Environmental Policy
Introduction
As a provider of cloud infrastructure, we recognize our responsibility to manage our environmental impact. This Environmental Policy outlines our commitment to environmental sustainability and aligns with the ISO 14001 standard, as well as Finnish and European regulations. Our primary focus areas include energy efficiency, reducing emissions in our operations, reducing customers’ emissions through our products and services, and ensuring the ecological sustainability of our products and services.
Scope
This policy applies to all operations, activities, and employees of UpCloud.
Commitment to Environmental Management
We are committed to:
- Complying with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and other requirements.
- Continuously improving our environmental management system to enhance environmental performance.
- Setting and reviewing environmental objectives and targets regularly to ensure ongoing improvement.
Energy Efficiency
We aim to:
- Optimize energy consumption in all our data centers and offices by implementing energy-efficient technologies and practices.
- Monitor and measure energy usage to identify opportunities for reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Choose renewable energy sources to power our data centers and operations, striving to increase the percentage of renewable energy in our energy mix.
Reducing Emissions in Our Operations
We are dedicated to:
- Identifying and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all our operations.
- Implement strategies to minimize emissions from our data centers, including optimising network and server utilisation.
- Encourage the use of low-emission transportation options for our employees and logistics.
Reducing Customers’ Emissions through Our Products and Services
We strive to:
- Develop and offer products and services in a manner that helps our customers reduce their own environmental impact.
- Provide solutions that enable customers to understand and improve their energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
- Promote the adoption of cloud-based services that can lead to reduced resource consumption compared to traditional on-premises solutions.
Sustainability of Our Products and Services
We commit to:
- Design products and services with a focus on environmental sustainability, considering their entire lifecycle.
- Minimize the use of hazardous materials and promote the use of recyclable and sustainable materials in our products.
- Encourage suppliers and partners to adopt sustainable practices and materials.
Employee Engagement and Training
We will:
- Foster a culture of environmental responsibility among employees through training, awareness programs, and active engagement.
- Encourage employee participation in environmental initiatives and provide opportunities for involvement in sustainability projects.
Stakeholder Engagement
We pledge to:
- Engage with stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and the cloud infrastructure community, to promote environmental sustainability.
- Transparently communicate our environmental performance, goals, and achievements.
Review and Continuous Improvement
We will:
- Regularly review and update this Environmental Policy to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
- Conduct internal audits and management reviews to assess compliance with ISO 14001 standards and identify areas for improvement.
Conclusion
Our commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our business strategy and operations. By aligning our practices with ISO 14001 and adhering to Finnish and European regulations, we aim to make a positive impact on the environment and contribute to a sustainable future.
