Sustainability: business, life, environment

Imagine dropping a pebble in a still pond and watch the ripple travel out in an ever expanding ring.  As a sustainability consultant, I share with clients that thoughts and actions are like stones thrown into still waters:  they create ripples that spread and expand as they move outwards.  Everything we think and do affects the planet and the people in our lives. 

With that in mind, did you know there is an estimated 64.3 million father's across the nation?   With numbers like that,  it's hard not to get excited about using Father's Day as a way to introduce eco awareness in your Father's Day celebration.  Why not maximize that ripple effect and spark the green enthusiasm in your family.

Not sure where to start?  Look for gifts that introduce sustainability concepts and eco awareness.  Here's a start:

Dad, the car lover:

• Check out waterless car wash products
• Sell Solar Tire Pressure Gage

Dad, the sports enthusiast:

• Eco Friendly Golf Gear 
• Klean Kanteen or SIGG bottles to stay hydrated
• Organic Pool Towels

Dad, the Techie:

• Solar backpack
• Solar patio lights
• Eco Friendly Water powered clock
• Kill a Watt, Electricity Usage Monitoring Power Strip

Dad, the Chef:

• Green Grilling
• Bamboo kitchen tools
• Good fibers/
• Organic Beer

Throughout my professional consulting career, I've found holidays to be a great way to integrate sustainability concepts not only into your own life, but also into the lives of others.   Here's wishing you a Happy Father's Day!