The decade of action is here.
The science is clear – despite our best effort we aren’t changing fast enough and time is running out.
So, what are we missing?
This thought leadership by Edge Environment seeks to explore the principles of sustainability leadership,
why we need it and how to get more of it.
We reviewed literature, spoke to experts and asked ourselves some big questions. Here’s a sneak peek of what we found.
Sustainability leadership is about driving change faster.
This is enabled by putting investors, customers,
employees and communities at the centre of our focus, without compromising the fundamentals.
Be decisive about your commitment to sustainability, and own it.
Make money by being a force
for good.
Pinpoint where you want to lead,
and where you don’t.
Open-source solutions for peers, competitors and thought-leaders to contribute to, learn from, and use.
Own your failings and don’t be afraid to talk about them.
Translate sustainability into language your audiences understand.
Align sustainability, corporate affairs and marketing plans.
Value progress over perfection.
Measure performance
using quantitative and
qualitative indicators.
Celebrate and share your success.