Sustainability

Our commitment to clean water and a healthy environment

At EP, we believe that sustainability is essential for the future of our planet and
for the well-being of future generations. Our commitment to
water treatment practices and environmental analysis guides all our actions and decisions.

Our value proposition

We offer customized environmental solutions with superior technical expertise, through advanced technologies and transparent customer relations. Our goal is to guarantee sustainability and quality results, meeting the most challenging environmental demands .

Our sustainable values

Preservation of water resources

Preserving water resources is fundamental for EP. We use advanced
technologies to treat and purify water, ensuring its safe reuse and reducing the
environmental impact.

Technological innovation

We continually invest in innovation to develop effective and sustainable solutions for water and wastewater treatment. Our innovative approach allows us to deliver superior results and meet our customers’ needs in a sustainable way.

Estamos comprometidos em minimizar nosso impacto ambiental através de práticas
responsáveis e sustentáveis. Implementamos processos rigorosos para reduzir a emissão
de poluentes e resíduos químicos.

Environmental responsibility

We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact through responsible and sustainable practices
. We have implemented rigorous processes to reduce the emission of pollutants and chemical waste.

Sustainable initiatives

Water and effluent treatment

We use advanced technologies to treat and purify water, ensuring its safe reuse and reducing environmental impact. We have already treated more than 690 million m³ of water, reaffirming our commitment to preserving water resources.

Environmental analysis

Our chemical laboratory services monitor the quality of water, air and soil, helping to preserve the environment. With an infrastructure that includes units in Curitiba, Guarulhos, Piracicaba, Uberlândia and Rio de Janeiro, we serve the entire national territory with agility and responsibility in the transportation of samples.

Reducing pollutants

We have implemented rigorous processes to minimize the emission of pollutants and waste chemicals.

Goals and objectives

By 2030, we plan to reach a total of 1 trillion liters of treated water, which is equivalent to supplying the whole of Greater São Paulo for 12 months. We also aim to reduce our water consumption by 30% and reduce the generation of chemical waste by 20%.

Results and impacts

In 2023, we treated more than 1 million liters of water and reduced the emission of pollutants by 25%. Our analysis services have helped to identify and mitigate various sources of environmental pollution. In addition, we have already reused more than 39,000 m³ of water, contributing significantly to the conservation of water resources.

Partnerships and collaborations

We work in collaboration with various institutions and companies to promote the preservation of water resources and develop new water treatment technologies.

Community engagement

We organize workshops and awareness campaigns on the importance of clean water and environmental preservation. We encourage our clients to adopt sustainable practices through educational programs.

ESG agendas

We are committed to implementing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices to guarantee the transparency and sustainability of our actions. We recently received the seal from the ECOVADIS portal for starting our management of ESG practices through them. This recognition reflects our commitment to transparency and continuous improvement for our stakeholders.

Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Our actions are aligned with several UN SDGs, including:
● SDG 6: Drinking water and sanitation – We ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
● SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure – We promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.

Testimonials

“We have reduced the water used in manufacturing, cutting it by 49% since 2008 and reaching our 2020 target two years early.” – Unilever