10/06/09
The water industry is again recognised in national corporate responsibility awards announced today by Business in the Community (BITC).
Seven water companies appear in the BITC Corporate Responsibility Index. Two appear at Platinum Plus level (where only seven companies in total are cited); none appears in a lower band than Gold; all water companies either maintain or increase their scores.
The spread of activities recognised underlines the breadth of water companies' involvement in their communities. In its Big Tick category - for organisations able to show significant impact and high-quality management of responsible practice reflected in society and their business - BiTC highlights water companies for:
• leadership and integration of responsible business practice
• improving the health and wellbeing of employees
• strategic and innovative action towards a low-carbon economy
• leadership and improved impact by embedding environmental strategy into core business
• raising the achievement of young people through sustainable partnerships with schools
• community programmes empowering local communities
• collaborative action having a positive impact on their community
• responsible marketing and innovation bringing a positive impact on society.
Barrie Clarke, Director of Communication said:
"The water industry provides high quality services to families and organisations as both consumers and citizens. Its clear commitment to responsible business rests on community engagement and a strong public service ethos.
"The Water UK Sustainable Water - State of the Water Sector Report published late last year contains a wealth of evidence for water companies' community links and corporate responsibility."
Business in the Community Awards 2009: The Big Ticks
State of the Water Sector Report
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