HMG Paints secures ISO 14001 certification
Independent paint manufacturer HMG Paints has underlined its commitment to sustainability by achieving ISO 14001 certification.
ISO 14001 is an internationally agreed standard that sets out the requirements for an environmental management system.
Adhering to the standard means using resources more efficiently, reducing waste, and improving environmental performance.
Alan Sharples, HMG Paints quality manager, said: “Achieving ISO 14001 demonstrates that we have established a robust environmental management system that allows us to monitor, manage and continually improve our environmental performance across every part of the business.
“From raw material sourcing and product formulation to waste management, this certification showcases our drive to operate responsibly and sustainably and helps build stakeholder trust.”
HMG has a long tradition of environmental responsibility. It planted 1,800 trees on land next to its Riverside Works site to create a woodland area, and recently invested in the development of more water-based coatings, which offer lower VOCs and reduced solvent emissions.
Sharples continued: “It’s not just about reducing our impact here in Manchester, it’s about understanding how our actions can affect the wider world. We want to minimise our footprint so that the earth can thrive. We do this because we care.”
