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Discover how aligning with global sustainability frameworks like GRI, SASB, ISO 14001, and the UN SDGs can enhance your organization's credibility and success in sustainability initiatives, while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Utilize the new Green Business Benchmark° framework alignment feature to streamline integration and reporting across multiple frameworks, guiding your organization towards a more sustainable future.

Jumpstart your sustainability program with these 20 easy-to-implement initiatives, covering energy, water, consumption, waste, transportation, community, and workplace culture. From switching to LED bulbs to encouraging employee carpools, these actions make an immediate impact on sustainability without requiring extensive resources.

Strategic partnership with Korea Conformity Laboratories (KCL) expands Green Business Benchmark's global reach.

Sustainability is good for business, increases ROI, and results in significant returns for people, planet, and profit. Beyond helping the world and attracting new customers, implementing sustainable practices refines internal operations, lowers operational costs, creates access to new markets, mitigates risk, and increases employee satisfaction.

Unsure of where to start with your organizational sustainability plan or want to make sure you’re on the right track? Follow these 10 simple steps to build an effective sustainability program that lasts. 

It may surprise you to learn that 61% of consumers say that a company's poor environmental practices make them less loyal to the brand, and 55% of consumers are prepared to pay more for environmentally responsible products. A strong majority of consumers today are conscious consumers, only purchasing products that align with their personal values, with sustainability being one of them.

Learn more about the long term benefits for businesses who invest in sustainability from Forbes Council Member, Nicholas Reichenbach.

More than just a salon, Enlightened Styles represents a profound commitment to sustainability, holistic well-being, and a heart-centered approach to beauty and business.

Hollow Brook Wealth Management is a boutique multi-client family office dedicated to responsibly growing and protecting their clients’ capital while delivering a top-tier luxury, holistic client service experience with sustainability in mind.

LOBA-WAKOL showcases how small-scale initiatives can drive momentum for the successful implementation of larger sustainability goals. They have integrated the concept of sustainability into the very fabric of their products, disrupting the market with innovations that are better for people and the planet.

Matt Wampler, CEO and co-founder, calls Clearcogs a “crystal ball” for restaurant optimization, listen to find out how they use AI to predict inventory needs and reduce food waste.