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The Return on Investment (ROI) of Sustainable Business

Green Business Bureau

A positive Return On Investment (ROI) and Sustainability go hand in hand, as many sustainable business practices save money, create a competitive advantage, open new markets and attract customers and employees. Each area within the organization will have opportunities to make changes towards a greener environment. Increased Sales.

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A corporate water strategy manifesto: We can and will do better

GreenBiz

We also believe that scale of investment in solving wicked water problems is grossly inadequate, whether at the watershed level, supply chain, operations or engagement on public policy and with civil society. We do believe the answers exist but not the fortitude to take on big water risks and make the necessary investments.

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Why the ESG bandwagon must embrace adaptation

GreenBiz

With the explosive growth of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing in recent years, it appears that we may be at or approaching an inflection point. As ESG investing becomes ever more prominent, it may be timely to ask whether, as currently practiced, it considers all issues of material importance to investors.

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America is hungrier than ever for sustainable food systems. Can we build them?  

GreenBiz

"If we’re going to actually build an agile and resilient system going forward, then we have to invest in it.". If a farmer wants to transition a farm from conventional practices to organic or regenerative ones, costs are associated with that transition. million certified organic acres, an increase of 9 percent over 2016.

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Poll: British Columbians prefer the province invest in clean energy over LNG

Clean Energy Canada

VANCOUVER — Most British Columbians would like to see the provincial government invest in clean energy rather than LNG as it begins its new term, while a strong majority think the province should prioritize combating climate change, according to a new survey from Stratcom and Clean Energy Canada. as per the 2016 Census.

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The Return on Investment (ROI) of Sustainable Business

Green Business Bureau

When done right, sustainable business practices deliver a positive return on investment (ROI), improving efficiency, lowering costs and driving sales. Like any investment a company makes, the potential return on an investment in sustainability should be considered before making the investment. Increased Sales.

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The Return on Investment (ROI) of Sustainable Business

Green Business Bureau

When done right, sustainable business practices deliver a positive return on investment (ROI), improving efficiency, lowering costs and driving sales. Like any investment a company makes, the potential return on an investment in sustainability should be considered before making the investment. Increased Sales.