At Mercanza, sustainability is embedded in our day-to-day operations and forms an integral part of our organisational culture. Through various environmental initiatives and good practices, we work to minimise the environmental impacts associated with our activities, promote the efficient use of resources and raise environmental awareness among our employees, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Responsible Waste Management
At Mercanza, we promote the responsible management of waste generated at our facilities, prioritising waste prevention, segregation and proper handling.
We have separate waste collection and sorting systems for different waste streams, including paper and cardboard, packaging, batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), ensuring that waste is appropriately treated through the relevant channels.
Furthermore, the organisation has implemented a Zero Waste Policy and an Internal Zero Waste Programme, both integrated into its Environmental Management System. These initiatives focus on waste prevention, resource reuse, continuous improvement and the promotion of good environmental practices.
Circular Economy and Efficient Resource Use
Mercanza promotes the principles of the circular economy through resource optimisation, extending the useful life of equipment and materials, waste prevention and the continuous improvement of internal processes.
These measures help reduce unnecessary resource consumption, encourage more efficient use of available materials and minimise the environmental impacts associated with our activities.
Renewable and Clean Energy
We have solar panels that enable us to generate clean energy, significantly reducing the environmental impact associated with the energy consumption of our facilities.
Our commitment to renewable energy contributes to:
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Improving energy efficiency.
- Reducing dependence on conventional energy sources.
- Supporting sustainability goals and efforts to combat climate change.
In addition, the energy supplied to Mercanza comes from renewable sources.
Carbon Footprint and Climate Change
At Mercanza, we work to identify, assess and reduce the environmental impacts associated with our activities. As part of this commitment, we monitor our carbon footprint to understand the emissions generated by our organisation and identify opportunities for improvement aimed at reducing them.
The measures implemented by the organisation in areas such as energy efficiency, renewable energy use, resource optimisation, process digitalisation and responsible waste management help progressively reduce our environmental impact and reinforce our commitment to combating climate change.
We also continue to improve our environmental performance by identifying new measures to reduce emissions and make our activities more sustainable.
The 3R philosophy: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
We apply the principles of the 3Rs as a foundation for our environmental commitment:
Reduce
We promote process digitalisation and encourage the responsible use of resources, minimising unnecessary consumption of paper, energy and other materials.
Reuse
Whenever possible, we encourage the reuse of IT equipment, technology components and other resources, extending their useful life and reducing waste generation.
Recycle
When materials reach the end of their useful life, they are managed through appropriate procedures to ensure their proper recovery or recycling by authorised waste management operators.
Responsible and Sustainable Purchasing
We select suppliers who share our environmental values and foster business relationships based on sustainability, responsibility and continuous improvement.
Where applicable, our supplier selection and assessment processes take into account aspects such as:
- Compliance with environmental legislation.
- The existence of environmental policies, commitments or management systems.
- Responsible management of the resources and waste associated with their activities.
- The adoption of measures aimed at reducing environmental impacts.
- A commitment to sustainable practices and continuous improvement.
We also encourage collaboration with suppliers and other stakeholders to promote good environmental practices throughout our value chain, supporting more efficient resource management and contributing to sustainable development.
Corporate Garden
We maintain a corporate garden that promotes sustainable habits and strengthens environmental awareness among our employees.
This initiative helps to:
- Increase understanding of the natural environment.
- Encourage participation in environmental activities.
- Promote the responsible use of resources.
- Foster a stronger connection with nature and sustainability.
Mercanza promotes initiatives that raise awareness of the importance of protecting the natural environment and using resources responsibly, encouraging greater environmental awareness among our employees.
Environmental Awareness
Environmental awareness is a fundamental element of our Environmental Management System.
We therefore regularly carry out information and training activities for our employees, including internal campaigns and short informational sessions covering topics such as:
- Responsible waste management.
- Responsible resource consumption.
- Energy conservation.
- Water conservation.
- Reducing paper use.
- The circular economy.
- Good environmental practices.
These activities help strengthen the organisation’s environmental culture and encourage participation across our workforce.
Continuous Improvement
All these initiatives form part of Mercanza’s commitment to continuously improving its environmental performance and integrating sustainability criteria into its processes, activities and decision-making.
Our goal is to continue progressing towards an increasingly responsible, efficient and environmentally conscious management model, actively contributing to environmental protection and sustainable development.
