Biodiversity
Our Commitment
Under the escalating impacts of climate change, which directly affect biodiversity and ecosystem balance.
JMT Network Services Public Company Limited recognizes the importance of these challenges and is committed to conducting its business with sustainability at every stage of the value chain. This commitment spans transportation processes, water and energy resource usage, warehouse management, and distribution, acknowledging that these activities could potentially have adverse environmental and biodiversity impacts if not properly managed and controlled.
To address this, JMT has formally established a Biodiversity Policy, approved by the Board of Directors, demonstrating its dedication to minimizing environmental impacts from its operations. This policy provides clear guidelines for monitoring and mitigating risks to ecosystems arising from the company's activities.
Stakeholders Directly Impacted
Supporting the SDGs Goals
SDG 12
SDG 13
SDG 15
SDG 17
Goals and Performance
Goals
The Ultimate goal of JMT Biodiversity Policy is to align its business operations with fostering ecological balance and taking responsibility for biodiversity. The policy outlines clear objectives as follows:
- Prevent Net Loss of Biodiversity Value (No Net Loss - NNL): Strive to ensure that business activities do not lead to a net loss in biodiversity value. Commit to No Net Deforestation: Dedicate efforts to protecting forested areas and preventing any net loss of forest cover.
- Reduce Biodiversity Loss : Adhere to the principles of the Mitigation Hierarchy to minimize biodiversity loss, following these steps:
Avoidance: Focus on reducing encroachment and minimizing impacts on critical natural areas.
Avoidance: Implement processes that actively mitigate environmental damage.
Reduction: Rehabilitate affected areas to their original state.
Offset: Compensate for natural resource losses by providing equivalent resources in other areas when necessary.
In its current operations, JMT demonstrates a strong commitment to managing and preserving biodiversity within its business areas in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and relevant requirements. The company’s primary goal is to avoid causing negative environmental impacts that may arise from its activities.
JMT has established clear policies to avoid undertaking projects or business developments in areas critical to conservation or vulnerable to biodiversity loss. These areas include UNESCO World Heritage Sites and protected areas categorized as IUCN Classes I-IV, such as national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and legally designated conservation areas. The focus is on preventing encroachment and ecological damage in biologically significant areas, ensuring that JMT's operations are environmentally and resource-friendly.
Furthermore, JMT prioritizes engaging with local communities and stakeholders potentially affected by its activities. The company has established mechanisms for grievance handling and communication with communities and stakeholders, adhering to international human rights standards. This ensures that the perspectives and concerns of nearby communities, particularly regarding biodiversity conservation and sustainability, are appropriately considered.
JMT is also committed to preventing and mitigating environmental impacts, promoting socially and environmentally responsible development. The company continuously monitors and evaluates its adherence to this policy to ensure sustainable business practices and the conservation of the environment for future generations.
Management Approach
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1The company recognizes the importance of selecting and developing environmentally friendly initiatives, as well as planning to develop and adjust business processes to be more eco-friendly and considerate of biodiversity. This aims to enhance the efficiency of restoration and conservation, promoting ecological balance.
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2The company is committed to conducting its business without causing biodiversity loss or any net impact on forest areas, within manageable scopes.
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3Ecosystem risks that may arise from the company's operations are monitored and controlled through the implementation of impact mitigation measures in accordance with the Biodiversity Mitigation Hierarchy, which includes:
Avoidance To reduce encroachment and minimize impacts on critical natural areas.
Reduce Utilize processes that help minimize environmental damage.
Restore Rehabilitate affected areas to their original condition.
Offset Compensate for natural resources in other areas when necessary.
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4The company has a firm stance on avoiding business operations or project developments located in conservation areas or areas that could impact biodiversity. These include UNESCO World Heritage Sites, areas protected under the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Categories I-IV, and areas designated as protected by local laws.
