A successful sustainability strategy has to be in line with your overall business objectives and has to be approved by your board of directors. It also has to be aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The strategy will include the creation of a Policy and Action Plan made up of key initiatives including:
>Reducing carbon emissions (which will include subsets such as energy management and supplier engagement),
>Evolving your Culture - your people and social governance,
>Adding value to your customers - and how you can adapt your services to make a positive difference
>Your external stakeholders such as shareholders or investors,
>Risk management including covering legal compliance and climate risk.
>Accreditation. Adopting an industry recognised certification for sustainability so you can fly the flag high