SEFEC was created by three entities who have equal commitment to sustainability and reduce carbon foot print. All initiatives and trainings suggested, developed and promoted by SEFEC are therefore very much aligned with eco sensitive development principles adhered by GAC, Desjardins and SANASA.
When appied to value chain strengthening process, sefec has identified 3 leverage points for Green Tech intervention.
Any value chain development assignment undertaken by SEFEC, will develop an Environment Management Plan (EMP) to ensure that this policy is adhered to.
01) Program Self-Monitoring and Self-Evaluation for ensuring a reduced Ecological Footprint
The Environment Management Plan (EMP) will ensure a reduced ecological footprint in all of its activities. The policy will also incorporate the management of environmental concerns alongside the development of monitoring and evaluation tools.
02) A Common Framework for Environmental Awareness within the Stakeholder Network
The Environment Management Plan will establish an initiative for a common framework on environmental awareness at all entities. The process of creating a common framework across-the-board will be a dynamic way of influencing and impacting communities positively and one which will allow employees and stakeholders alike to learn more about the need for biodiversity conservation efforts and to adopt more environment-friendly practices, at each level of the value chain.
03) Support designing financial and Non-Financial products to encourage Entrepreneurs adopt good practices
SEFEC with the support of environmental data and best practice information, gathered through networks and professional consultants, advise financial and NFS service providers to tweak their products to be more sustainable and environmentally sound.