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❗️Australian actions for a just transition: the Net Zero Authority and private sector impact 🌱 🌏 What exactly is a Just Transition and why does it matter? 🌏 How does the Net Zero Authority relate to Australian businesses? 🌏 What is the intersection between decarbonisation for business and social equity? 🌏 What actions can your business take to address the rapidly shifting landscape of sustainability? Dr Evan B Center and I wrote about what a Just Transition means for Australia and the role both government and private sector actors have in ensuring an environmentally just future for us all. ➡️ Read about it here: https://lnkd.in/gtvxbP56

🌿 Embracing the United Nations Sustainability Goals: A Call to Action for UK Businesses 🌍 As we navigate the complexities of today’s world, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a roadmap for creating a more equitable, sustainable future. For businesses in the UK, aligning with these goals isn’t just a responsibility; it’s an opportunity for growth and innovation. 🔑 Why Should UK Businesses Care? Ø Brand Loyalty: Consumers increasingly favour companies committed to sustainability. Ø Regulatory Compliance: Staying ahead of regulations can save costs and enhance reputation. Ø Market Opportunities: Sustainable practices can open doors to new markets and partnerships. 💡 How Can Businesses Contribute? Ø Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy: Invest in renewable energy solutions for operations. Ø Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: Implement sustainable practices in supply chains. Ø Goal 13: Climate Action: Set measurable targets for reducing carbon emissions. Are you ready to embrace the SDGs? What are your key focusses? Let’s work together to drive positive change and contribute to a sustainable future for our communities and the planet. #Sustainability #UNSDGs #UKBusiness #CorporateResponsibility #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #FutureOfBusiness #cydinnovation #socialvalue

Sustainability, as defined in 1987 by the United Nations Brundtland Commission, is “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s a pledge for a better future. Our core goal is to help organisations become sustainable and align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and other frameworks such as the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) sustainability framework. We are devoted to communicating the core of sustainability and upholding global standards for genuine and tangible impact. Follow our journey as we connect organisations with sustainability for a better future. Our goal is to ensure that businesses can make informed and impactful changes that will drive genuine sustainability across every level of their operations. So...we would like to hear from you! What does sustainability mean to you personally and to your business? Share your thoughts in the comment section, let’s work together for a more sustainable greener tomorrow. #SustainabilityAssessments #SDGs #ClimateAction #ResponsibleProduction #SustainableFuture #CorporateResponsibility #BusinessGrowth

#ClimateChangeMitigation, #CircularEconomy, #BiodiversityProduction - these are all compatible with business, and with each other, but can be hard to keep track of. It helps to have integrated reporting mechanisms to monitor the impacts of business operations on a wide variety of sustainability topics. That's why we are proud to have multiple metrics available to embed sustainability into business data: #CarbonFootprint, #MaterialFootprint, #WaterFootprint, #LandFootprint, #BiodiversityFootprint, #EnergyFootprint, #LabourFootprint and #GenderFootprint, and #EconomicFootprints. For every sector, in every country.

SUSTAINABILITY FOR SMALL BUSINESSES: Our planet is facing a significant climate crisis. Can small businesses make an impact? Absolutely yes! Today, the world is already experiencing the effects of climate change, from extreme weather events to biodiversity loss. The way we do business impacts our environment directly and indirectly. Many businesses in Africa are already faced with the climate change threat, it's a real and present danger. But change creates opportunities. The transition to a sustainable economy can bring about a wide range of business opportunities. Sustainability isn't just about saving the planet; it's about ensuring your business's future. It's about future-proofing your activities to be resilient in the face of climate change. ☑ Identify the climate-related risks your business is exposed to and take action to manage them. ☑ Develop a sustainability strategy that aligns with your business goals and values. ☑ Invest in energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources. ☑ Embrace circular economy principles - design waste out of your processes and look for opportunities to turn waste into a resource. ☑ Partner with other businesses and organizations to drive bigger, measurable impact. Small businesses also have a significant role to play in driving sustainable urban development. Green cities are not just about buildings; they are about people and their actions. In closing, sustainability is not just an environmental concern; it's a business decision. A solid green strategy can help you cut costs, enhance your brand reputation, attract talent, and increase your competitiveness. It’s a win-win for both your business and the environment. As a Brand Strategist and Marketing Expert with over a decade of experience, I am committed to helping businesses understand their climate-related risks, leverage growth opportunities, and build resilience in a changing world. Take advantage of a Free Brand Discovery and Growth Session with me. Together, we can build a future we’re proud to be a part of! Book your consultation session here: https://lnkd.in/edaDUYK8 #Sustainability #GreenBusiness #ClimateChange #SmallBusiness #Africa #GreenCities Edwin Dela - For a meaningful, environmentally-conscious brand.

As Sustainability Week unfolds, it would be remiss of me not to mention "Sustain-a-livity" - a core value championed by the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA). Sustain-a-livity goes beyond sustainability; it embodies a lifestyle and a commitment to nurturing our planet and communities for generations to come. In the realm of investing, integrating sustain-a-livity principles isn't just a choice; it's a strategic imperative. As stewards of capital, we hold the power to shape the future, and with it, the responsibility to prioritize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in our investment decisions. In the world of investing, integrating sustainability isn't just a trend or an ethical decision, it's a smart way of life. Companies prioritizing sustainability are positioning themselves for long-term success, mitigating risks, and tapping into a growing market demand for eco-conscious solutions. This #SustainabilityWeek, let's not only celebrate the strides we've made but also commit to further investing in a future where sustainability isn't an option - it's the foundation of successful investment. Together, let's continue to sow the seeds of change and reap the rewards of a greener, more sustainable world. #SustainabilityWeek2024 #SpecialEconomicZoneAuthority #JSEZA #SustainableInvestment #SustainALivity #ESG #GoingGreen

Embracing Sustainability: Together Towards a Greener Future! At The American Business Council of Pakistan (ABC), we are committed to driving positive change and making a lasting impact on the environment. Our member companies have embraced values such as #Sustainability, #EnvironmentalResponsibility, and #Innovation to create a greener and more sustainable business ecosystem. Stay tuned to our page as we delve deeper into how ABC and its member companies are paving the way for a brighter tomorrow. Let's unite in our mission to build a better, more sustainable future for all! #ABC #SustainableBusiness #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenerFuture #InnovativeApproaches #DrivingChange #TogetherWeThrive #ESG #ClimateChange

Today's sessions at the Council of the Great Lakes Region's 2024 Sustainable Growth Forum co-hosted with the Toronto Region Board of Trade challenged what sustainability truly means. I thought this was one of the simplest and clearest definitions I've ever heard: "Something is sustainable if it is good for people, profit and the planet." Sustainability doesn't have to be a loaded term. It doesn't have to be an either/or conversation. In fact, it can't be - because to sacrifice the future of our communities, our economy, or our climate will only lead to an unsustainable and unstable future. #sustainability #economy #inclusion

Why we need connected strategies for net zero and levelling up？ ☘️In this piece, Professor Sherilyn MacGregor, Professor Matthew Paterson and Dr Helen Holmes, University of Manchester, discuss the ‘Joined-up Sustainability Transformations’ (JUST) approach. Photo by Hannah Busing on Unsplash The Government’s Net Zero Strategy (2022) calls for more attention to community-based action to meet ambitious targets. Similarly, the recently-published report of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for ‘left behind’ neighbourhoods, ‘A neighbourhood strategy for national renewal’ (October 2023) makes a strong commitment to putting local communities in the driver’s seat of the levelling up agenda. 🐾Why is it, then, that the former pays nothing more than lip service to equity and fairness in how net zero can be rolled out across the UK and nowhere in the latter is there any mention of the urgent need to decarbonise the economy? What opportunities are being missed and what barriers are being created by this classic case of siloed thinking by policy makers? 🧊The problem seems to lie in a lack of research on how to bring these two urgent agendas together, as well as in an overreliance on outdated ideas about what is needed to drive effective responses to the most pressing challenges of our generation. At the Sustainable Consumption Institute at the University of Manchester, we have drawn on decades of social science research to develop a Joined-up Sustainability Transformations (JUST) approach that we argue should be adopted by the next government. ☘️JUST entails three core ideas that together enable a shift toward principles that respond to complex social and political conditions that currently block progress towards the scale of change needed to tackle the interlocking crises of climate, care, cost of living, and more. #qmscbloggers #QBSMScBloggers

🌍💡 In a world full of uncertainty, the need for change is clear. From climate change to inequality, the challenges we face today are pressing and quite frankly, scary! But there’s hope—sustainable business strategies are proving to be key in tackling these issues. 🌱 A well-thought-out strategy not only boosts shareholder value but also benefits society and the environment. UK business leaders are increasingly recognising that addressing global challenges drives long-term success. Still, setting clear sustainability goals and creating a strategy to achieve them can feel a bit daunting... 😕 And that's where we come in, here at Wylde Connections, we help businesses develop effective #ESG strategies and navigate sustainability challenges. Our expert consultants will equip your teams with the knowledge to mitigate risks and maximise positive impacts. Join us for our 2 day Sustainable Business Skills workshop on the 15th and 16th of October - the perfect opportunity to kickstart your sustainability journey! There's still time to register and did you know SMEs in Warwickshire can get funding towards this course? Even better! 😍 Don’t miss out—register now, and we’ll be in touch: https://lnkd.in/evhFA-rG #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #PeoplePlanetProfit #CorporateResponsibility #ChangeForGood #SMEs #Warwickshire