ESG Reporting Intelligence Logo

Eden Towers – Agritech ESG Report

by | May 20, 2022 | ESG

Eden Towers completed an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) review and first ESG report working with the team from ESG Impact, and key supplier and partner Intelligent Growth Solutions (IGS). Throughout the process the key focus was to ensure Eden Towers has an effective governance structure, with a range of policies and committees to have oversite of identified ESG risks. Eden Towers also identified a range of targets and objectives associated with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and their internal ESG objectives.

ESG Risk Management

Eden Towers understands that not all ESG risks can be deterred but is deeply committed towards maintaining the effective controls, measures and processes to identify and mitigate risks prioritised by their potential consequences.

Key ESG identified risks:

  • Environmental and Social Impacts of Ingredients and Supply Chain

  • Water Withdrawal

  • Fair labour and Workforce Health and Safety

  • Food Safety and Health Concerns

  • Land use and Ecological Impacts

  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions

  • Energy and Fleet Fuel Management

  • Climate Change Impact on Crop Yields

  • Management of the Legal and Regulatory Environment

Corporate Governance

The unique nature of Eden Towers as an agriculture company, with intelligent farming technology the governance and management of the organisation needs to have a diverse background. This ensures best practice policies and procedures are adhered to. Eden Towers’ governance policies are a crucial aspect towards keeping all suppliers’ and corporate customers values, practices and systems aligned with one another.

Key governance policies:

  • Risk Management Committee – Charter

  • Audit Committee – Charter

  • Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Committee – Charter

  • Modern Slavery & Human Rights Statement

  • Employee Code of Conduct

  • Risk Management Policy

  • Diversity and Inclusion Policy

  • Review of Suppliers (Supplier Code of Conduct)

  • Environmental Management Statement

  • Supplier Engagement Policy

Supplier Management

Eden Towers holds itself accountable to various principles and values that guide decision making to ensure that Eden Towers can operate in a responsible and ethical manner. Eden Towers also expects that these same values and principles are shared by consultants, contractors and suppliers, of all goods or services suppliers to Eden Towers.

Eden Towers has developed an onboarding process for all partners and clients to manage a number of risks within suppliers and supply chains. The onboarding process for partners and supplier code of conduct identifies the following guidance:

  • Business Integrity and Ethics

  • Social and Labour Conditions

  • Health and Safety

  • Environment

  • Supplier support and commitment

Technology

Tech enabled – using IOT, AI to automate from seeding to harvesting.

Research & Development – exploring new produce beyond the norm.

Sustainable – renewable energy, full recycling and sustainable practices used.

Full Climate – technology powering a complete climate control, allowing for any climate to be replicated.

ESG Impact can help your business identify ESG risks, create a strategy to manage ESG risks and find efficiencies. We work across all sectors, working with senior leadership, c-level and boards to develop a clear pathway to ESG reporting. Reach out to ESG Impact if you are interested in finding out more.

Contact us to discuss how your organisation can reduce ESG risks, create an effective ESG strategy, reduce their carbon footprint and better manage ESG risk in your supply chain.

Recent Posts

Introduction of CSRD in the European Union

by | Mar 20, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

The introduction of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) on January 1st, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the European Union’s approach towards...

EU LIFE Programme: Funding of green projects

by | Mar 20, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

The LIFE Programme serves as the European Union's financial tool dedicated to environmental and climate action. Since its inception in 1992, it has actively nurtured...

European Union: Import and International Supply Chains

by | Mar 20, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

In a globalised world with large international supply chains many companies are facing risks related to supplier management. ESG Reporting Intelligence offers European...

Workplace Health and Safety

by | Mar 9, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

The resilient workforce of an organisation guarantees a strong foundation for an organisation to sustain and flourish not only when the sailing is smooth but also in...

Working from Home: The New Path to Achieving “Net Zero” Emissions, Focusing on Scope 1, 2, and 3

by | Mar 9, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

In recent years, the concept of achieving net zero emissions has gained significant traction as the world grapples with the urgent need to mitigate climate change....

Understanding DEI Policies and Tracking DEI Data Amid Changing Regulations

by | Mar 9, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

In today's diverse and inclusive world, organisations recognise the importance of implementing robust Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies. Its significance...

The Why Behind Limited Global ESG Audits at First: Explained

by | Mar 9, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

The world, as we know it today, needs to take sweeping steps to prevent environmental degradation. The concerted efforts of multinational companies in this direction...

The Proliferation of Climate-Related Risk: Special Reference to TCFD

by | Mar 9, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

In recent years, the world has witnessed an alarming increase in the frequency and severity of climate-related events. From extreme weather events to rising sea levels...

Safeguarding Digital Privacy: Balancing Convenience and Security

by | Mar 8, 2024 | ESG | 0 Comments

In the modern digital era, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, ensuring digital privacy has become paramount. With the growing dependence on the...