To provide a structure against which sustainability performance can be managed and assessed, BASIS uses twelve principles which are categorised into the three related pillars of environmental responsibility, social progress and economic activity. The principles are each described below, select a category to scroll to the relevant section.
Environmental
Energy and emissions
To minimise greenhouse gas emissions from all sources including buildings, equipment and other operational sources, including emissions from non-energy sources such as refrigeration.
Waste Management
To minimise the generation of waste. All unavoidable waste to be reused, recycled or recovered with no waste sent for incineration or landfill.
Water and Effluents
To use water efficiently and effectively, to dispose of wastewater appropriately, avoiding watercourse pollution and to design buildings and hard landscaping surfaces to avoid local issues such as flooding.
Materials and Chemicals
To use sustainable, healthy, non-toxic products and raw materials with low embodied energy which are sourced locally and made from reusable, recyclable and/or recycled resources.
Transport and Travel
To minimise the impacts of transport and travel by reducing journeys and using low and zero-carbon transport and travel options.
Food and Drink
To reduce the impact of food and drink production, use and disposal by choosing local, seasonal, high welfare and organic produce; minimising waste and, where waste is unavoidable, segregating and disposing of waste in a positive- or low-impact way; and redistributing unused food and drink where possible.
Biodiversity and Habitats
To encourage and protect biodiversity and wildlife habitats through appropriate land use, management and integration into the built environment.
Accessibility and Equality
To provide facilities and services that are physically accessible to all and to provide a welcoming atmosphere to all with knowledgeable, confident staff.
Healthy Options
To give opportunities to staff, fans and other visitors to improve their physical and mental well-being, including healthy food options and opportunities for active travel.
Engagement and Education
To engage with, and respond to the needs of, your communities of interest at all scales from local residents to global fan bases. This includes groups such as disabled spectators.
Economic
Procurement and Employment
To incorporate economic, social and environmental considerations into all procurement and employment decisions including, as appropriate, life-cycle comparisons, end-of-life disposal, employee conditions and fair trade status. Incorporating sustainability requirements into all supplier contracts.
Economy and Community
To support and have positive impacts on the local economy and local community, including community engagement.
Certification and Training
If you want to apply our sustainability principles to your organisation, why not discover our training and certification options?
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