SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS

In the 1970s, businesses came under attack by environment groups, public boycotts and government legislation over the environmental damage their operations caused. Since then, many businesses have improved their environmental performance and are now trying to understand how they can operate sustainably.

This section looks at the special issues facing business on the road to sustainability. Tools and techniques are presented along with examples of leadership and case studies.

Corporate Environment and  Sustainability Reporting

The state of corporate sustainability reporting

Improving Corporate Environment and Sustainability Reporting

Stratos work on Corporate Sustainability Reporting 

 

Operating Principles
Operating principles are the fundamental assumptions underlying how business practice is carried out. Examples of operating principles that underlie sustainable business practice are presented here.

Case Studies
Examples of companies that have accepted the challenge to operate more sustainably - with welcome results for the bottom line.

Look Who's Talking
Quotable quotes from company executives who are committed to sustainability.

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External Links

Canadian Business for Social Responsibility

World Business Council for Sustainable Development

Sustainable Business – A Global Guide

Sustainable Business.com

Ethical Corporation

Conference Board of Canada

Global Reporting Initiative

Coalition for Environmentally Responsible Economies (CERES)

Future 500

Global Environmental Management Initiative (GEMI)


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