The fourth edition of the United Nations Global Climate Litigation Report is now available. A few takeaways: 1986 - The first climate case 2017 – 884 cases were filed across the world 2020 – 1550 cases were filed across the world 2022 – 2180 cases were filed across the world 2025 - 3099 cases were [...]
We continue to hear people say various versions of “Sustainability is coming.” If we look at the Bain & Company chart we see that in just the past six years, Business-driven support for pursuing sustainability has increased 59%, from 34% to 54%. In other words, rather than pursuing sustainability because they are being forced by [...]
For purposes of this question, we are not going to include the revenue-side gains that come from 7 out of 10 consumers willing to move their business to a certified sustainable company, or the margin-side gains of being able to sell product at a higher price as a certified sustainable company, or the cost of [...]
Per this article: Employees Expect Purpose – 2/3 of employees say their employer is not doing enough to address climate change and sustainability. Do you think they will stay with you when they have the chance to jump? Investors Value Transparency – Companies that act on sustainability attract more capital. Consumers Demand Action – Companies [...]
Per this article, Sustainability = Higher Profits Energy cost reduction Waste reduction Cheaper access to capital Premium pricing Attracting and keeping top talent Driving innovation Improving processes Reducing climate risk Reducing regulatory risk Reducing reputation risk Reducing supply chain risk Winning new business from clients/customers that want sustainable vendors And finally, after you improve your [...]
Per this study, 68% of Americans, across all demographic groups, will pay more for sustainability. (This is consistent with many studies over the past few years.) Here is the caveat – trust, clarity and value determine if they follow through. (Again, consistent with prior studies.) If you claim you are sustainable, but are not certified/verified, [...]
Heritage Investment Group, with over $1b under management, provides wealth management and investment guidance to high-net-worth individuals, families, charitable foundations, and qualified plans. The firm has served as an independent advisor since 1993. The company has continued its environmental sustainability commitment by renewing its Edenark Group ISO 14001 sustainability certification through 2026. The Edenark Group ISO [...]
We like this list from the Forbes Business Council of 18 reasons why sustainability can be a strategic advantage for your business: It can set your business apart It indicates long-term viability It enables proactive responses to industry changes It provides a competitive edge It expands your target audience It can narrow the divide between [...]
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Do you have a globally ranked blog/website helping you promote your business? What if you could get that just by doing something good? Per this press release, Edenark Group, a global provider of environmental services, wellness services and green project financing services, including the world’s premier environmental sustainability certification program for SMEs, the Edenark Group [...]
