What is a sustainability policy?

The purpose of a sustainability policy is to establish and communicate an overall plan for the company's sustainability work. In other words, the content shows how the company should work with sustainability issues. As with any policy, it is important that it is clear, relevant and linked to the business. It also needs to be monitored and updated regularly. A sustainability policy should also be accessible to employees and other relevant stakeholders.

For example, a sustainability policy may include commitments to:
- reduce and prevent environmental impacts
- make a positive contribution to society and human health
- comply with relevant legal requirements
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