PURPOSE

Red Badge is committed to sustainable practices that ensure the well-being of our environment, community, and future generations. We recognize our responsibility to minimize our environmental footprint and contribute positively to the natural and social environments in which we operate. We are committed to acknowledging, educating, and enforcing measures in all possible scenarios to lessen the negative impact our business may have on the environment.

 

SCOPE

This policy applies to all employees of Red Badge Group (full-time, part-time, fixed-term, or casual) and all persons performing work at the direction of or on behalf of Red Badge Group, including contractors and subcontractors. All employees will be made aware of the diverse and inclusive culture that we promote.

 

PRINCIPLES

  • Community – Hapori: Safe and secure places for all New Zealanders to live and visit.
  • People – Whanau: To nurture a thriving workforce, contribute to building resilient communities, and foster a more equitable and sustainable future for all.
  • Environment – Taiao: We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and leaving a positive legacy for our communities.
  • Purpose – Kaupapa: To create value that extends beyond financial metrics, fostering positive impact for our customers, our industry, our business, and society as a whole.

 

APPLICATION

Community:

  • Red Badge will continue to support our main charity, Level Playing Field, with a minimum of $15,000 per annum until 2026.
  • 100% of all funds raised through Red Badge charitable events will be donated to charity.
  • Every Red Badge Region will engage at least quarterly with local community charities to support fundraising efforts.

People:

  • 85% of respondents recommend Red Badge as a great place to work.
  • Achieve a 40/40/20 workforce gender balance by 2027.
  • 85% of all permanent Red Badge employees will be on Living Wage or above by 2030.

Environment:

  • Year-on-year reduction in waste to landfill across all our regions, through until 2030.
  • Implement energy-efficient technologies and practices across all operations. Monitor energy consumption to reach set reduction targets.
  • Sustainable procurement through sourcing materials and products from suppliers committed to sustainable practices. Annual commitment to evaluate the environmental impact of products and supplier certification.

Purpose:

  • Customer NPS average score above 8 with a response rate over 75%.
  • 100% of all procurement is aligned with sustainable procurement guidelines by 2030.

 

COMMITTMENT

At Red Badge Group, being a sustainable business is a core value that reflects our deep commitment to New Zealand. As a 100% New Zealand-owned company, we are fully dedicated to caring for our people and our environment. We recognize that the success of our business is intricately linked to the wellbeing of the New Zealand economy, the local environment, and the communities in which we operate. We are committed to integrating sustainable practices throughout our operations, ensuring that our growth contributes positively to the environment and society.

 

ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS

Available upon request:

  • Procurement Policy
  • Modern Day Slavery Policy