Six simple ways to make your business more sustainable  

Six simple ways to make your business more sustainable  

 

  • Assess your environmental impact. Look at your materials, emissions, and waste. Try carbon calculators Ekos or Toitu or the new Climate Action Toolbox.
  • Put your green mission on paper. What does sustainability mean to your team, company, industry, and clients? Developing a short mission statement establishes your priorities and gets everyone on the same page.
  • Partner up for the planet. Why not share a percentage of your profits with environmental non-profits or green initiatives? It makes a positive difference, and your business will become more attractive to eco-conscious customers.
  • Ask for help. You’re not expected to become an eco-expert overnight. Talk to the Sustainable Business Network for advice or approach your local Council.
  • Get inspired. From engineers to beekeepers, lots of small to medium Kiwi businesses are doing their part for the environment. Read their award-winning stories here.
  • Watch out for green-washing. It’s important to be diligent about the products and services you’re offering if you’re flying the sustainability flag. Look out for green-washing, which is when a product is environmentally friendly in one way but harms the planet in others.