Sustainability PolicyUpdated a day ago
At Inish Pharmacy, we are committed to operating responsibly and contributing to a healthier, more sustainable future for our customers, community, and environment. As a healthcare provider, we recognise our responsibility to minimise our environmental impact while promoting wellbeing and ethical business practices.
1. Our Commitment
Inish Pharmacy is dedicated to:
Reducing our carbon footprint and environmental impact.
Encouraging responsible consumption and waste reduction.
Supporting sustainable suppliers and products.
Continuously improving our sustainability practices across all areas of the business.
2. Sustainable Operations
We aim to reduce the environmental impact of our daily operations by:
Minimising energy use through efficient lighting, heating, and equipment.
Reducing paper usage by prioritising digital receipts, communications, and documentation.
Encouraging responsible water usage across all pharmacy locations.
Continuously evaluating opportunities to lower emissions associated with our business.
3. Packaging & Waste Reduction
We work to reduce unnecessary waste by:
Using recyclable and biodegradable packaging wherever possible.
Encouraging customers to properly dispose of medication through our medication return and disposal schemes.
Reducing single-use plastics within our operations and supply chain.
Partnering with waste management providers committed to responsible recycling practices.
4. Ethical & Sustainable Product Sourcing
Inish Pharmacy seeks to:
Work with suppliers who demonstrate ethical, environmentally responsible practices.
Increase the availability of sustainable, eco-friendly product options for customers.
Monitor and review supplier sustainability standards as part of our procurement decisions.
5. Community Health & Education
We believe sustainability is interconnected with community health. Our efforts include:
Promoting public awareness about responsible medication disposal and environmental health.
Supporting community health initiatives and charitable causes.
Encouraging customers to make informed, sustainable choices.
6. Staff Engagement & Training
We support our team in contributing to sustainability by:
Providing training on environmental best practices.
Encouraging staff involvement in sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement.
Fostering a workplace culture rooted in responsibility and environmental awareness.
7. Continuous Improvement
Sustainability is an ongoing effort. Inish Pharmacy will:
Regularly review and update our sustainability goals and progress.
Monitor new opportunities to further reduce environmental impact.
Seek feedback from staff, customers, and partners to strengthen our initiatives.