On July 24, 2023, Daracon Group accepted its Bronze partnership with the NSW Department of Planning and Environment Sustainability Advantage program at the Sydney Opera House from The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC, Minister for Climate Change, Minister for Energy, Minister for the Environment and Minister for Heritage. This ceremony marked a significant occasion for Daracon's commitment to sustainability.
Daracon Group has joined over 800 medium to large organizations that are part of Sustainability Advantage. Spearheaded by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment, Sustainability Advantage aims to accelerate the adoption of sustainable practices across New South Wales. This membership serves as a testament to Daracon's commitment to sustainable initiatives and its desire to lead by example within the construction industry.
"As Daracon Group embraces its Bronze membership with the NSW Department of Environment Sustainability Advantage program, we look forward to collaborating with other like-minded organizations and driving positive change throughout New South Wales," said Jason Gorton, Divisional Manager – Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, and Training at Daracon Group.
Daracon Group has been dedicated to fostering sustainability and embracing responsible business practices. In 2022, the company chose to formalise this commitment by joining Sustainability Advantage and fostering a network of like-minded sustainability practitioners to become leaders in this space.
In celebration of World Accreditation Day, Daracon reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to sustainability by actively engaging in internal and external initiatives to identify ways to contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Net Zero emissions target.
By conducting its everyday operations in accordance with internationally recognized standards, such as ISO14001, Daracon Group ensures that its accredited and certified systems align with its sustainability goals. ISO14001 sets the foundation for the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and provides a framework for effective environmental management.
Daracon's commitment to facilitating excellence in corporate sustainability paves the way for a brighter and more environmentally conscious future throughout the industries in which they operate.
Check out the video below to learn more about Sustainability Advantage.