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The Group’s sustainability initiatives
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Improving our environmental impact
Our approach
Climate change and other environmental issues are of increasing societal concern. Our operations impact the environment through resource usage, emissions, and waste generation, as do most industries. The environment also directly impacts our business. As a global organization, we recognize that we have a key role to play in reducing our impacts in own operations and across our value chain. Our sustainable business practices allow us to conserve resources, reduce waste, manage costs, and meet the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products.
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Read more about our approach in the JT Group Environment Policy.
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Investing in people
Investing in people
Our employees are assets to the Company; their skills and spirit are the driving force behind everything we achieve. We are recognized as an “employer of choice” around the world, and our positive workplace culture and environment help us to attract, retain, and develop talented individuals. We are also taking further steps to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where everyone can feel comfortable and be themselves.
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Read more about our human resources management philosophy on JT.com.
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Investing in people: Health and safety
Our approach
We believe that our employees have the right to be protected from work-related injuries and illnesses. We are therefore responsible for providing a safe working environment and promoting a culture which prioritizes health and safety.
We focus on creating safe workplaces, building safety competence, and developing our safety culture. Our health and safety standards always meet—and usually exceed—the legal requirements. Their scope extends beyond our employees to cover contractors and visitors to our operations.
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Read more about targets and progress for health and safety on JT.com.
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Improving our social impact
For our Group to grow sustainably, it is vital for us to contribute to the sustainable development of our society. The JT Group Community Investment Policy determines a common goal across the JT Group: “To contribute to the development of inclusive and sustainable communities.” We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to participate in society, and that inclusive societies are better for business. In line with our community investment policy, and as a responsible local community member, we work with a wide range of stakeholders to resolve social issues.
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Read more about improving our social impact on JT.com.
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Respect for human rights
We respect human rights across our value chain and recognize the International Bill of Human Rights and the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. The JT Group Human Rights Policy follows the framework provided by the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
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Read more about respecting human rights on JT.com.