set itself the goal to define to what extent its activities are able to contribute directly or indirectly to achieving the SDGs and has identified 12 of 17 Goals to which it can contribute most through extensive internal engagement, involving all the significant functions of each Group company. With the final approval of Group Top Management, Maire Tecnimont then clearly defined its Sustainability Vision and, accordingly, its specific commitment and goals - which are closely linked with the business strategy - for each SDG. Each SDG applicable to the Group is presented below, along with its consequences in business terms.
MAIRE TECNIMONT COMMITMENT TO THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
—— Enable the world to achieve food security —— Improve sustainable agriculture by increasing crop yields and improving the use of sustainable Macro- and Micro-Nutrients
—— Promote R&D activities pursuing technological innovation
—— Protect workers’ safety —— Promote workers’ health —— Promote a more sustainable Supply Chain
—— Promote the development of resilient and sustainable infrastructure, also with a long-term outlook
—— Strengthen the knowledge and skills of the entire workforce
—— Apply international guidelines and BAT to reduce the environmental impacts of production
—— Promote Equal Employment Opportunities for men and women
—— Reduce the carbon footprint of the Group and its Clients
—— Strengthen renewable energy sector presence
—— Protect the ecosystems affected by construction site operations
—— Promote the protection of human and workers’ rights —— Contribute to the development and economic growth of the countries where the company operates
—— Step up involvement in working tables on sustainability issues —— Promote and consolidate university partnerships —— Promote and consolidate innovation partnerships
2018 FACTS & FIGURES
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