Sustainability
We are working towards a better future for people, for our clients, our employees and for society in general.
We include ESG criteria in all of our operations
At the Armando Alvarez Group we are not only governed by economic criteria, but also by social, environmental and good governance criteria. These non-financial criteria, also known as ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance), impact both our companies and our environment, and it is essential to take them into account when making corporate decisions in order to achieve long-term sustainable development.
The Group identifies those social, environmental and governance areas that are linked to our activity and operations, with the aim to strategically integrate them in our value creation model.
As proof of our commitment, we joined the United Nations Global Compact in 2018 and we have been singled out as an example of good practises regarding climate change and circular economy in the Progress Communication report, published by the UN Global Compact in 2022.
We look to the future based on cooperation
At the Armando Alvarez Group we support the 10 Principles of the UN Global Compact regarding the respect of Human Rights, compliance with labour regulations, the prevention of corruption and the protection of the environment.
We have incorporated the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a Group and we are working on this basis to continue to grow in the markets where we participate, while at the same time contributing with our activity to building a more inclusive, fair and sustainable society.
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Goals of the 2030 Agenda
As private sector, we are called to play a fundamental role in the United Nations’ roadmap. In 2020 we established specific, ambitious and realistic goals to be achieved within a certain timeframe, the 2030 Agenda. Participating in this action plan provides us with a clear direction on where we are headed, and allows us to focus our effort and resources on the most relevant SDGs for our main activity, which is processing plastic materials.
Year after year we analyse and publish the evolution of achievement compared to the established goals, allowing us to optimise and correct the actions and resources invested over the short-, medium- and long-term.
Evolution
Use of sustainable materials that make products more efficient with a lower environmental impact.
We use ECOdesign to reduce the amount of materials used per packed unit, always preserving quality and safety.
Recovery and reuse of waste products.
This issue has become a strategic option with a clear goal to promote circularity.
Hazardous waste
Inert waste
Investment in our production system and the materials and technologies used, as well as good practises to reduce energy consumption and to improve efficiency.
We have received Carbon Neutral Certification, which means we offset 100% of our emissions thanks to the extensive plantations managed by Alvarez Forestal, one of the Group companies
Goals of the 2030 Agenda
As private sector, we are called to play a fundamental role in the United Nations’ roadmap. In 2020 we established specific, ambitious and realistic goals to be achieved within a certain timeframe, the 2030 Agenda. Participating in this action plan provides us with a clear direction on where we are headed, and allows us to focus our effort and resources on the most relevant SDGs for our main activity, which is processing plastic materials.
Year after year we analyse and publish the evolution of achievement compared to the established goals, allowing us to optimise and correct the actions and resources invested over the short-, medium- and long-term.
Use of sustainable materials that make products more efficient with a lower environmental impact.
We use ECOdesign to reduce the amount of materials used per packed unit, always preserving quality and safety.
Recovery and reuse of waste products.
This issue has become a strategic option with a clear goal to promote circularity.
Hazardous waste
Inert waste
Investment in our production system and the materials and technologies used, as well as good practises to reduce energy consumption and to improve efficiency.
We have received Carbon Neutral Certification, which means we offset 100% of our emissions thanks to the extensive plantations managed by Alvarez Forestal, one of the Group companies.
Corporate Sustainability Report
Corporate Sustainability Report
Here is the new Armando Alvarez Group Corporate Sustainability Report, where we discuss all of the actions taken by the Group companies this last year with the purpose to strengthen our commitment to environmental, social and governance sustainability.
Organizations we collaborate with
At the Armando Alvarez Group we have entered various strategic alliances as an essential tool to achieve our goals more efficiently. By collaborating and using synergies, we strengthen our position and we contribute to creating higher value for our stakeholders. These are some examples:
SPANISH ASSOCIATION OF PRIVATE RAILWAY BUSINESSES
AEFP is a non-profit organization that promotes sustainable mobility in the railway sector.
TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF PLASTICS
AIMPLAS is an organisation created to promote research, development and innovation (R&D&I) in the plastics industry
TEXTILE TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE
AITEX is a centre for research, innovation and advanced technical services for the textile, habitat, clothing, technical textiles, cosmetics, beauty and other sectors.
SPANISH ASSOCIATION OF PLASTICS INDUSTRIES
ANAIP is the meeting place for the Spanish industry of plastics processing. It promotes innovation, sustainability and quality in the sector.
CANTABRIAN ASSOCIATION OF FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESSES
ACEFAM aims to back family-owned companies, strengthening their ties with Cantabria through social responsibility and community root-building.
AGRICULTURE PLASTICS ENVIRONMENT
APE EUROPE is the non-packaging plastics products’ association for agriculture. APE works to promote sustainable and profitable production, along with a reliable end-of-life management for agricultural plastics.
SPANISH ASSOCIATION OF WOOD COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
AEIM is a private non-profit business organisation currently comprised of distributors of wood products.
CARBON DISCLOSURE PROJECT
CDP is a non-government organisation that measures the thoroughness of the disclosure, awareness and management of environmental risks and best practises associated with environmental leadership, such as the establishment of ambitious and significant goals.
SPANISH CONFEDERATION OF BUSINESS ORGANISATIONS
CEOE is an organisation that represents and defends the interests of businesses in Spain, acting as an intermediary in labour and economic issues before the government and other agents.
CIRCULAR PLASTICS ALLIANCE
CPA is a European initiative that brings together public and private sectors to encourage the reuse and recycling of plastics in order to reduce their environmental impact. It promotes circular economy and sustainability in plastics management.
ECOVADIS is an internationally-renowned platform that assesses supply chain sustainability and practises. The ratings it offers are based on ethics, the environment, and work practises.
ENVALORA is a collective system for extended producer responsibility (EPR) for industrial and commercial containers in the chemicals, plastics, rubber and construction sectors.
INSTITUTE FOR FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESSES
IEF is a business organisation that brings together family-owned companies that are leaders in their respective activity sectors.
OPERATION CLEAN SWEEP
OCS is a worldwide programme designed to prevent plastic granules from being released into the environment.
UN GLOBAL COMPACT
UN GLOBAL COMPACT is a call for businesses and organisations to align their strategies and operations with Ten Universal Principles on human rights, labour regulations, the environment and the fight against corruption.
ROCKWALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
REDC is a non-profit association that helps promote the economic development and prosperity of Rockwall.
SEDEX-SMETA SMETA is an audit method developed by Sedex to assess labour, social and ethical practises in supply chains.
ASOCIACION ESPAÑOLA DE EMPRESAS FERROVIARIAS PRIVADAS
AEFP es una asociación sin ánimo de lucro que nace con el objetivo de promover la movilidad sostenible en el sector ferroviario.
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO DEL PLÁSTICO
AIMPLAS Es una organización creada para impulsar la Investigación, el Desarrollo y la innovación (I+D+i) en el sector del plástico
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO TEXTIL
AITEX un centro de investigación, innovación y servicios técnicos avanzados para los sectores textil, hábitat, indumentaria, textiles técnicos, cosmética, belleza y otros sectores de aplicación.
ASOCIACIÓN ESPAÑOLA DE INDUSTRIAS DEL PLÁSTICO
ANAIP Es el foro de encuentro de la industria española de transformación de plásticos, impulsando la innovación, la sostenibilidad y calidad en el sector
ASOCIACIÓN CÁNTABRA DE LA EMPRESA FAMILIAR
ACEFAM busca respaldar el desarrollo de empresas familiares, fortaleciendo su lazo con Cantabria a través de responsabilidad social y arraigo comunitario
AGRICULTURE PLASTICS ENVIRONMENT
APE EUROPE es la asociación de productos plásticos (no envases) para uso agrícola. APE actúa para promover una producción sostenible y rentable, junto con una gestión fiable del final de vida de los plásticos de uso agrario.
ASOCIACIÓN ESPAÑOLA DEL COMERCIO E INDUSTRIA DE LA MADERA
AEIM Es una entidad empresarial de naturaleza privada y sin ánimo de lucro, actualmente conformada por distribuidores de productos de madera.
CARBON DISCLOSURE PROJECT
CDP es una organización no gubernamental que mide la exhaustividad de la divulgación, la conciencia y la gestión de los riesgos ambientales y las mejores prácticas asociadas con el liderazgo ambiental, como el establecimiento de objetivos ambiciosos y significativos.
CONFEDERACION ESPAÑOLA DE ORGANIZACIONES EMPRESARIALES
CEOE es una entidad que representa y defiende los intereses de las empresas en España, actuando como intermediaria en temas laborales y económicos ante el gobierno y otros actores.
CIRCULAR PLASTICS ALLIANCE
CPA es una iniciativa europea que une a sectores públicos y privados para fomentar la reutilización y reciclaje de plásticos, reduciendo su impacto ambiental. Busca impulsar la economía circular y la sostenibilidad en la gestión de plásticos.
ECOVADIS es una plataforma reconocida a nivel internacional que evalúa la sostenibilidad y prácticas de cadena de suministro. Ofrece calificaciones basadas en medio ambiente, ética y prácticas laborales.
ENVALORA es un sistema colectivo de responsabilidad ampliada del productor (SCRAP) para los envases industriales y comerciales de los sectores de la química, los plásticos, el caucho y la construcción.
INSTITUTO DE LA EMPRESA FAMILIAR
IEF es una organización empresarial que agrupa a empresas familiares líderes en sus sectores de actividad.
OPERATION CLEAN SWEEP
OCS es un programa mundial diseñado para evitar que la granza vaya a parar al medio ambiente.
UN GLOBAL COMPACT
UN GLOCAL COMPACT Es un llamamiento a las empresas y organizaciones para que alineen sus estrategias y operaciones con Diez Principios universales sobre derechos humanos, normas laborales, medioambiente y lucha contra la corrupción.
ROCKWALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
REDC es una asociación sin ánimo de lucro que ayuda a impulsar el desarrollo económico y próspero de Rockwall.
SEDEX-SMETA SMETA es un método de auditoría desarrollado por Sedex para evaluar las prácticas laborales, sociales y éticas en las cadenas de suministro.
Acknowledgements and achievements
We are proud to share with you our most important sustainability achievements as a company. These acknowledgements are not only a recognition of our hard work, but also proof of our ongoing commitment to doing business in a responsible and ethical manner.
