Is voluntary the new mandatory? Will Sarni argues that any idea companies may have had that voluntary reporting was in fact voluntary has now disappeared.
When people think of microbreweries in Colorado known for their sustainable business practices, the first name that comes to mind is usually New Belgium Brewing. But less than a mile away, local's favorite, Odell Brewing, is holding up its own.
From a business perspective, “the right thing to do” is adopting a genuine sustainability strategy that is completely aligned with your overall company strategy. If executed well, this can create long-term value.
Most company sustainability initiatives start at the top: executives, managers, and/or board members recognize the business case for "greening" operations, products, and services, and issue directives for implementing those initiatives. The implementation itself, though, takes place 'in the trenches.'
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