H. Porter and Sons achieves eco certificate
ISO 14001 is a globally recognised environmental standard, and is designed to help promote eco awareness within businesses
Stourbridge-based independent funeral provider, H. Porter and Sons, has officially achieved international certification ISO 14001:2015 for its commitment to sustainability.
The funeral provider’s newly-attained certification from HR and health and safety specialist, Citation Professional Solutions, follows an audit of practices covering cremations, burials, pre-paid funeral plans, catering, memorials and floral arrangements.
ISO 14001 is a globally recognised environmental standard, and is designed to help promote eco awareness within businesses. This aims to result in efficiencies in energy and resource use, while reducing waste.
The certification is the latest milestone in H Porter and Sons’ journey to becoming “an industry leader in sustainability”.
Founded in 1843, the business has already secured the Greener Globe Funeral Awards’ platinum award and is a member of Sustainability West Midlands.
H Porter and Sons is also on its way to becoming a certified B Corp, which is a mark for an international movement of companies working to make positive sustainable change.
Lucy Porter, owner and director of H. Porter and Sons, said: “We’re super pleased to receive confirmation that our business meets the world standard when it comes to environmental management. It’s a real win for our colleagues, who play an important role in setting our eco agenda.
Adrian Brine, partnerships manager at Citation Professional Solutions, added: “Congratulations to H. Porter and Sons for their hard work and efforts that have led to the prestigious attainment of the ISO 14001 certification. This signifies their unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of environmental responsibility across all their operations.
“It’s not just about cutting down waste or minimising their environmental footprint – they are leading by example, inspiring others to embark on a journey of transformation for the betterment of our planet.”
In the coming years, H. Porter and Sons intends to shift its funeral fleet to electric or fossil fuel-powered alternative vehicles and is auditing the environmental credentials of all suppliers with a view to aligning on sustainability policies by 2026.
