Sustainability Commitments
BILLI’S SUSTAINABILITY COMMITMENTS
Cultivating a sustainable future for generations to come begins with a unified commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These 17 interconnected objectives serve as a global benchmark, addressing the complex challenges our world faces and paving the way for harmonious coexistence between people and the planet.
We fully support this global initiative by aligning our mission and practices with the SDGs. Our initiatives are not just promises; they are proactive steps towards contributing to a more equitable, sustainable, and inclusive world.
Our Process of Sustainability and Innovation
Billi’s sustainability and innovation are core principles embedded in our operational framework. This unwavering commitment to integrating sustainability across all facets of our business model is evident in every step we take. From the responsible sourcing of materials to the design of sustainable solutions and our stringent recycling practices for both packaging and products, every action reflects our dedication to environmental stewardship.
For many years, Billi has been at the forefront of innovation in the instant filtered boiling and chilled water systems industry. Our products are renowned for their high performance, aesthetics, and eco-friendly technology. Learn more about Billi and our history.
1. Design: Set for Success
Our sustainability efforts begin at the design stage, where we strive for continuous improvement and a strong commitment to understanding and reducing our carbon footprint. This approach ensures that sustainability extends beyond traditional manufacturing boundaries.
2. Manufacturing: Minimising Our Carbon Footprint
Billi proudly embodies sustainability, having undergone rigorous assessment and certification through Global GreenTag’s LCARate™ program. Our dedication to environmental responsibility is showcased through our range of water-cooled products, which are certified by Global GreenTag to have a lower, measurable carbon footprint.
3. Installation: Fostering a Sustainable Culture
Our employees play a crucial role in achieving our sustainability goals. Our commitment extends beyond products and processes to foster a workplace culture that values and empowers our team members. Billi provides a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to embrace and promote sustainable practices in both their professional and personal lives.
4. Wellbeing: Commitment to Health and Safety
Enhancing the wellbeing of our end-users is at the heart of what we do. As members of the International Well Building Institute, our dedication to setting new standards in creating environments that prioritise health and wellbeing is evident. This affiliation underscores our ongoing commitment to improving user health and safety.
5. Certification: Ensuring Proven Quality
Our commitment to environmental responsibility is further demonstrated through active participation in global initiatives like Global GreenTag, Works with WELL, and our ISO 9001 QMS Certification. These certifications not only validate our products’ performance but also highlight our contributions to broader sustainability goals.
6. Maintenance: Promoting Energy Efficiency
Billi’s products are distinguished by their unique capability to convert waste heat into a valuable source of heating energy. By harnessing and repurposing waste heat, our water filtration systems epitomise a commitment to energy conservation and environmental responsibility.
7. Recycling: Reducing Waste
Recognising the urgent need to reduce all forms of waste, we have formed strategic partnerships within the industry. These collaborations ensure the recycling and re-use of materials wherever possible. Additionally, we have introduced innovative packaging solutions incorporating recycled materials, such as tank insulation.
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Certification for Sustainability
The Global GreenTag certification is highly coveted by global manufacturing businesses for its evidence-based approach to sustainable product certification. Since 2012, Billi has been certified and re-certified by Global GreenTag at the Gold Level of the LCARate Program, and we hold an Environmental Product Declaration under EPD EN 15804. This program is recognised by Greenstar® Australia and New Zealand, NZ Homestar®, LEED®, BREEAM®, IS® Rating, and WELL® features, including:
- Building/Product Synergy
- Health & Ecotoxicity
- Life Cycle Analysis – Water
- Life Cycle Analysis – Greenhouse Gas
- Corporate Social Responsibility
Billi compressor component shown, highlighting unique reclaim technology.
Sustainable Technologies
Our dual technology combines the energy efficiency and heat transfer benefits of water cooling with the water-efficient heat exchange technology. Water, being a more effective conductor of heat than air, ensures that our systems run at consistent and efficient operating temperatures, saving on energy costs and reducing the carbon footprint. Further to this, our water-cooled systems do not require any fans, cross ventilation, clearance tolerances, or joinery cut-outs to keep the system cool. Our heat exchange technology repurposes waste heat within the system to generate usable heating energy, contributing to Billi’s Net-Zero and Sustainable Development Goals.
Discover Our Products or Enquire
We take great pride in our sustainability commitments. Explore our Product Range to find the perfect Billi solution for your needs, or Contact Us today to speak with one of our team members for more information.