This means I will:

• comply with all legal requirements as they apply to me, going beyond compliance where standards of professional practice dictate
• safeguard confidential, sensitive and personal information, not seeking personal gain from such information
• advise and influence organisations and individuals, helping them comply with all legal requirements and supporting them to adopt good practice
• ensure others I assign or contract work to are skilled and competent to deliver
• challenge unlawful or unprofessional behaviour, taking action as necessary
• respect scientific methods and use Science-Based Targets and evidence whenever practical
• fulfil responsibilities to employers and clients in a timely, cost-effective and accurate manner.

This means I will:

• recognise the specific needs of stakeholders, including the environment and society, and my responsibilities to them
• make decisions and take action that avoids harm, and has a positive impact on the environment and society
• communicate environmental or social concerns with regard to action or in-action when giving advice
• inspire and support others to act sustainably and to adopt sustainable and resilient business practices.
• hallenge unsustainable behaviour and activity, taking action where necessary
• be innovative, drive change and challenge norms, to support the journey towards sustainability

This means I will:

• be honest, open and trustworthy in my professional conduct
• apply my knowledge and skills to the best of my ability, even when it conflicts with the interests of employers or clients
• declare conflicts of interest that may influence – or be perceived to influence – my objectivity.
• communicate the reliability, accuracy and quality of data and information provided to others
• be accountable for my actions and decisions.

This means I will:

• treat others fairly
• strive to ensure equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion, supporting human rights and dignity
• act in a way that safeguards the physical and mental health, safety and wellbeing of others
• be respectful of the customs, practices, culture and personal beliefs of others in my professional activity.

This means I will:

• recognise the limits to my own professional competence
• accept only work for which I am suitably skilled and have the resources to deliver
• seek support and expert advice where I am required to stretch my professional competence
• keep a record of my CPD and submit to IEMA on request.

This means I will:

• learn from my experience and reflect on my actions and decisions, so that I can improve my future performance
• keep my knowledge and skills current and relevant, staying abreast of developments in professional and best practice
• keep a record of my CPD and submit to IEMA on request.

This means I will:

• always act in a way that upholds the reputation and values of my profession, doing nothing that would bring it into disrepute
• demonstrate leadership qualities appropriate to my role and act as an ambassador for sustainability in all that I do
• promote IEMA’s vision, values, mission and standing as the leading professional body for sustainability professionals
• contribute to the development of my profession through my involvement with IEMA