In line with our commitment to the care and conservation of the environment, at Argos we work under the guidelines and regulations that protect the environment. Aware that all of us who are part of the organization must contribute to its fulfillment, today We want to tell you what the environmental crimes established in current Colombian regulations are. and how we can contribute to preventing these behaviors from materializing.
To begin, let's review the definition of crime: a behavior previously described in criminal law, which constitutes an illicit act that causes damage to an asset protected by the State, carried out with intention (dolo) or with lack of care (culpa), and that carries a penalty.
- Illicit use of renewable natural resources
- Wildlife trafficking
- Illegal hunting
- Illegal fishing
- Illicit management of exotic species
- Deforestation
- Promotion and financing of deforestation
- Handling and illicit use of genetically modified organisms, microorganisms and dangerous substances or elements
- Illicit exploitation of mining deposits and other materials
- Damage to natural resources and ecocide
- Environmental pollution
- Environmental pollution due to mining deposit exploitation
Stay pay attention to our media to find out what each one consists of of the environmental crimes mentioned and how we can prevent them.
If you identify behavior of this type, Report it to the Transparency Line by calling 01 8000 522 021 or writing to email lintransparencia@argos.com.co
