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Water Policy

Published February 2024

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Overview

SNF is committed to reducing water consumption and promoting sustainable water management practices during its production processes.

This Water Saving Policy aims to outline the steps and measures that will be implemented to conserve water resources, minimize wastage, and ensure responsible water usage throughout our operations.

Furthermore, as our activities are closely linked to water, SNF must preserve this resource and ensure its treatment and access by the populations through local actions such as constructing wells or, more generally, offering product ranges for drinking water.

Preserving water is, therefore, in the SNF team’s DNA, and we know that this resource is precious and tends to become scarce if we do not take all possible measures to save it.

STATEMENT

At SNF, we recognize the importance of water conservation and understand that our operations impact local water resources. Therefore, we are dedicated to implementing water-saving measures to minimize water usage and promote sustainable practices. This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and stakeholders involved in our production processes.

OBJECTIVES

Reduce Water Consumption

  • Implement water-efficient technologies and equipment to minimize water usage during production processes.
  • Regularly monitor and benchmark water consumption to identify areas for improvement.
  • Set targets for reducing water consumption and track progress towards achieving these targets.

Water Recycling and Reuse

  • Investigate and implement water recycling systems and technologies to treat and reuse water in our production processes wherever feasible.
  • Conduct regular assessments to identify opportunities for water reuse and implement appropriate measures to optimize water resource utilization.

Leak Detection and Repairs

  • Establish a proactive maintenance program to detect and repair leaks promptly.
  • Train employees to identify and report water leaks and encourage their participation in leak prevention initiatives.

Employee Awareness and Training

  • Provide regular training and awareness programs to all employees on water-saving practices and the importance of water conservation.
  • Encourage employees to suggest innovative ideas and improvements for water conservation.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders to promote water-saving practices and encourage responsible water usage throughout the supply chain.
  • Share best practices and success stories with stakeholders to inspire and motivate others to adopt water-saving measures.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable water conservation laws, regulations, and permits.
  • Regularly review and evaluate the effectiveness of this policy and implement necessary changes to improve water-saving practices.

CONCLUSION

This Water Saving Policy reflects SNF’s commitment to reducing water consumption, minimizing wastage, and promoting sustainable water management practices. By implementing the measures outlined in this policy, we aim to contribute to the conservation of water resources and demonstrate our responsibility towards the environment and the communities in which we operate.

SNF is dedicated to continuously improving our water-saving efforts and will regularly review and update this policy to ensure its effectiveness. Together, we can make a significant difference in conserving water resources and building a sustainable future.