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Goals, Objectives and Targets
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Goals and objectives provide a broad sense of direction towards sustainable development and improved environmental performance. However, targets are the realistic, measurable and time-bound statements of the steps that are required to achieve the objectives. The following section outlines the objectives and targets that have been established for the current WD SDS and the methodology used in their establishment.
WD SDS 2000 Goals, Objectives and Targets
Following evaluation of the 1997 SDS, we altered our goals, objectives and targets to become more outcome oriented rather than activity focused. Building on lessons learned with our first SDS, WD developed a procedure for establishing goals, objectives and targets. This procedure was used by the SDS team consisting of representatives from different parts of the organization during the meeting on September 14th 2000 in Edmonton (See Section 6.0 Consultations). During the meeting SDS Team members and senior management officials established draft goals, objectives and targets using the issues identified in the SDS Issue Scan as a basis. These goals, objectives and targets were then reviewed and finalized following feedback from participants during Phase III of our Consultation process and are summarized in Table 3.
Table 3: WD SDS 2000 Goals, Objectives and Targets
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Goal 1: To facilitate the integration of sustainable development into the business practices of SMEs in Western Canada through our network partners. |
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Objective 1.1: To provide our network partners and western SMEs with information on the practical application of sustainable development. |
Performance Indicator 1.1.1: # and % of WCBSN members who have access to the WD sustainable development information package. |
Target 1.1.1: 100% of by March 31, 2002 |
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Performance Indicator 1.1.2: |
Target 1.1.2: annual increase to March 31, 2004 |
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Performance Indicator 1.1.3: # and % of WCBSN members who are using the sustainable development information package in their delivery of services |
Target 1.1.3: 25% of WCBSN members by March 31, 2003 |
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Goal 2: To integrate sustainable development into the programs, services and activities that we deliver directly and in partnership. |
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Objective 2.1: To support projects that promote sustainable development principles, practices and technologies, directly or in partnership with others. |
Performance Indicator 2.1.1: # of projects that support sustainable development and the $ value of WD funding approved. |
Target 2.1.1: annual increase to March 31, 2004 |
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Objective 2.2: To implement strategic environmental assessment (SEA) process for all new program and policy initiatives. |
Performance Indicator 2.2.1: % of new programs assessed under the SEA process. |
Target 2.2.1: 100% by March 31, 2003 |
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Goal 3: To foster a sustainable development culture within WD. |
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Objective 3.1: To make employees aware of the SDS and the objectives and targets |
Performance Indicator 3.1.1: # and % of employees who receive a sustainable development orientation package. |
Target 3.1.1: 80 % of employees by March 31, 2003 |
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Objective 3.2: To communicate progress on the WD SDS to employees on a regular basis. |
Performance Indicator 3.2.1: # of best practices and case studies addressing sustainable development generated. |
Target 3.2.1: Increase level, measured annually |
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Objective 3.3: To demonstrate and encourage the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) and implement recycling programs in WD facilities. |
Performance Indicator 3.3.1: Number and type of 3R initiatives implemented at WD facilities. |
Target 3.3.1: Increase level, measured annually |
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Objective 3.4: To increase green procurement within WD. |
Performance Indicator 3.4.1: # of people with procurement responsibilities who have received green procurement training. |
Target 3.4.1: 90% by March 31, 2002 |
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Performance Indicator 3.4.2: # of contractual agreements that include green specifications |
Target 3.4.2: Increase level, measured annually |
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Objective 3.5: To increase energy conservation in WD facilities. |
Performance Indicator 3.5.1: % of all new office equipment purchased/leased that are energy efficient models. |
Target 3.5.1: 80% by March 31, 2002 |
