Sustainability


lUpgrade our lighting systems to LED bulbs.


Updates since COVID-19 Since the spread of COVID-19 we have seen a necessary rise in the number of videocall meetings and webinar events. This has resulted in a huge decline In our carbon footprint as an organisation, and we shall now be adopting these processes across the Institute moving forward.


Engineering Council Guidance on Sustainability Professionally registered engineers and technicians are required to carry out their work in a way that contributes to sustainable development, as outlined in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). The six principles set out by the


costs for full air fares rather than budget airlines in our financial proposals.


Purchase of equipment and consumption of resources lMinimise our use of paper and other office consumables, for example by double-siding all paper used, and identifying opportunities to reduce waste.


lAs far as possible arrange for the reuse or recycling of office waste, including paper, computer supplies, and redundant equipment.


lReduce the energy consumption of office equipment by purchasing energy-efficient equipment and good housekeeping.


lSeek to purchase electricity from a supplier committed to renewable energy.


Engineering Council to support professional engineering and technicians when making decisions for clients, employers, and society, that affect sustainability are as follows: lContribute to building a sustainable society, present and future.


lApply professional and responsible judgement and take a leadership role.


lDo more than just comply with legislation and codes: be prepared to challenge the status quo.


lUse resources efficiently and effectively. lSeek multiple views to solve sustainability challenges.


lManage risk to minimise adverse impact and maximise benefit to people and the environment.


For more information on IHEEM’s commitment to sustainability, please visit www.iheem.org.uk/about-us/sustainability


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