Lafarge has set ambitious sustainable development objectives. The Group has committed itself to new objectives with clear deadlines and targets so all stakeholders can monitor developments in its performance.
With the Sustainability Ambitions 2012 plan, Lafarge is putting people and the environment at the heart of its concerns
Safety is a top priority for Lafarge Malawi as it is for Lafarge worldwide. A stringent safety policy is in place to promote a culture of safety and establish Lafarge as one of the world's leading companies in this domain. Lafarge Malawi has outlined a number of sustainable development priorities that are in line with the Lafarge Group's Sustainability Ambitions 2012.
Health and safety |
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Lafarge is the safest company in its sector, but its aim is to be among the safest companies in any sector, through continuous improvement and personal engagement of everybody. Examples of how this is being achieved include:
Lafarge has come a long way on its journey but recognizes it has further to go to achieve zero incidents and occupational illnesses. That's why Health & Safety is the Group's number one priority. Safety is a top priority for Lafarge Malawi as it is for Lafarge worldwide. A stringent safety policy is in place to promote a culture of safety and establish Lafarge as one of the world's leading companies in this domain.
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Sustainable developmentThe World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainable development as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs".
Sustainable development aims to reconcile 3 major stakes:
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Fighting climate change |
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We have fulfilled our objective of a 20% reduction in net CO2 emissions per ton of cement produced worldwide, one year ahead of schedule. This target is part of our Sustainability Ambitions 2012 program and a key objective in our partnership with WWF.
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