b'2023 AusLSAOUR PEOPLE OUR ENVIRONMENT OUR COMMUNITY OUR GOVERNANCESUSTAINABILITY SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS:PROFILE FPA continues to prioritise supporting the physical, mental andThis year, FPA progressed and strengthened our psychological well-being of our people. A further 19 leaders trainedenvironmental platform with the relocation of our Sydney as Mental Health First Aid Officers bringing the total to 27 trainedoffice. This resulted in a 31% reduction in the office footprint, employees (37% of our firm). In addition to a comprehensive range ofwhilst providing a modern workplace supporting hybrid and flexible working options as part of hybrid working, including workingflexible working. The new building has a 5 Star Green Star from anywhere (WFA) globally, we offer staff 4 days mental healthDesign rating and a 5 Star NABERS energy rating. During the and wellbeing leave and birthday leave. After trialling ouroffice relocation project we were conscious to ensure that compressed working fortnight initiative, we have formally cementedredundant IT equipment was safely and securely disposed of this program into our working strategy. This supports meeting freeusing a certified eWaste provider. This year we have also days and times to optimise energy levels.In addition to our Mentalachieved our goal of a 73% reduction in print devices (one Health First Aid Committee, we have a Diversity Equity and Inclusiononly per office). Building management in our Melbourne office committee which includes a sub-committee focusing on Indigenoushas partnered with REDCycle for the collection of soft plastic initiatives. These groups are focussed on promoting inclusion from awaste and we have seen a positive uptake from staff bringing comprehensive range of perspectives from across the organisation.this waste from home. We are conscious to ensure other We have strong representation of staff across the firm and arewaste streams in the office, such as stationery, printer proactively abreast of current issues. We provide a generous remotecartridges and coffee pods, are all responsibly and sustainably working and wellbeing allowance to help fund working from homedisposed of. Our Green Team celebrates significant expenses and equipment. Engagement and pulse surveys informenvironmental events such as Earth Hour and Plastic Free July, future initiatives and our L&D programs include specific training tosharing tips for reducing plastic waste and providing a reflect our core Values of Care, Collaboration, Excellence and Trust. Sustainability and Zero Waste tip sheet on our intranet. We FPA Patent Attorneys are also currently exploring options for carbon neutral air travel.Headcount:71 (FTE)Floor Area:924m2Number of Offices : 2 GENDER20% 41% 93% 50% CLIMATEEQUALITY ACTIONFPA Patent Attorneys (FPA) is an independent, top-tier, Australian based,INITIATIVES:TelecommutingGreen Star rated buildings 4-6 starEnergy efficient private incorporated registered attorneyINITIATIVES:refits undertakenSpecify energy efficient appliancesTeleconferencing firm that is wholly owned by QANTM International Womens DayFemale advancement, mentoring and coachingfacilities and trainingEarth HourRide to Work DayEnd of trip Intellectual Property Limited (QANTM IP), Training - Gender awareness unconscious biasGender sensitive promotionfacilitiesNABERSs Energy RatingEfficient building and lighting and recruitmentInternal D&I networks or committeesEqual pay controls automationan Australian Securities Exchange listedShowcasing gender diversity experiencescompany. GROSS EMISSIONSINCLUSIVE241t - 3.4t per employeeWORKPLACE 11.4% 0%BUILDINGS 28t11.5%INITIATIVES:0.0m 23t/ Recruitment and promotion for D&IInternal D&I networks or committeesMembership - DCATraining - Awareness and unconscious bias0% 87% Staff Surveys - D&ITraining - LGBTQ+ awarenessWear it Purple DayTRAVEL 214t Internal LGBTQ+ networks or committeesTraining - LGBTQ+ awareness3 89%.0t/e e eploy Gender pronouns promotionGender affirmation policy mFLEXIBLECARBON0%18.0 18.0 100% OFFSETS &WORKPLACE RENEWABLESINITIATIVES:NET EMISSIONS Flexible work hoursPart time optionsJob sharingRemote working tools and241t - 3.4t per employeesystemsSupport for flexible workingTime in lieuUnpaid leaveCarers leaveStudy leaveVolunteering leaveReligious and ceremonial leavePurchased leaveCareer breaksSubsidised child carePhased retirementAdjusted KPIs after absencesSabbaticalsBonus leaveDomestic violence leaveENVIRONMENTALFamily and fertility leaveMANAGEMENTPSYCHOLOGICALINITIATIVES:WELLBEINGOffice green teamsINITIATIVES:RECYCLING100% Beyond Blue programR U OK? programBlack Dog Institute program OFFICES Psychological support/ EAPMental health first aid training and supportMental Health Awareness WeekTraining - Mental health awareness and managementExternal mental health programs hostingDomestic violence strategyMental health office champion PAPER PHYSICAL USAGE WELLBEING INITIATIVES:Paperlite office programGreen accredited paper purchase specificationFollow me printingPAPER CERTIFICATION: INITIATIVES: NCOS Certified Carbon NeutralPEFC Australian Forestry standard Ergonomics programProactive health checksFlu vaccinationsInternal exercise sessionsGym membershipsTeam eventsMassagesWellness awareness and promotionSubsidised health insuranceOnsite fruit and healthy cateringErgonomics program - offsiteHealth EAP'