Environmental, social & Governance (ESG)
For over 40 years, Livingstone International has supported Australian businesses, healthcare providers, educators, and institutions with reliable access to quality consumables. Our long-term success is built on strong partnerships, responsible operations, and a clear commitment to doing business the right way.
Our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) framework guides how we operate today and how we plan for the future. It reflects our responsibility to our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment, ensuring sustainable growth while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, safety, and quality.
Livingstone’s ESG approach is aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is underpinned by six key pillars that shape our decisions and actions across the business.
Livingstone follows six pillars that reinforce our commitment based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Environmental Initiatives
We recognise the responsibility we hold in reducing our environmental impact and supporting a more sustainable future. Livingstone actively integrates environmental initiatives across our offices, warehouses, and supply chain to minimise waste, improve efficiency, and reduce emissions.
Our environmental management practices are certified to ISO 14001, the internationally recognised standard for effective environmental management systems, ensuring continuous monitoring, accountability, and improvement across our operations.
We work closely with suppliers and partners to expand access to environmentally responsible products, providing sustainable alternatives for everyday use. Our focus is on making greener choices practical, accessible, and scalable for our customers.
Climate Change & Emissions Reduction
Livingstone is committed to reducing its carbon footprint across all areas of the business, from warehousing and logistics to procurement and supplier engagement.
Key initiatives include:
To further reduce our reliance on grid energy, Livingstone has installed 100 kW rooftop solar systems at both our Turella and Victorian warehouses, enabling the generation of renewable energy onsite and significantly lowering operational emissions. These systems support day-to-day warehouse operations by offsetting electricity consumption during peak usage periods, improving energy efficiency while reducing our environmental footprint.
Building on this progress, two additional warehouses are scheduled for solar installation later this year as part of our broader renewable energy strategy. This staged rollout reflects a long-term investment in sustainable infrastructure, supporting reduced emissions intensity across our national distribution network. By increasing onsite renewable energy generation, Livingstone continues to strengthen energy resilience, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and move closer to achieving our carbon neutrality target by 2027.
Livingstone has also invested in a Carbon Neutral Sustainability Program, with a target to achieve carbon neutrality by the end of 2027. This initiative supports emissions measurement, reduction strategies, and verified offset programs as part of our broader climate responsibility.
Watch this short video on how we will achieve our Carbon Neutral Sustainability Initiative.
Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainability is embedded across Livingstone’s operations and supply chain. Our approach focuses on reducing environmental impact while improving operational efficiency and supporting a more circular economy.
Our Current Sustainability Initiatives
Sustainable Packaging & Circular Economy
As a proud member of the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), Livingstone is committed to improving packaging sustainability and supporting Australia’s transition to a circular economy.
Through our APCO membership, we collaborate with industry partners to:
- Improve packaging design and recyclability
- Reduce unnecessary packaging materials
- Implement Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) guidance to support correct disposal and recycling
These initiatives help customers make informed recycling decisions while reducing waste across the supply chain.
Quality & Assurance
Product quality and safety are fundamental to everything we do. Livingstone maintains rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure our products consistently meet or exceed Australian, European, and American standards.
- All products undergo third-party quality testing prior to shipment
- Medical products are ARTG certified
- Food-related products are HACCP certified
We are also an Accredited Australian Trusted Trader, working in partnership with the Australian Government to support secure, efficient, and compliant trade.
Ethical Sourcing & Supply Chain Transparency
Livingstone is a proud member of Sedex, supporting ethical sourcing, responsible labour practices, and improved working conditions across our global supply chain.
We require suppliers to demonstrate alignment with our values, including:
Our supplier relationships are built on transparency,
accountability, and long-term collaboration.
Equality, Safety & Wellbeing
Livingstone is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace for all employees.
We have also implemented a Domestic Violence Support Initiative, ensuring confidentiality, care, and support for affected employees. The safety and wellbeing of our people remains paramount.
Diversity & Inclusion
We actively foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where
individuals are respected, supported, and empowered regardless of gender,
sexuality, background, or identity.
Our culture promotes:
- Inclusive leadership and representation
- Equal access to growth and development opportunities
- Respectful workplaces across our operations and supply chain
Diversity strengthens our organisation and reflects the communities we serve.
Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Livingstone International is proud to have an endorsed Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), reinforcing our commitment to reconciliation and meaningful action.
Our RAP guides our efforts to:
We are committed to ongoing learning, collaboration, and accountability as part of our reconciliation journey.
Read our current RAP here.
