Comprehensively assess the level of environmental policy, implementation of environmental strategies, employee engagement and involvement of suppliers in environmentally oriented business

The aim of the article is to assess the environmental sustainability of a selected retail company. Environmental sustainability is a part of modern business management that focuses on minimizing the negative impacts of business activities on the environment and on supporting a long-term balance between economic growth, social prosperity and the protection of natural resources. The research was based on a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, including a guided interview with the company manager, a questionnaire survey among employees and an analysis of internal documents and sustainability reports. The aim was to comprehensively assess the level of environmental policy, implementation of environmental strategies, employee engagement and involvement of suppliers in environmentally oriented business. The results showed that the company systematically applies the principles of environmental management, although it does not yet have formal certification according to ISO 14001 or EMAS standards. The company significantly reduced CO₂ emissions, optimized logistics and energy consumption, introduced packaging and waste recycling, and successfully implemented measures to reduce food waste through cooperation with the Food Bank of Slovakia. It also achieved positive results in the area of ​​environmental product certifications (FSC, PEFC, MSC, RSPO, Fairtrade), which confirm its responsible approach to natural resources. The conclusion of the research points to a high level of environmental sustainability of the company and its contribution to the achievement of sustainable development goals. Nevertheless, it is recommended to strengthen internal employee motivation, improve education in the field of ecological behavior, and strive for international certification of the environmental management system.