Navigating emissions targets and regulatory protocols is nothing new in the logistics industry, but one company is showing that impactful ESG is not just about high-level strategy – it’s about rolling up your sleeves.
From planting vegetable gardens at their offices to supporting local schools – and even launching their “Jars of Hope” feeding initiative – SACO Shipping has embedded sustainability into the fabric of its operations.
“We understand the significance of our impact on the environment and the influence we have on humanity,” said Beverly Kirstein, chief human resource officer at SACO Shipping.
“That is why we established an internal ESG committee that meets regularly to brainstorm ways we can give back, whether through environmental initiatives or community outreach. Our efforts always align with our internal policies and long-term sustainability goals.”
She said the committee, known as the “Green Champions”, was established two years ago to drive SACO’s ESG strategy.
“Each year, we plan specific projects aligned with awareness days and global environmental themes,” she said.
“We not only raise awareness internally through our intranet, but also tie these themes to hands-on initiatives where our team actively gets involved in making a real difference.”
This has seen SACO teams getting actively involved, unafraid of getting their hands dirty – with ocean and river clean-ups, tree planting and tending to vegetable gardens established not only at the company’s offices across the country but also within local communities.
- Read the full article in our Freight Features edition on "ESG".
