1. Purpose and scope of application
1.1. The purpose of the Environmental Policy of UAB Koncernas ACHEMOS GRUPĖ (hereinafter
– the Environmental Policy) is to define the key environmental principles that UAB Koncernas
ACHEMOS GRUPĖ (hereinafter – Koncernas) and the subsidiaries it owns (hereinafter – the
Companies) are committed to follow in the performance and development of their activities, with
the aim of minimising the impact on the environment and introducing a culture based on the
sustainability principles.
1.2. This Environmental Policy applies to Koncernas and all the Companies it owns.
1.3. All employees of the Koncernas and the Companies, as well as contractors, suppliers, clients
and other business partners, as appropriate, shall be made aware of this policy and shall be obliged
to comply with it.
2. General provisions
2.1. Koncernas and its Companies undertake to minimise potential environmental impacts:
2.1.1. To comply with all applicable environmental laws, regulations and standards, and to monitor
and update our business practices in the light of any changes in environmental legislation.
2.1.2. If necessary, a full environmental impact assessment should be carried out before any new
development project is launched. This assessment should cover the potential environmental
risks of the activity, including impacts on habitats, noise, pollution, air and water quality,
visual impacts and wildlife conservation. This is to ensure that all new development projects
are designed, operated and maintained in a way that minimises negative environmental
impacts.
2.1.3. To perform monitoring of the environmental impact of the activities, including greenhouse
gas emissions, air and soil pollution, natural and energy resources and waste generated by
activities of Koncernas and the Companies.
2.1.4. To expand the use of clean vehicles wherever possible and where technology is available,
and to steadily reduce the use of polluting fuels.
2.1.5. To evaluate and, where possible, prioritise more sustainable, environmentally safer and less
polluting solutions when sourcing goods or services from third countries.2.1.6. To adopt responsible waste management practices in their operations. This includes waste
prevention, sorting, promoting recycling and reuse, and disposing of waste in accordance
with applicable laws.
2.1.7. To implement environmental management systems (ISO 14001, etc.) in line with the
specificities of its activities, to ensure that these systems meet the requirements and to
continuously improve them, with a view to increasing the effectiveness of environmental
management systems.
2.1.8. If necessary and feasible, to carry out life cycle assessments of manufactured products for
their certification according to international standards for product environmental impact
statements.
2.1.9. To ensure that legal limits for water, air quality, soil and environmental pollution and noise
are not exceeded and to minimise them at operational sites. To this end, to implement all
necessary preventive measures and to introduce and use advanced technologies.
2.1.10. In recognition of the challenge of climate change, promote the introduction of renewable
energy solutions and the use of green energy in all activities. Priority shall be given to
energy efficiency and other measures to promote resource efficiency.
2.1.11. To work actively with government environmental authorities, NGOs and local communities
to identify and properly implement the necessary environmental measures.
2.1.12. To develop staff competences and a sustainable and responsible approach to environmental
protection. Identifying new risks, assessing the feasibility of technical innovations and
analysing environmental incidents are the basis for learning and initiating positive change.
2.1.13. To ensure that employees are aware of this policy and to encourage responsible behaviour
and involvement in environmental activities through various means.
3. Implementation, oversight and control
3.1.1. The implementation of this policy is the responsibility of the management of Koncernas and
the Companies, as well as the environmental managers or other staff delegated in this field.
3.1.2. Any potential or actual violation of the provisions of this Environmental Policy can be
reported via the Trust Line of Koncernas: https://www.achemosgrupe.lt/pasitikejimo-linija/.
Anonymous and non-anonymous reports can be made through this channel by employees,
business partners, clients, suppliers, their employees, community representatives and other
interested parties.
3.1.3. Koncernas periodically reviews its environmental policy, follows its provisions and sets
specific environmental objectives and targets for the Companies.