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Week 18, 2024 - what members of The Sustainable Investor have been reading in full this week. Membership is free and you can get to read ALL of our blogs in full (details on last page of carousel). #sustainability #strategy #finance Steven Bowen Sandy Jayaraj SUSXL: Sustainability. Excellence. Leadership. Davis Mukasa

Is industry heading unchecked into a post-growth era? How can green growth be achieved in the coming decades? The keynote by economist and sustainability researcher Fred Luks on "The Future of Growth" at the Industry Congress 2024 on prospects for industry and why sustainability is a leadership task. Fred Luks believes: "In addition to technical innovations, we need social innovations and reduction. And very importantly: tradition. We at Syngroup Management Consulting are also confronted with this question „Do we really need growth?“ Let's discuss this. https://lnkd.in/d83T5sJf #industry #manufacturing #green #strategy #growth #consulting #leadership #transformation #innovation #responsibility #sustainability #digitalisation #KI #syngroup

Hear from experts about their experience in sustainability and how they've applied it to green business. As a participant on the Green Advantage course, you'll get first hand accounts of leaders and specialists who have developed sustainable strategies for their organisations. Be inspired, learn and apply it to your company. Our next cohort starts on the 20th May, click here to find out more and enrol: - https://lnkd.in/e9ekt8bj #greenadvantage #greenbusiness #ecobusiness #sustainablebusiness #greenstrategy #growthstrategy Christian Byron Shirley Hodson-Walker Dixon Wong Kate Angel

"Tomorrow's Blueprint: Integrating ESG for a Sustainable Future" Discover the power of ESG to transform businesses and safeguard our planet. This video highlights the crucial steps businesses are taking to incorporate sustainability into their core strategies. Join Earth Guard Advisory in paving the way for a sustainable future. #Leadership #Sustainability #Innovation #EarthGuardAdvisory #EGA

New #FTMoralMoneyForum report coming soon! 🌏 Can transition finance help drive a greener future? Our upcoming report explores how funding can support the shift to low-carbon solutions in high-emission industries. With expert insights from sustainable finance journalist Sarah Murray and our advisory partners White & Case LLP and Vontobel, we’ll look at the opportunities and challenges in this space. #sustainablefinance #climatechange #greenfinance #transitionfinance #leadership #ftmoralmoney

🌍 Businesses driving sustainability aren’t going it alone. Insights from our survey of 575 business leaders globally reveal what companies need from stakeholders to succeed, what they prioritise 📋, and how confident they are in themselves—and others—in creating a sustainable future 🌱. Discover how embracing diverse perspectives is fuelling change and pushing sustainable business forward. https://lnkd.in/eCf9x34S Society is transitioning to a low-carbon economy. So are our clients, and so is ING. We finance a lot of sustainable activities, but we still finance more that’s not. See how we’re progressing on ing.com/climate #leadership #collaboration #sustainablebusiness

💬 "How do we move beyond Net Zero?" This was the critical question posed at the last Future Finance Thinkers session in August. The conversation shifted from just reducing impact to creating a positive regenerative impact on the environment and society. 🌱 Finance and business leaders, it’s time to think bigger. Want to know more about how to implement these ideas in your organisation? 👉 Join the discussion at the upcoming Future Finance Thinkers Lab! 📅 October 22, 2024 📍 Virtual Event 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/g8zQSS6B #BeyondNetZero #FutureFinance #SustainableBusiness #FinanceInnovation

Sustainability must be on business leaders' agendas because it's no longer just a moral or environmental issue it’s a strategic and financial imperative. Here’s why: 1. Future-Proofing Against Risks Climate change, resource scarcity, and regulatory shifts are no longer distant threats. 2. Driving Innovation and Efficiency It often leads to cost savings, improved efficiency, and cutting edge products. 3. Meeting Stakeholder Expectations Consumers, investors, and employees increasingly demand sustainable practices. 4. Unlocking New Market Opportunities The green economy is growing rapidly. Businesses that lead in sustainability tap into emerging markets, cater to conscious consumers, and position themselves as leaders. 5. Strengthening Brand and Reputation Being a sustainable business shows you care about more than just profits. It builds a positive image, 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿? Join the Sustain Unconference on December 17th in Birmingham to explore how businesses can embrace sustainability for a brighter, more profitable future. #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #NetZero #ClimateAction #GreenBusiness #Innovation #Leadership #SustainableFuture #SustainMidlands

Sustainability must be on business leaders' agendas because it's no longer just a moral or environmental issue it’s a strategic and financial imperative. Here’s why: 1. Future-Proofing Against Risks Climate change, resource scarcity, and regulatory shifts are no longer distant threats. 2. Driving Innovation and Efficiency It often leads to cost savings, improved efficiency, and cutting edge products. 3. Meeting Stakeholder Expectations Consumers, investors, and employees increasingly demand sustainable practices. 4. Unlocking New Market Opportunities The green economy is growing rapidly. Businesses that lead in sustainability tap into emerging markets, cater to conscious consumers, and position themselves as leaders. 5. Strengthening Brand and Reputation Being a sustainable business shows you care about more than just profits. It builds a positive image, 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿? Join the Sustain Unconference on December 17th in Birmingham to explore how businesses can embrace sustainability for a brighter, more profitable future. #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #NetZero #ClimateAction #GreenBusiness #Innovation #Leadership #SustainableFuture #SustainMidlands

Sustainability must be on business leaders' agendas because it's no longer just a moral or environmental issue it’s a strategic and financial imperative. Here’s why: 1. Future-Proofing Against Risks Climate change, resource scarcity, and regulatory shifts are no longer distant threats. 2. Driving Innovation and Efficiency It often leads to cost savings, improved efficiency, and cutting edge products. 3. Meeting Stakeholder Expectations Consumers, investors, and employees increasingly demand sustainable practices. 4. Unlocking New Market Opportunities The green economy is growing rapidly. Businesses that lead in sustainability tap into emerging markets, cater to conscious consumers, and position themselves as leaders. 5. Strengthening Brand and Reputation Being a sustainable business shows you care about more than just profits. It builds a positive image, 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿? Join the Sustain Unconference on December 17th in Birmingham to explore how businesses can embrace sustainability for a brighter, more profitable future. #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #NetZero #ClimateAction #GreenBusiness #Innovation #Leadership #SustainableFuture #SustainMidlands