This article attempts to talk about why manufacturers must embrace sustainability, however below is more to the point. Said simply, for a manufacturer to remain in business, and grow, it must Become more efficient / reduce costs – companies that are certified under our program MUST become more efficient. Become more attractive to B2B prospects [...]
We’ve recently talked about Greenwashing and the fact that the majority of consumers do not believe a company’s claims if not supported by legitimate 3rd party validation/certification. This article talks about a Yale study that grades companies on their decisions to exit or continue operations in Russia after the Ukraine invasion. In many cases, companies [...]
Article by Check Odulio, contributing writer. Companies often face ridicule for greenwashing, where they exaggerate sustainability claims. Fearing scrutiny, some choose to stay silent, resulting in a phenomenon known as greenhushing—when a company does not communicate its verified/certified sustainability efforts. Be warned - companies guilty of greenhushing are starting to take the [...]
We have stated for years that if your sustainability program does not include a people piece, it is not a sustainability program. This article talks about how people should be at the heart of corporate responsibility. We could not agree more. At Edenark Group, our environmental sustainability program includes a people piece that is unrivaled [...]
We are all exposed to electromagnetic fields (EMF) every day. Low levels of EMF are not considered dangerous for most people and the World Health Organization has established 5000 v/m as a guideline maximum exposure level. However, most office work environments, with wireless equipment, computers, printers, routers, and cell phones, all producing EMF, can easily [...]
This video, of one of our clients at Gym For The Brain, is both a remarkable and regular story. We have dozens and dozens of stories just like this one. The ‘people side’ of the Edenark Group ISO 14001 program does not get as much attention as the environmental side due to society not yet [...]
We previously reported on the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) which went into force on 16 May 2023. The purpose of the CBAM is to target carbon leakage, which occurs when a company produces its products in countries with less strict climate policies. In other words, anything being imported into the EU from countries [...]
This week saw the hottest day since records began. It will get hotter, as El Niño is layered on top of global heating caused by you and me. If your business wants to be part of the solution, watch this master class and give us a call.
As this article states, “Corporations across the economy are at risk of losing financial value by either underplaying or overplaying their hand when it comes to sustainability.” There is a cost attached to greenwashing (ie, overstating your sustainability achievements) and there is also a cost attached to not having a sustainability program or having one [...]
Per this article in Entrepreneur magazine, here are three environmentally sustainable business practice reminders Reputation – Being environmentally sustainable is admired and builds trust with consumers and others in the business community; doors will open, consumers will seek you out, and your brand’s reputation will be enhanced No Greenwashing - Do what you [...]
