a constructive, high-performance culture. All staff attended workshops to share the results of the 2010 Culture Survey and to set improvement targets. WWF- Australia’s values were approved and now underpin everything we do. Training and development focused on emotional intelligence and team-building. This has been critical to developing focused and committed teams. Further leadership and team development training is scheduled for 2012. Diversity WWF remains committed to Indigenous engagement. This year a cross-cultural training program, led by our Policy Manager – Conservation on Country, was delivered to board members, the CEO and staff. Traditional Owners shared their knowledge to facilitate a deeper understanding of Aboriginal culture and how best to develop close partnerships. As an identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position, the Policy Manager – Conservation on Country role is invaluable in building a positive approach to workplace diversity. responsible invEStment Responsible and sustainable investment is a logical extension of WWF-Australia’s mission and we are pleased to be the first NGO certified* by the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA). WWF invests in a range of listed securities that are under the direct management of our financial advisor Ethinvest. The responsible investment methodology we use applies to all WWF investments, including cash, fixed interest, Australian shares, international shares and property. The Ethinvest Sustainable Rating System, which WWF-Australia follows, aims to produce a portfolio comprising companies that contribute to the protection and improvement of our environment and a more sustainable society. Companies fall into three categories: green (activities that benefit), white (activities that do no harm) or black (those that damage people or the environment). The portfolio must have no black-rated, 50-100% green-rated and 0-50% white-rated investments. *WWF-Australia has been certified by RIAA according to the strict disclosure practices required under the Responsible Investment Certification Program. See www.responsibleinvestment.org for full details. WWF-Australia Sustainability Report 2011 27
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