BUSINESS: 327 PRACTICES
OPAP was founded in 1958 and is the leading company of the Greek gaming industry. It is an integral part of the country, showcasing continuous and consistent contribution to the socio-economic development of Greece.
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OPAP is committed to conducting business operations in an environmentally responsible way, acknowledging that protection of the Environment, Energy saving and conservation of Natural Resources, as well as active contribution against the Climate Change are integral parts of responsible and sustainable business development.
The key stakeholder groups affected by this policy and the specific initiatives are the Organization's Management, the Executive Committee, the employees as well as the general public.
The respective initiatives were launched in 2017 and continue with more actions.
This commitment is achieved through the implementation of an Environmental and Energy Management System certified according to ISO14001 and ISO50001 respectively, through which the company:
The results of this initiative per pillar are the following:
Energy consumption
Total GHG Emissions (tn CO2-eq.)
Recycling performance
Paper (kg)
Light bulbs (units)
IT hardware and equipment (computers, printers etc.) (units)
Domestic batteries (kg)
Plastic (kg)
OPAP Group (Greece and Cyprus)
Managing our environmental footprint systematically is a result of OPAP's initiative. Our footprint is reviewed and certified in the context of ISO14001 and ISO50001 and the certifications are conducted by Bureau Veritas.
There are also collaborations with private carriers for the collection of hazardous and recyclable material.
Our Environmental and Energy Policy is observed by all OPAP employees and is disclosed to any interest party.
We are proud to report that, in 2020 , OPAP S.A. had:
