Green Gymkhana
ABOUT IT
The project's Green Gymkhana It is an annual initiative promoted by the sectors of Processes and Quality e Communication from the Unimar Maritime Agencies, with the purpose of Engage employees in sustainability initiatives. through an internal competition.
The project mobilizes teams from all of the company's units in Brazil — located in cities such as Santos, Rio de Janeiro, Itajaí, Porto Alegre, Recife, Salvador, Manaus, Belém, among others. — to raise funds recyclable solid waste focusing on materials that require environmentally sound disposal, such as:
aluminum seals,
aerosol cans,
batteries and accumulators,
bottle caps,
sponges,
writing materials and others.
The action has the character educational, environmental and social, strengthening the recycling culture, promoting the circular economy and encouraging responsible disposal inside and outside the corporate environment.
In addition to the environmental benefits, the project supports social initiatives who benefit financially from marketing of recyclable waste, generating a positive impact on local communities.
Results and Objectives
Project Objectives
• To engage employees in sustainable practices through a fun and educational competition.
• Contribute to the reducing improper disposal Solid waste, especially hazardous materials such as batteries and accumulators.
• Stimulating the circular economy, promoting the proper disposal of waste and its reintegration as raw material.
• Support vulnerable institutions and communities through the income obtained from recycling.
• Strengthen the ESG culture and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the corporate environment.
Results and Impacts
Environmental:
• More than 442.96 kg of recyclable solid waste collected in just one campaign cycle.
• Weight gain of 342.96 kg compared to the previous edition (2024), demonstrating a significant increase in engagement.
• Direct contribution to the emissions reduction, with 4 tons of CO₂ avoided.
• Active participation in fulfilling 9 SDGs of the 2030 Agenda.
Social and Educational:
• Increasing environmental awareness among employees in various regions of the country.
• Supporting social projects and organizations through income generated from waste materials.
• Encouraging the development of an organizational culture focused on sustainability and corporate volunteering.
SDGs
External Certification
International Commitments
National Commitments
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