As one of the European leaders in the sector, we assume this attitude of responsibility, through 3 vectors of action:
Ecodesign
Employees
Social Responsability
Ecodesign.
A sustainable
concept
Purchases
Through periodic audits of our suppliers, we ensure that all of them in the exercise of their activity have implemented practices of respect for human rights, ensure adequate working conditions, and practice environmental protection policies.
Development and Production
Focused on the development of increasingly ecological products and on the optimization of the use of resources, we have as priorities the reduction of waste and energy consumption.
Waste Sorting
In addition to the separation of paper, plastic and glass by employees, we have a Sorting Unit that separates aluminum waste, contaminated waste, oils and aerosols.
Logistics and Distribution
We develop packaging solutions using recyclable materials, promoting greener alternatives. The optimization of distribution routes allows to contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions.
Energy Savings
Our entrance doors and panels are produced using materials with characteristics that improve the thermal insulation, and contribute to a better energy efficiency of the houses.
100% Recyclable Aluminum
Aluminum, the material from which our products are made, is 100% recyclable. We are proud to work with a sustainable raw material!
Do you
know that…
Aluminum is infinitely recyclable?
75% of all aluminum ever produced is still in circulation.
Recycling aluminum produce less CO2 emissions than extracting?
Recycling aluminum consumes 5% of the energy needed to produce primary aluminum. The production of one kg of recycled aluminum releases 6 times less CO2 than the production of one kg of primary aluminum.
Aluminum is more sustainable than PVC?
In addition to aluminum being more resistant and having greater durability, PVC is produced from petroleum, which is a resource that will be exhausted in the next 50 years. Instead, aluminum is produced from bauxite, which is an abundant material in the earth's crust.
Employees
preserving the present and the future
Preventive Health
In addition to physiotherapy sessions for employees with chronic injuries or illnesses, in 2021 we started offering employees a massage service, as a way to reduce the risk of future injuries.
Zero Accidents
The safeguard of our employees is an intrinsic objective in the Culture of Safety and Health at work!
Gender equality
In an industrial sector, where the workforce was traditionally male, we are proud to have 40% women on our staff.
Awareness of Healthy Habits
We regularly carry out actions with our employees to raise awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle in their health and well-being.
Preventive Health
In addition to physiotherapy sessions for employees with chronic injuries or illnesses, in 2021 we started offering employees a massage service, as a way to reduce the risk of future injuries.
Zero Accidents
The safeguard of our employees is an intrinsic objective in the Culture of Safety and Health at work!
Gender equality
In an industrial sector, where the workforce was traditionally male, we are proud to have 40% women on our staff.
Awareness of Healthy Habits
We regularly carry out actions with our employees to raise awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle in their health and well-being.
The offer of metallic bottles to all employees, together with the inclusion of water sources in the facilities, allowed a reduction of 50% in the consumption of plastic water bottles.
The Group has made considerable efforts in the redesign of production lines and jobs with a focus on ergonomics and with results with a high impact on employees' daily lives.
The Group is developing an Internal Training Plan for all employees, allowing for personal and professional evolution, important vectors for the sustainable growth of employees and the Gardengate Group.
In addition to the current public transport routes to the facilities, the Group has been working to suggest new routes for Urban Transports in Braga and intends to carry out a route assessment study with employees, in order to increase the use of public transport and reduce the park. car.
Social Responsability
we are an
active part
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Cultural Awareness
In 2021 we started a program of awareness and cultural promotion among employees, promoting classic and contemporary Portuguese art and some of their works. Painting, sculpture, literature, architecture, dance, music and cinema. The 7 arts disclosed.
Local involvement
We disclose to our employees actions and initiatives that take place in the localities that surround us: from musical concerts, plays, exhibitions or even volunteer actions. For a better world!
Blood Donations
In 2021, we started the regular blood donation program at the Group's facilities, thus encouraging the donation of blood by our employees as well as allowing them to donate during working hours.
Collection of caps, food and used toys
We have collection points for caps in all units, so we can help in the construction of wheelchairs for previously identified people. In addition, at Christmas we carry out a food and toy collection campaign with employees to help create smiles in disadvantaged families and children. "Small gestures that make a difference."
Volunteering
Through the internal media, we publicize local voluntary associations and organizations, raise awareness and appeal to Gardengate Group employees.