As an organisation that transforms the futures of vulnerable children, young people and their families, supporting the long-term health of our planet is part of our duty of care to the coming generations.
In 2020, the AV Environment and Sustainability Advisory Committee (AV Green Team) was established to drive environmental change and promote sustainable initiatives across Anglicare Victoria and support our regional sustainability teams in further reducing environmental impact in the years to come.
AV is committed to reducing the environmental impacts of our organisation. AV aims to positively influence and support widespread action across our operations and our communities.
“Anglicare Victoria seeks not only to sustain and contribute to the positive development of its workforce, it also wishes to sustain the natural environment in which it operates. This aligns with our values when working with the families we support. A sustainable environment is a healthy environment for us all.” — Shaye Chalmers, Regional Director East, and Chair of AV Green Team
Sustainability achievements
- 2019: AV’s power supply became 100 per cent carbon neutral
- 2020: AV Green Team formed and AV’s policy on sustainability updated
- 2021: Purchase of pre-approved “Green Friendly” stationary products to our sites, accounting for 42 per cent of all products purchased (Industry standard is 30 per cent)
- 2021: Through a partnership with Ewastec, AV diverted 786kgs of E-waste from landfill.
“As part of its commitment to creating better tomorrows, Anglicare Victoria recognises that the protection of our planet is of utmost importance. Sustainable development and responsible use of natural resources is an essential component of the agency’s responsibility to its clients and staff. In particular, Anglicare Victoria recognises that the Traditional Owners have managed these lands for thousands of years and we commit to working respectfully alongside them, learning from their knowledge and skills.”
