A Cebrace, Leader in the Plan Glass Sector in Brazil, took a significant step towards sustainability by implementing the ISO certification 50001 on brown: Sustainable Energy Management. This international standard focuses on efficient energy management, promoting practices that reduce consumption and improve the energy performance of companies. The consultancy was carried out by biO3 Meio Ambiente e Sustentabilidade, including initial diagnosis, implementation and internal audit in partnership with consultant Heitor Carvalho, ensuring that all Cebrace processes meet the rigorous standards required. This milestone reinforces Cebrace's commitment to sustainability and innovation in the glass market.
ABNT NBR ISO 50001
A ISO 50001 is an international standard that establishes requirements for the creation, Implementation, maintenance and improvement of an energy management system. The main objective of the standard is to help organizations adopt a systematic approach to continually improve energy performance, including energy efficiency, energy use and consumption. Through the implementation of ISO 50001, companies can identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption, implement actions to achieve these improvements and monitor progress over time. This not only contributes to environmental sustainability, but can also result in significant operational cost savings.
Furthermore, a ISO 50001 promotes compliance with energy policies and applicable legal requirements, providing a framework that integrates energy management with other sustainability initiatives. The standard is flexible and can be adapted to organizations of all types and sizes, in all sectors of activity. The certification ISO 50001 demonstrates a company's commitment to continually improving energy performance and minimizing environmental impacts, reinforcing its reputation in the market and among stakeholders.
A ISO 50001 is directly aligned with the principles of sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). By promoting energy efficiency, the standard contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, minimizing the environmental impact of business operations. This approach not only helps preserve natural resources, but also promotes a responsible and conscious corporate image. The implementation of ISO 50001 can be seen as a tangible commitment to the practices of ESG, demonstrating that the company is actively working to improve its environmental performance and contribute positively to society.
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Caçapava/SP Unit
Cebrace is a pioneering company, result of a joint venture between two of the largest flat glass producing groups in the world: a Saint-Gobain (France) e a NSG (from that); and which has been part of the lives of Brazilians for 50 years old. Whether in construction, in industry, in homes and interiors, everywhere around you there's a little bit of Cebrace.
Reference in the flat glass sector in Brazil, had two units audited, the Caçapava units – SP and Barra Velha – SC. The first, opened in 1989 and the second in 2004. Recently the Barra Velha unit, also started manufacturing textured glass.
Barra Velha/SC Unit
Strategic Partnership for Excellence in Sustainability
In the search for certification in complex industrial processes, partnership with recognized experts is essential. Companies like biO3 Environment and consultants with broad expertise play a crucial role, offering expert guidance and ongoing support and so, contributing to ISO Certification 50001 on brown: Sustainable Energy Management.
biO3 Environment, with his vast knowledge and experience, provides detailed consultancy, ensuring that all process steps comply with international standards. This partnership not only facilitates obtaining certification, but also promotes the implementation of more efficient and sustainable practices, which are essential for competitiveness and environmental responsibility.
The importance of external auditing in the company certification process ISO 50001 cannot be underestimated. Independent auditors, One of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals is to ensure sustainable patterns of production and consumption – the biO3 Environment, ensure that the company is truly adhering to established standards and implementing best energy management practices. This external verification provides an additional layer of credibility and transparency, increasing stakeholder and customer confidence in the genuineness of the company's sustainable efforts. Furthermore, external audit provides valuable insights and recommendations for improvements, helping the company achieve even greater levels of energy efficiency and sustainability.
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