Globe Award 2008
Best Integration of CSR in Business Operations
Swedish companies are known internationally to be on the frontline of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and are looked upon as role models within this field. It has been possible to demonstrate a linkage between CSR and a positive image as well as profitability. This year's Globe Award nominees for Best Integration of CSR in Business Operations are excellent examples of where this is the case. The nominees are:
Axfood
Axfood has been conducting social audits of suppliers around the world since 2004. Inspectors control that suppliers conform to Axfood's Code of Conduct. Where necessary, Axfood demands improvements and conducts follow-up to ensure its demands are met. In 2007 Axfood adopted a new environmental policy, which will be part of its sustainability policy. Axfood has strongly increased the number of organic and fair trade labelled products in its offering and is launching a new line of organic products in 2008.
Electrolux
Electrolux is a global leader in home appliances and appliances for professional use, selling more than 40 million products in 150 countries. We pride ourselves on being on the cutting edge of developing energy and water efficient products. For Electrolux, sustainability creates business advantages by building lasting value. It is important that the products we bring to market are safe for the environment, our consumers and for future generations. We maintain high environmental and ethical standards in our facilities and throughout our supply chain no matter where in the world they are located.
Ericsson
Ericsson's approach to corporate responsibility is to control potential risks and maximize positive social, ethical and environmental effects within our sphere of influence. Benefits of our technology are promoted via the development of an increasingly energy-lean product portfolio and by linking our products and services to the positive and empowering socio-economic contributions communications brings to markets- all with a business goal of sustainable growth. Ericsson's commitment to corporate responsibility is closely linked to our vision - to be the prime driver in an all-communicating world.
H&M
H&M’s business concept is to offer fashion and quality at the best price. At H&M quality means that the products should be manufactued in a environmentally and socially sustainable way.H&M works actively with environmental and social responsibility in the supply chain. The company’s code of conduct, which is the benchmark for the work, was developed already 1997. The follow-up of the requirements are made according to the comprehensive Full Audit Programme. H&M also contributes to better working conditions and the environment through several projects in the manufacturing countries. For more information see www.hm.com/csr
Holmen
Holmen is a forest products group that produce printing paper, paperboard and sawn timber. Holmen is well placed to satisfy tomorrow’s increasingly accentuated demands for sustainability. The production is based on the renewable and climate neutral raw material wood. Holmen is engaged in sustainable forestry. Holmen is a member of UN:s Global Compact. The report Holmen and its World describes the Group in term of its sustainability. The emphasis in on concern for the environment, social responsibility and financial development. Holmen follows the reporting principles recommended by GRI. www.holmen.com
Lindex
For Lindex CSR comprises efforts for conditions of work, environmental issues, ethical issues, and a stance regarding human rights. Lindex wants to be a socially responsible company and does not only see it as an obligation but also as something well in line with the company’s business concept. The work with CSR is integrated in Lindex’ business operation and as a part of the daily work. In order to achieve change, the company pursues a patient and forward-looking work. For Lindex, social responsibility and fashion are well compatible concepts.
SAS
The SAS Group’s social responsibilities include employees and the Group’s impact on the surroundings and communities where it operates. For that reason the content of their social responsibility may vary depending on time and place. The Group also affects a number of subcontractors, thereby contributing to economic and social welfare in the countries and societies whereits businesses operate. The Group has pledged in all its activities to defend and promote human rights and to combat corruption, discrimination and all forms of forced labor. All SAS Group-companies and units adhere to the ten principles of the UN Global Compact, which are based on the UN Declaration. See Sustainability on www.sasgroup.net
Skanska
Skanska is one of the world's largest construction and development companies, with 56,000 employees and a leading position in a number of home markets in Europe, the United States and Latin America. The committment to Sustainability is expressed through our Code of Conduct and our Five Zero vision - zero loss-making projects, zero environmental incidents, zero work-place accidents, zero ethical breaches and zero defects. Our financial performance is linked to our values and we are active in changing our markets towards more social responsibility.
AB Volvo
With a presence in 180 markets and production in 18 countries, the Volvo Group is a global company. Our operations are linked to trade and economic welfare for people around the world. This entails great responsibility for us. Our ambition is to actively contribute to a sustainable development. We can not risk losing the values we stand for. If we lose our credibility we ruin the work over a long period of time building up our strong brand. We see sustainable development as a requirement for long-term business success.