Environmental sensitivity has become, over time, a global priority. In this context, cleaning companies face the challenge of reducing their carbon footprint while continuing to provide high quality services. This article explores the importance of taking into account the carbon footprint within these companies and presents concrete measures to minimize their impact on the environment.
The carbon footprint: definition and objectives
The carbon footprintis a measurement tool for evaluatingcarbon emissions greenhouse gas. It was created by the Ecological Transition Agency and developed in the 1990s by Jean-Marc Jancovici and Alain Grandjean. Its objective: to quantify emissions of carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide, actors of climate change.
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Companies with more than 500 employees are now required to carry out a “GHG assessment” or carbon assessment. Furthermore, it cannot be ruled out that regulations will develop as part of the ecological transition. The objective would be to extend the obligation of the carbon assessment to VSE-SMEs.
The objective of the carbon assessment is to become aware of the environmental impact of human activities and allow organizations to define emission reduction strategies. It also serves as a basis for establishing reduction objectives, energy optimization and transition to more sustainable practices. By identifying the sources of emissions, the carbon footprint facilitates decision-making to mitigate the impact on the climate and promote the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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Le bilan carbone, également connu sous le nom d’empreinte carbone, est une mesure de la quantité totale de gaz à effet de serre émise directement ou indirectement par une activité, un produit ou une organisation. Pour une entreprise de propreté, cela inclut les émissions résultant de la consommation d’énergie, du transport, de l’utilisation de produits chimiques et de l’élimination des déchets.
To calculate the carbon footprint of a cleaning company, it is important to follow a few key steps. First of all, we must:
- identify the sources of emissions, such as transport, energy consumption and the use of chemicals
- collect relevant data, such as energy bills and purchase records
- use this information to calculate greenhouse gas emissions using appropriate tools| ||351
- analyser les résultats pour déterminer les principales sources d’émissions et fixer des objectifs de réduction
- implement concrete actions to reduce emissions and monitor progress
En suivant ces étapes, l’entreprise de nettoyage peut contribuer activement à la réduction de son impact sur l’environnement.
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The carbon footprint in the cleaning sector has become a key indicator for assessing the environmental impact of companies. It makes it possible to quantify the greenhouse gas emissions generated by their activities, ranging from production to logistics to business travel. By assessing their carbon footprint, companies in the cleaning sector can identify the areas with the highest emissions and implement concrete actions to reduce their emissions and contribute to the fight against climate change. A successful carbon footprint demonstrates a cleaning company's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Reducing carbon emissions: what are the benefits for the company?
Reducing the carbon footprint has many benefits for a cleaning company. First of all, this contributes to the preservation of the environment by limiting greenhouse gas emissions responsible for climate change. Second, it saves energy and resources, which can translate into lower costs in the long term. Finally, it strengthens the company's image by demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
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According to a study carried out by the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, GHG emissions linked to human activities represent the equivalent of 55.6 billion tonnes of CO2 across the world and in the territory of the European Union, this represents 3.1 Gt CO2 greenhouse gas equivalent.
A commitment to a sustainable future
Face à l’urgence climatique, les entreprises de propreté ont un rôle à jouer. Chaque geste compte : choisir des produits écologiques, réduire notre consommation d’énergie, gérer les déchets de manière responsable et sensibiliser nos employés. C’est à nous de s’engager en créant un impact positif pour notre planète.
