Environmental Policy for the Mimacom Flowable Group
Version 1 | valid from June 2025
1. Introduction
This Environmental Policy outlines our commitment to environmental sustainability as part of our broader Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program. As a growing mid-size IT company we recognize our responsibility to protect the environment, minimize our environmental footprint, and actively contribute to a sustainable future. The development, maintenance, and operation of our software products and dedicated environments require energy, which in turn generates carbon emissions. We are committed to minimizing their environmental impact. This policy provides guidelines for reducing our carbon footprint, managing resources efficiently, promoting sustainable practices across our operations and empowering our teams to have a positive environmental impact.
2. Objective
We aim at minimizing our negative environmental impact and promoting sustainability while delivering our high quality Software Products and IT Services. All our employees are integrated into our environment management and have the right and the duty to work towards eliminating circumstances that create unnecessary burdens on the environment.
3. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors and affiliates involved in the company’s operations, including our offices, data centers, supply chains, and any activities related to our business.
4. Principles
We are committed to the following environmental principles:
Sustainability: Integrating sustainable practices into our operations and decision-making processes.
Compliance: Adhering to all relevant environmental laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Continuous Improvement: Continuously improving our environmental management through innovation and regular assessment of our practices to constantly improve our environmental performance.
5. Key Commitments
Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction
Implement energy-efficient practices in our offices, data centers, and facilities.
The use of renewable energy sources shall be prioritized to the extent that it is commercially practicable.
Set targets to reduce our carbon footprint and monitor progress.
Sustainable Resource Management
Optimize resource use, including electricity, water, and other materials, to reduce waste.
We are a digital company and therefore promote a paperless environment using digital communication and documentation (digital documents and e-signatures) and we are also providing our services remotely.
Implement and run a up-to-date recycling and waste management program.
Assess the lifecycle environmental impact of purchased goods and services and encourage the use of sustainable products and services within our operations and supply chain.
Green IT Practices
Promote the use of energy-efficient hardware and sustainable software solutions.
Dispose of electronic waste responsibly through certified recycling programs.
Supplier Engagement
Engage with suppliers to ensure they adhere to environmentally responsible practices.
Prioritize partnerships with vendors that demonstrate strong environmental performance and commitment.
Employee Engagement and Awareness
Raise employee awareness of environmental issues and encourage the adoption of sustainable practices both in the workplace and in their personal lives.
Reduce business travel-related emissions and offer virtual meetings.
Create opportunities for employee participation in environmental initiatives.
Monitoring and Reporting
Regularly monitor and evaluate our environmental performance against market practices / established targets.
Report on our environmental initiatives and progress as part of our annual ESG disclosures.
Continuously review and update this policy to reflect best practices and evolving environmental standards.
6. Responsibilities
Management: Responsible for implementing this policy, setting targets, and ensuring compliance.
ESG Committee: Responsible for the strategic oversight, governance, progress monitoring, initiatives review, reporting on environmental performance and advising the board and senior management on ESG trends, risks and opportunities.
Employees: Expected to adhere to this policy and participate in sustainability initiatives.
7. Review & Actions
This policy will be reviewed regularly and updated as necessary to ensure it remains relevant and effective in achieving our environmental goals.
Engage with the teams to gather ideas and encourage suggestions for improving sustainability practices.