Environmental Policy

Date adopted: 14th Dec 2024

Introduction

Stack8s Ltd ("the Company Registered in England") - Floor 1 - Mappin House, 4 Winsley St, London, W1W 8HF.

Overview

1. Stack8s Ltd is a leading provider of artificial intelligence technologies and services with offices across the United Kingdom.
2. Stack8s Ltd recognises that its business activities have the potential to impact the environment if not properly managed. As such, Stack8s Ltd is committed to protecting the environment, preventing pollution, and complying with applicable environmental laws and regulations in England and Wales.
3. This Environmental Policy establishes a framework for Stack8s Ltd to set and review environmental objectives and targets. It will be communicated to all staff and made available to the public. Management will provide adequate resources to ensure its requirements are met and continual improvement of environmental performance is achieved.
4. The purpose of this Policy is to minimise the environmental impacts of Stack8s Ltd's operations and promote efficient use of natural resources. It covers all activities under Stack8s Ltd's control and sets out the means by which Stack8s Ltd will meet its environmental obligations.

Definitions

• Company means Stack8s Ltd.
• Policy means this Environmental Policy.

Other Definitions:

• Environmental aspect, impact, pollution, prevention of pollution, and continual improvement are defined consistently with regulatory and best-practice standards.

Scope

This policy applies to:

1. Research and development of AI technologies at its premises.
2. Provision of AI consulting services to clients.
3. Operation and management of office premises located at Mappin House, 4 Winsley St, London, W1W 8HF.

It applies to the above activities wherever they are conducted under Stack8s Ltd's control.

Compliance with Laws and Regulations

Stack8s Ltd shall:

1. Comply with all current environmental laws and regulations in England and Wales.
2. Obtain and maintain all required permits.
3. Establish systems for compliance monitoring and respond promptly to violations or incidents.

Environmental Policy Statement

Stack8s Ltd is committed to:

1. Protecting the environment and complying with regulations.
2. Reducing environmental impacts, including energy/resource use and waste.
3. Preventing pollution and promoting continual improvement.

Environmental Aspects and Impacts

Stack8s Ltd identifies and addresses key environmental aspects:

• Energy and resource use.
• Waste management.
• Emissions and discharges.
• Biodiversity impacts.

Continuous Improvement

Stack8s Ltd commits to:

1. Annual environmental objectives and regular reviews.
2. Corrective actions for non-compliance.
3. Encouraging staff innovation to enhance environmental performance.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Adequate resources and training are provided.
2. Jeremy Murray serves as Environmental Manager, overseeing implementation and reporting.
3. Departmental managers and all employees share responsibility for compliance and environmental stewardship.

Communication

The Environmental Policy is communicated through:

1. Training sessions.
2. Toolbox talks and briefings.
3. Public availability via the company's website.

Documentation and Records

Stack8s Ltd maintains accurate records, including:

1. Monitoring and compliance data.
2. Incident logs and corrective actions.
3. Environmental procedures and training records.

Incident Management

Stack8s Ltd has procedures for:

1. Emergency response planning.
2. Incident reporting and corrective actions.
3. Updating response protocols based on lessons learned.

Management Review

The policy is reviewed annually to ensure effectiveness and alignment with legal requirements, operational changes, and performance objectives.