SWEP sustainability report 2019

A sustainable planet for future generations Our legacy

We have been thinking about the future for a long time. We all want to look into the eyes of our children and say we did everything we could to provide prosperity, a good quality of life, and a habitable planet for generations to come. Sustainable manufacturing is about commercially effective manufacturing that respects the environment and people's health. It minimizes consumption of natural resources, energy and toxic substances, and it eliminates the creation of waste and while producing quality products. We use several supportive tools for sustainable manufacturing. certification demonstrates a committed stance on environmental management to stakeholders. By correctly implementing an environmental management system, companies ensure environmental compliance, improve environmental performance and provide a systematic and strategic approach to environmental issues. REACH This regulation ensures high level of protection of human health and the environment, with respect to the use of hazardous chemicals. RoHS The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC restricts the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacture of various types of electronic and electrical equipment. Environmental management system (ISO 14001) This international standard with accredited

Conflict minerals commitment

Conflict resources are natural resources extracted in a conflict zone, sold to finance militias and war. There is both statistical and anecdotal evidence that when belligerents have access to precious commodities

conflict can be prolonged. The most prominent contemporary example has been in central and eastern Africa, where various armies, rebel groups and outside actors have profited from mining while contributing to violence and exploitation in the region. SWEP is highly committed to complying with international efforts to reduce trade in conflict resources through auditing its supply chains and report use of conflict minerals. SWEP Earth Day Challenge In 2019, we started this new event throughout the SWEP world. Designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for environmental efforts both at work and at home, it is another way for us to challenge efficiency. This year we have seen employees create crafts out of waste, implement eco-friendly commuting, help out with gardening and cleaning in local parks and landscapes, cook vegetarian meals, and bring mugs to work to reduce plastic pollution. We aim to make this an annual tradition for many years to come!

SWEP SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2019

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