What Are the Sustainability Focus Areas for 2010?

As 2009 winds down ending the first decade of the new millennium, we reflect back on the tremendous progress made in such a short period of time. Our sustainability consulting experiences have revealed there to be a rapid expansion in global eco awareness and a growing recognition of value for sustainability in business. Looking ahead, we ponder what business sustainability innovations 2010 will bring.

Over the last few years, we have seen a noticeable step-change in the clarity of sustainability concepts and a resulting refinement within the business world. In particular, our personal and professional consulting has witnessed a significant shift in the knowledge of our own client base as well as the general public’s expectations of corporate action.

With many companies now evaluating profitability and business sustainability to be a similar pursuit, we look forward to the advances in the coming year. Looking back at a few of this year’s popular posts, some expanded business sustainability focus areas for 2010 may include:

Corporate Responsibility:
•    Climate Action: Can Your Business Afford NOT to Take Action?
•    Social Responsibility: Beyond Transparency: Business Models for Stakeholder Engagement

Resource Conservation and Management:
•    Energy Efficiency: Use Less = More Profits
•    Water Conservation and Management: Reducing your Water Footprint
•    Waste Management: Responsible Disposal Options

Building a Sustainable Office:
•    Corporate Culture: Strategies to Build Eco Awareness
•    Employee Recruiting and Development: Building Your Core
•    Corporate Sustainability Actions: 15 Sustainability Programs for Your Business

Tomorrow’s business environment will most likely be very different than past so companies have to be ready to respond. Recognizing the need for change and taking action can get your business on the right track. At Taiga Company, our professional consulting advises clients to implement solutions that are in alignment with stakeholder needs and add value to the organization.