In 2017, HERO achieved the Most Values Brand award. HERO also held a certification from The 9th IICD Corporate Governance Conference and Award as the Top 50 Mid Market Capitalization Public Listed Companies, and also The Best Non Financial Company. Another award that HERO got in 2017 is the Asia’s Best Company 2017 from Finance Asia. In the sustainability area, HERO held a platinum trophy at the 9th Annual Summit and Conference: CSR Leadership Award.

HERO is very concerned about their CSR program. HERO has a program named “HERO CARING” which includes many projects that was designed as a responsibility for the society, focusing on education, community health, economic empowerment, environmental awareness, Donation and humanitarian aid. HERO realizes that sustainability is not just about CSR. Therefor, together with IBCSD, HERO now has an aim to reach a better knowledge about sustainability, and also improving their programs.

Presenting is speaker is the Head of Research and Development Center for Green and Environmental Industry, Ministry of Industry which gave a really comprehensive explanation on Green Industry Development Standards in Indonesia. The discussion runs very smooth and warm. One of the newest members of IBCSD, PT L’Oreal Indonesia, has also been present as a speaker talking about Private Sector Efforts in Generating Green Products through Sustainable Sourcing. Looking at the success of the FGD, the series will be followed by the next discussion in the future.”

To overcome the issue, Smallholder Task Force was established in May 2016, as a platform to discuss and support the innovative implementation to improve the productivity and livelihood while in the same time is protecting the environment. Beside enhance scale of investments in sustainable commodity production across entire supply chains in Indonesia with the aim to greatly reduce deforestation from palm oil and paper and pulp production. The Task Force Meeting attended by 24 Participants from companies, NGOs and grant institution in Jakarta at 14^th December 2017 to discuss about:

•  Stock-take Partners’ ongoing programs and analyze possible synergies among programs and landscapes and collaboration work at pilot Jurisdiction provinces.

• Share relevant projects they are working on around the issue of alternative financing solution and access to market:

• Statement of “Reactivation of Smallholder Taskforce”

• Smallholder meeting will be held in rotation and hosted by members partners every 2 months

Therefore, IBCSD together with ILO is developing occupation map on automotive industry.

On 14 December in Jakarta, IBCSD and ILO held a validation workshop for the occupation map inviting key stakeholders from the industry, trade union, government, and business association.

The inputs, comments and recommendations coming from the different focal persons invited in the seminar, enable the technical team to revise and finalize the research that is expected to be completed by January 2018.

Marina Tusin, President Director of PwC Consulting Indonesia, said “It has been pleasantly heartwarming to witness various sustainability initiatives implemented in Indonesian companies given the environmental and social challenges we face today. It is our responsibility to applaud the progress made by companies moving towards sustainable businesses. The awards have been a great platform to showcase this progress and to recognise these companies.”

The Sustainable Business Awards run in partnership with PwC Indonesia, to recognize businesses that demonstrate leadership and proven commitment to sustainability through rigorous assessment on business practices. Applicants are scored against both processes and performance across the following 12 categories; Strategy and vision; Workforce; Community; Energy Management; Water Management; Waste & Material Productivity; Climate Change; Supply Chain; Land-use, Biodiversity and the Environment; Business Responsibility and Ethics, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

“The recognition given to businesses for their sustainable efforts not only encourages
others to follow suit, but also provides an excellent resource to learn from best
practices. The rigorous process and prominence of the panel give the awards
unparalleled credibility and standing in Asia.” explains Tony Gourlay, CEO of Global
Initiatives, the awards organizer for the fifth year. Each contender completed a comprehensive interview, questionnaire and was scored against their corporate sustainability vision, and their environmental and social management strategies. Winners were chosen by an expert cross-industry panel including IBCSD, PwC and BAPPENAS (see full list below).

To learn about the awards criteria and methodology read more here.

FULL LIST OF 2017 WINNERS BY CATEGORY

Overall Winner of the Sustainable Business Awards: Holcim Indonesia

BEST IN CATEGORY AWARD (See detailed description here)

1. Best Strategy & Sustainability Management – Holcim Indonesia
2. Best Workforce – Nestlé Indonesia
3. Best Community – United Tractors
4. Best Energy Management – Asia Pulp and Paper (APP)
5. Best Water Management – Chevron Indonesia
6. Best Waste and Material Productivity – Holcim Indonesia
7. Best Climate Change – Holcim Indonesia
8. Best Supply Chain Management – H&M
9. Best Land Use, Biodiversity, and Environment – Sinar Mas Agribusiness and Food
10. Best Business Responsibility and Ethics – PT Vale Indonesia Tbk
11. Best Stakeholder Engagement and Materiality – PT Astra International Tbk
12. Best UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – 
    1. PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk
    2. PT Martina Berto Tbk

SPECIAL INDIVIDUAL RECOGNITION

1. Best Flagship Initiative – PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk
2. Best State Owned Enterprise – Pertamina

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

1. Sustainable Agriculture and Conservation Practices – PT Branita Sandhini
2. Energy Management – PT Sarihusada Generasi Mahardhika
3. GHG Emission Reduction – Gunung Sewu
4. Water Stewardship – Multi Bintang Indonesia
5. Health Education – Bayer Indonesia
6. Employee Engagement – PT Frisian Flag Indonesia
7. Stakeholder Engagement – GREENHOPE – PT Harapan Interaksi Swadaya
8. Energy Management – ISPAT INDO
9. Biomass Energy Initiative – APRIL

Indonesia National Advisory Panel Members

Shinta Kamdani, President of IBCSD and Vice Chair Woman of KADIN Indonesia
Irhoan Tanudiredja, Senior Partner, PwC Indonesia
Erna Witoelar, Founder, Chairperson and Governing Board Member, KEHATI
Nina Sardjunani, Team Leader Secretariat of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), BAPPENAS
Tony Gourlay, CEO, Global Initiatives

About Global Initiatives:

Global Initiatives creates partnerships that address global challenges through film, international events and media projects. By sharing knowledge and best practices, and calling on all stakeholders to take action, we address some of the greatest challenges facing the world. International events include the Responsible Business Forums.