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Our Approach to Sustainability
OUR APPROACH
TO SUSTAINABILITY
Apical Sustainability IMPLEmentation Framework (A-SIMPLE Framework)
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In 2020, we launched the A-SIMPLE Framework This is key to Apical’s sustainability journey as we
to ensure the effective implementation of our drive transformative change in the palm oil sector
Sustainability Policy as well as align sustainable and reduce supply chain risks. This also helps to
practices across our operations and supply chain. increase our buyer’s confidence and meet the
This framework aims to help our suppliers achieve demand for sustainable products.
compliance against the NDPE commitments.
The A-SIMPLE Framework includes the following components:
Setting Commitment Risk Profiling Prioritisation Supplier Engagement
Integrate sustainability Using our Mill Identify Engage suppliers
into our business Prioritisation Process high-priority suppliers through our Anchor
operations and supply (MPP), a risk-based for engagement Programmes.
chain through our approach to establish Engagements may be
Sustainability Policy risk profiles of our deep (Priority Supplier
suppliers Engagement Program)
or broad (Shared Value
Program, Traceability
Outreach Program)
Grievance Transformation Monitoring Disclosure &
Investigate any Contributes to Use satellite monitoring, Reporting
alleged violation of independent verification both internally and Collect information
our Sustainability against suppliers’ through an independent and disclose aspects
Policy and work to traceability level and organisation, of supply chain
resolve or remediate NDPE compliance to substantiate positive sustainability to drive
any proven violations through Anchor changes from suppliers accurate reporting and
through our Grievance Programmes and who undergo our continuous improvement
Procedure and grievance monitoring. Transformation initiative
supplier engagement Non-compliant
programmes suppliers will be
required to undergo our
Transformation initiative
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