Description
The Sustainable Impact Award, new for 2024, honours a Barrie business demonstrating dedication to sustainability and responsible practices over the past year. This award celebrates innovative approaches to sustainable business practices, reducing carbon footprints, encouraging local procurement, and contributing to community sustainability. Key aspects include:
- Operational Sustainability: Integration of energy conservation, waste reduction, and optimized water usage in daily operations.
- Sustainable Sourcing: Use of sustainably sourced materials and prioritization of local procurement.
- Growth Metrics: Demonstrated progress and growth in sustainable practices year over year.
- Unique Projects: Original projects or programs that promote sustainability and reduce carbon footprints.
- Community Engagement: Creative involvement of the community to raise sustainability awareness and promote local involvement.
- Employee Engagement: Fostering a culture of sustainability, engaging employees in innovative initiatives, and encouraging new ideas and participation.
By meeting these criteria, companies support sustainable practices and set a standard for others to follow, fostering a more sustainable future for the Barrie community.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Company Overview | 10.0% |
| Value Proposition | 14.0% |
| Key Achievements in the Past Year | 26.0% |
| Key Success Factors | 21.0% |
| Community Involvement | 15.0% |
| Letters of Reference | 9.0% |
| Video Impression | 5.0% |