Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Carlson supports financially and donates goods and time where possible to a number of NGOs, non-profits and organisations and individuals in need. Previously disadvantaged organisations and suppliers are used wherever possible.

The following organisations benefit from financial contributions, new and used donations, and/or pro bono work and volunteering from Carlson:

• Ladles of Love
• Girls and Boys Town SA
• Hope Africa
• U-Turn
• Lifeline
• Red Cross Hospital
• Sara Fox
• Child Safe
• Breath of Life
• Baphumelele
• Sisters Inc
• Solidarity Fund

Environmental Sustainability 

Carlson is passionate about and committed to environmental sustainability and supports climate change initiatives. Both professional and personal investment is governed by the triple bottom line – social, environmental and economic benefit – and reducing our carbon footprint.

Carlson makes every attempt to tread lightly, minimise environmental impact by living and working according to green, earth-friendly practices. This is critical to who we are and how we work.

• All office and electronic goods are disposed of by EWASA or similarly credible organisations
• All paper, plastic, tin and glass is recycled weekly by Abundance Recycling
• Paper is saved through double-sided printing and reuse; and only recycled paper is used
• Books, magazines and publications are redistributed
• All cleaning products are biodegradable and environmentally friendly
• Blinds and windows replace the need for air conditioning
• Travel is limited co-travel encouraged
• Telephone and web communication is promoted in preference to travel
• Documentation and invoices are sent and received via email instead of using surface mail
• Procurement of goods is done through credible suppliers with eco friendly practices and products
• Locally manufactured goods and localised suppliers are preferred