As active members of the Ethical Tea partnership, we promote fair trade and aggressively pursue activities which improve quality of life and reduce our carbon footprint. More than a business philosophy, it's our way of life.
Environment
At UHE, we have taken several steps which will help us reduce any negative impact on the environment. In addition to having our own purpose-grown firewood forests, we have also commenced a tree-planting program in all of our estates.
Furthermore, our energy efficient state-of-the-art machinery minimizes air and noise pollution.
Our waste management system, however is our raison d’ętre!
We dispose of our refuse in the following environmentally friendly ways:
Furthermore, our energy efficient state-of-the-art machinery minimizes air and noise pollution.
Our waste management system, however is our raison d’ętre!
We dispose of our refuse in the following environmentally friendly ways:
Tea Refuse, a by-product of the tea manufacturing process, is often sold into the local market, where it is retailed as a low-quality tea with little to no health benefits. Our refuse, however is utilized in our plantations as organic compost. This compost has proved not only to be environmentally friendly, but gives forth a high-quality, aromatic and flavorful harvest, which is better for the consumers’ health.
Dust Collection System – the dust produced during the manufacturing process is generally excessive in quantity. Most manufacturers choose to release this dust into the environment. This practice is detrimental to both the environment and to human health. Our modern machinery is equipped with a mechanism that allows the dust to be released into sacks via a water tank. This reduces the amount of dust released into the atmosphere. The dust sacks are then carefully disposed to prevent environmental damage.
Suppliers
UHE has over 2,000 suppliers, scattered throughout the Uva region. we pay a premium price for their green leaf, in order to help develop the largest supplier base in the region and thereby improve their farming methods and living standards.
In addition, we grant them grace periods to pay back for the manure we supply. We also conduct seminars on improving productivity and best farming practices.
We have staff dedicated to look into our suppliers’ welfare. They are committed to help out suppliers in issues related to farming as well as administer the provision of monetary assistance such as loan facilities, advances and even special needs such as funerals etc.
In addition, we grant them grace periods to pay back for the manure we supply. We also conduct seminars on improving productivity and best farming practices.
We have staff dedicated to look into our suppliers’ welfare. They are committed to help out suppliers in issues related to farming as well as administer the provision of monetary assistance such as loan facilities, advances and even special needs such as funerals etc.
Mr Rathnapala: A tea small holder who has been with us for more than 10 years supplying quality tea leaves…
Mr Rathnapala handing over his daily crop
Staff & Employees
In addition to providing our staff with wages that are well above industry standards, we ensure that all our employees are insured and receive housing facilities. We truly believe in taking care of our staff. To this end, we have built rest rooms which are well-maintained and hygienic, designed for relaxation.
We organize various extracurricular activities for our staff. Apart from sports activities such as volleyball, cricket and carom tournaments, annuals trips are also on our calendar. Our aim is not only to provide entertainment and relaxation but also facilitate team building.
We organize various extracurricular activities for our staff. Apart from sports activities such as volleyball, cricket and carom tournaments, annuals trips are also on our calendar. Our aim is not only to provide entertainment and relaxation but also facilitate team building.
Factory staff and employees engaging in
fun activities
fun activities
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