CMC Environmental Policy

Our Commitment

At CMC, we support educational establishments in managing their catering services in-house. We recognise that our operations leave an environmental footprint — one that we are committed to continually reducing.

Our Environmental Aims

We aim to actively minimise our environmental impact by:

• The continued transition of our transport fleet by using electric vehicles.
• Reducing unnecessary travel by optimising logistics and routes.
• Minimising paper usage through reduced printing and increased use of digital communication.
• Embracing technology for meetings, training, and information sharing to reduce travel and resource use.
• Making sustainable purchasing decisions, considering the ethical and environmental credentials of our suppliers and products.
• Adopting energy-saving habits, such as switching off equipment and lighting at the end of the working day.

Culture and Responsibility

We foster a working culture that values environmental awareness and accountability. Our team is encouraged to consider the environmental implications of their daily practices and to contribute positively to reducing pollution and waste.

Engaging Clients in Sustainability

As part of our wider commitment, we aim to influence positive change beyond our organisation. We will:

• Research and share greener alternatives in menu planning and product sourcing.
• Encourage clients to adopt sustainable catering practices through collaboration and informed choices.

Environmental Management System (EMS)

To underpin our objectives, we will implement the CMC Environmental Management System, aligned with the ISO 14001 standard. This system will:

• Define our environmental targets and responsibilities.
• Outline our legal and compliance obligations.
• Ensure a framework for continuous improvement.

Communication and Review

We will ensure that:

• All staff are made aware of this policy and its goals through training and internal communications.
• Our environmental practices are reviewed regularly, with a formal policy review conducted annually.

Gary Stewart
Founder, CMC
Originally issued: September 2023
Reviewed and updated: August 2025