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Environmental, Recycling & Procurement Policy

Environmental Stewardship

Environmental stewardship is a fundamental principle of CRANBOURN^® and underpins our approach to responsible business. We believe that businesses have a responsibility to minimise their environmental impact, use resources thoughtfully, and contribute positively to protecting the natural environment for future generations.

As a certified Corporação B and member of 1% para o Planeta, we are committed to balancing commercial success with environmental and social responsibility. We support the principles of sustainable development and seek to align our activities with internationally recognised frameworks, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Environmental considerations are incorporated throughout our business, from product design and packaging selection to procurement, operations, logistics and supplier relationships. We continually seek opportunities to reduce waste, improve resource efficiency, minimise unnecessary consumption and support circular economy principles through responsible sourcing, reuse, repair and recycling.

We encourage employees, contractors, suppliers and business partners to share our commitment to environmental responsibility and to consider the environmental impact of their decisions and activities. Through education, awareness and continuous improvement, we seek to foster a culture in which environmental stewardship forms part of everyday business practice.

As a flexible and remote-first organisation, we recognise that environmental stewardship extends beyond traditional workplaces and applies equally to home and virtual office environments. Employees and contractors are encouraged to adopt environmentally responsible working practices, including conserving energy, reducing unnecessary printing, minimising waste, using resources efficiently and maximising opportunities for reuse and recycling.

CRANBOURN^® shares information and resources to support sustainable workplace and home office practices, including guidance on energy efficiency, waste reduction, recycling, responsible resource use, and environmentally conscious purchasing decisions. Employees are encouraged to prioritise environmentally preferred products, reusable materials and suppliers that demonstrate strong environmental and ethical standards wherever practical.

Recycling, Sustainable Procurement & E-Waste

CRANBOURN^® is committed to reducing waste and promoting the responsible use of resources throughout its operations. Employees and contractors are encouraged to apply the principles of reduce, reuse, repair and recycle wherever practical and to minimise waste generation before considering disposal options.

Where waste is generated, recyclable materials should be separated and disposed of through appropriate recycling schemes wherever local facilities permit. Employees are encouraged to follow local authority guidance and make use of available recycling infrastructure to maximise resource recovery and minimise landfill disposal.

The company supports the principles of the circular economy, including keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible, reducing unnecessary waste and improving resource efficiency. These principles are promoted globally by organisations such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and help inform our approach to environmental management and business operations.

CRANBOURN^® seeks to incorporate environmental considerations into purchasing and procurement decisions wherever reasonably practical. Employees and contractors are encouraged to select environmentally preferred products and services that minimise environmental impact throughout their lifecycle, including products that are reusable, recyclable, made from recycled materials, responsibly sourced, energy efficient or designed to reduce waste.

To support sustainable procurement, CRANBOURN^® shares information regarding environmentally preferred suppliers and vendors for office supplies, equipment and business services. When making purchasing decisions, employees are encouraged to consider environmental factors alongside cost, quality and operational requirements, including packaging reduction, durability, repairability, recyclability, resource efficiency and supplier environmental practices.

CRANBOURN^® recognises the importance of the safe and environmentally responsible disposal of electronic equipment and other potentially hazardous materials. Employees and contractors are encouraged to utilise local authority collection schemes, certified recycling providers, manufacturer take-back programmes and other approved channels for the disposal of computers, monitors, printers, batteries, printer cartridges, cables and other electronic equipment used within workplace and home office environments.

Through these measures, CRANBOURN^® seeks to reduce its environmental footprint, conserve resources, support responsible consumption and contribute positively to the objectives of the B Corp movement, 1% for the Planet and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.