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  • Physical Risks

    Physical Risks Physical risks refer to potential negative impacts on businesses due to physical changes in the environment that arise from climate change. These risks can be acute or chronic: Companies assess these risks to better understand potential vulnerabilities and take measures to protect assets, ensure operational continuity, and support resilience across their value chain.

  • Metal Residues 

    Metal Residues  Metal residues are trace amounts of toxic metals, such as lead, mercury, and cadmium, that are released into the environment through industrial activities, waste disposal, or the burning of fossil fuels. These metals can accumulate in the air, soil, and water, contributing to pollution. They pose significant health risks, including neurological damage, kidney…

  • Phthalates

    Phthalates Phthalates are chemical compounds commonly used as plasticizers to make plastics more flexible, durable, and soft. They are found in a wide range of products, including vinyl flooring, cosmetics, medical devices, and food packaging. Phthalates can leach out of products and evaporate into the air, leading to potential human exposure through inhalation, ingestion, or…

  • Ozone

    Ozone Ozone (O₃) is a gas formed in the atmosphere through chemical reactions between volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) in the presence of sunlight. It plays a dual role in the environment: in the stratosphere, ozone forms the ozone layer, which protects life on Earth by absorbing harmful ultraviolet radiation. However, at…

  • Interim Workers

    Interim Workers Interim workers are professionals employed by a company or organization for a defined period to address specific needs, such as managing projects, filling temporary skill gaps, or covering staff absences. They typically possess specialized expertise and are hired on a short-term or contract basis to deliver results without the long-term commitment of permanent…

  • Responsible Purchasing Policy

    Responsible Purchasing Policy A responsible purchasing policy involves embedding sustainability principles into all stages of a company’s procurement process. This includes selecting suppliers, evaluating products or services, and managing the supply chain to ensure economic, environmental, and social criteria are considered. The goal is to minimize negative impacts, promote ethical sourcing, and drive long-term value…

  • Company Brand Trust Score

    Company Brand Trust Score A company’s brand trust score measures the extent to which customers perceive the company, its products, or services as reliable and trustworthy. This score reflects public sentiment based on the company’s actions, communications, and overall customer experience. It encompasses factors such as transparency, ethical practices, product quality, consistency in meeting promises,…

  • Nitrogen Oxides

    Nitrogen Oxides Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) is a group of reactive gases primarily composed of nitric oxide (NO), a colorless, odorless gas, and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), a reddish-brown gas with a pungent odour. NO forms during high-temperature combustion processes and reacts with oxygen or ozone in the air to create NO₂. NOx contributes to air pollution,…

  • Volatile Organic Compounds

    Volatile Organic Compounds Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are organic chemicals that easily vaporize into the air at room temperature, contributing significantly to air pollution. VOCs include such compounds as methane, benzene, xylene, propane and butane. VOCs are emitted by various sources, including industrial processes, transportation, and agriculture (ruminants and cultivation). They play a major role…

  • Single-source suppliers

    Single-source suppliers Suppliers that provide key materials or services for your production, for which your company does not contract with other suppliers. These suppliers represent a higher risk due to dependency, but they often ensure specialized or proprietary supply critical to business operations.