Assess all business operations as they relate to your sustainability goals. Possible areas including, but not limited to: water use, energy efficiency, waste management, procurement, building envelope, recruiting talent, marketplace positioning, branding.

I develop a complete green business strategy based on your goals, your marketplace, your team and your budget.  The simple formula which should appeal to everyone in your organization is:

Green business practices = Revenue/Company growth = Company stability = Job Stability

Sustainability Strategy Development and Implementation

Establishing a vision of sustainability is the first step in designing a green business strategy. Only then can the strategy be implemented into your daily business practices. Your goals, current environment, market strengths and weaknesses all form the benchmark of your strategy.

I will work with you to first create the vision and then develop your sustainable strategy. The strategy will address the questions:

• Who are the key internal players executing the green business strategy?
• What strategic benefits do we expect to realize upon implementation?
• How will we track the results of the green business strategy?

Creating a ‘Green’ Employee Benefits Package

Developing a benefits package that incorporates ‘green’ benefits can be an extraordinary way to attract and retain top talent. Employees are frequently more motivated; perform better and lead healthier work lives when they perceive the company’s beliefs align with theirs. Monetary compensation is not the overriding factor in determining an employee’s work satisfaction. I can help you create ‘Green’ benefits including:

• Eco Charter creation
• Free eco-consults with Simcoe Consulting
• Carbon offset programs
• Time off for sustainable volunteer programs

Sustainability training and education

Sustainability training and education is geared towards aligning your entire organization with your sustainable strategy. Education and training are key to ensure your employees both understand your sustainable initiatives and commit to them. The more employees are educated, the more they will contribute to your sustainable implementation.

An ancillary benefit to sustainable training is that employees witness the sustainable commitment your organization has made. This works in tandem with your ‘Green’ benefits package to further deliver the sustainability message throughout your entire organization.