{"id":466,"date":"2024-11-01T14:51:17","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T14:51:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?page_id=466"},"modified":"2026-02-07T00:08:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T00:08:59","slug":"2024-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?page_id=466","title":{"rendered":"2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Explore our timeline of sustainability milestones and community support initiatives. 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INCLUSION<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c79802227e\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">At Polaris, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunities, fostering a workforce made up of professionals from diverse backgrounds, academic disciplines, cultures, ages, and genders.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/DIVERSITY-INCLUSION.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"DIVERSITY &amp; INCLUSION\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c798023d7c\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1433'>Strengthening Our Work Safety Culture<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c798024248\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">As part of our corporate sustainability strategy, occupational safety remains our top priority. We are committed to ensuring that every worker returns home in the same condition?or better?than when they arrived. <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Strengthening-Our-Work-Safety-Culture.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Strengthening Our Work Safety Culture\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c798025d97\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1434'>Risk Control Measures<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c798026389\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">In addition to our preventive approach, we actively implement measures to minimize risks, including: Providing personal protective equipment (PPE) tailored to each worker\u2019s activity and risk level. <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Risk-Control-Measures-768x548.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Risk Control Measures\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c798026f43\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1436'>Healthy Worker Program in the Region<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c7980274ee\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">Since its launch at our Nicaragua subsidiary, the Healthy Worker Program has been instrumental in encouraging employees to prioritize their physical health7. Following its success, we recognized during our 2022 materiality analysis that expanding the program across all operations would greatly benefit both our team and Polaris as a whole. This year, we enhanced health-related training and extended the program?s activities company-wide, incorporating sports, active breaks, and a stronger emphasis on promoting healthier lifestyles. A key highlight has been the Sports Day events held at each subsidiary, which foster team cohesion while promoting physical well-being in a fun, engaging way.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/sport.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"sport\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c7980282c8\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1437'>Well-being and mental health<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c798028627\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">Mental health training is a cornerstone of our strategy to ensure employees have the resources to thrive. For this year?s World Mental Health Day, with the theme ?Mental Health in the Workplace,? we hosted a session titled ?Mental Health is for Everyone.? Employees from various locations participated, where we discussed the importance of mental health, its impact on both individuals and teams, and worked to challenge common misconceptions about mental health.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Well-being-and-mental-health.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Well-being and mental health\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c798029264\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1438'>Worker Representation in Health &#038; Safety matters<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c7980295a5\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">The Joint Hygiene and Safety Committee, along with Safety Supervisors, plays a critical role in managing workplace safety and health. We have implemented these roles across all operations. At our Geothermal Power Plant in Nicaragua, a Joint Hygiene and Safety Committee, composed of both worker and management representatives, oversees working conditions, safety improvements, training, accident investigations, and regular inspections. In other operations, Safety Supervisors ensure compliance with safety regulations, fulfilling similar responsibilities to the Joint Committee. Both bodies serve as vital channels for representing worker interests, ensuring transparency, and fostering open communication regarding health and safety concerns.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Worker-Representation-in-Health-Safety.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Worker Representation in Health &amp; Safety\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c79802a126\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1439'>Attracting, retaining and developing talent<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c79802a44a\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">At Polaris, we recognize that our employees are the cornerstone of our success and sustainability. We cultivate a culture of trust, collaboration, and respect, where each individual feels valued, heard, and motivated to contribute their best. Our professional development programs and open communication channels ensure that every employee has the tools and support to grow and help achieve our shared goals, fostering innovation and organizational resilience.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Attracting-retaining-and-developing-talent.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Attracting, retaining and developing talent\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c79802aeed\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1441'>Young Talent Internship Program<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c79802b24d\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">Our Youth Talent Internship Program in Nicaragua provides university and technical students with practical experience in a dynamic environment. In 2024, more than 35 students participated, with 11% transitioning to full-time roles. We remain dedicated to promoting industry?s best practices, inclusion, and growth, offering diverse young talent the opportunity to thrive at Polaris. Through our Onboarding Program, we invested 649.5 training hours for new employees and interns.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Diverse-Talent-and-Employment-Opportunities.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Diverse Talent and Employment Opportunities\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c79802bd17\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1442'>Building an Engaged Workforce<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c79802c0d3\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">We deeply value our employees? contributions, which are vital to our ongoing success. In the past year, we implemented strategies to strengthen retention, including training, recognition programs, health and wellness initiatives, and volunteering opportunities. These efforts helped achieve a 90% retention rate, ensuring the continuity of our key talent. By 2025, we plan to continue investing in professional development to strengthen our employees? connection to our mission and values. Key recognition initiatives include: ? I-STAR Ambassador Award: Recognizes employees who exemplify our core values, with five outstanding individuals selected by the Polaris Board of Directors. ? Polaris Day: Celebrated the company?s 9th anniversary8 under the theme ?Polaris DNA is our shared essence.? The event promoted teamwork and engaged employees through sports, integration games, and trivia, with over 98% participation across six jurisdictions.  ? Special Celebrations: We celebrated significant moments like Mother?s Day, Father?s Day, and birthdays, expressing appreciation through personalized gifts and events. ? Seniority Recognition Program: Acknowledges employees? loyalty at key milestones (5-year increments), fostering a sense of pride and belonging. ? Volunteer Program: Employees contributed over 308 hours to reforestation, educational mentoring, and community support, reflecting our commitment to sustainable development and fostering a sense of purpose among staff.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/page_54_img_1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"page_54_img_1\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item bold_timeline_item_override_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_frame_thickness_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_connection_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_content_display_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_animation_inherit bold_timeline_animate bold_timeline_item_override_marker_type_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_icon_shape_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_media_position_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_title_size_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_supertitle_style_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_alignment_inherit bold_timeline_item_override_images_columns_inherit\" id=\"id_6a3c79802cfcc\" data-css-override=\"\" data-margin-top=\"0\"><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_marker\"><\/div><div class = \"bold_timeline_item_connection\"><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_inner\"><p class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle\"><span class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_supertitle_inner\"><span class=bold_timeline_item_posts_cats><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/?cat=15' rel='category tag'>Our People<\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p><h2 class=\"bold_timeline_item_header_title\"><a href='https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability?p=1444'>Developing Skills for the Future<\/a><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_content_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text\" id=\"id_6a3c79802d336\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_text_inner\">We are committed to continuous learning, empowering employees to face future challenges. In 2024, we invested 7,781 work hours in training, with 21% of employees participating in specialized development initiatives. <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_images\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_media_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/polarisrei.com\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Talent-training-and-development-768x391.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Talent training and development\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bold_timeline_group_show_button\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_group_show_button_inner\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_button bold_timeline_group_button bold_timeline_item_button_style_filled bold_timeline_item_button_shape_soft_rounded bold_timeline_item_button_width_block bold_timeline_item_button_size_inline\" id=\"id_6a3c79802d7ee\" data-css-override=\"\"><div class=\"bold_timeline_item_button_inner\"><a href=\"#\" alt=Expand target=\"_self\" class=\"bold_timeline_item_button_innet_text\">Expand<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore our timeline of sustainability milestones and community support initiatives. 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