The case for sustainability

• A McKinsey report noted that 78% of consumers stated that having a sustainable lifestyle is important

• 76% of consumers expect companies to take action on climate change

• A Deloitte study stated that 51% of employees believe sustainability to be important

  This figure will only grow as younger generations start to dominate the workforce, as well as the consumer market.

  How can becoming more sustainable save you money as a business

  Being sustainable is not about replacing everything you have with shiny new expensive models. Quite the opposite.

  It’s about planning to replace things with more sustainable models over time

  Examples -

• Your boiler needs costly repairs - consider the cost of repair and replacement vs alternative heat sources such as solar power.

  Solar power not only saves you on heating bills, but also gives you credits on energy you generate back into the grid.

• Light bulbs. These are a relatively cost effective and simple change. The next time a bulb needs replacing, change it for an LED or more eco friendly bulb. You will also find it does bring your bill down slightly as you make these changes.

• Planning and reducing your purchases. Buying less often means less deliveries. It also means fewer delivery costs. Win win for your bank balance and the planet.

• Digitisation. Reducing paper usage is beneficial for the planet, and also reduces your stationary costs. Plus finding the right software, also improves your efficiency as a business.

• People that work for you care about the environment. So do your customers. Having a sustainability strategy demonstrates your commitment. In turn this increases employee engagement and customer loyalty. Be prepared to prove it with data though.

There are many simple things you can do, no matter your business size.

Talk to me about reviewing your business, improving efficiency, lowering costs and benefiting the environment all in one.