talk
february 2007
Why Sustainability is Good for Business
There are many definitions of 'sustainability', but essentially it involves managing actions in a way that minimises their environmental and social impacts. Businesses can benefit from adopting this approach, as there are both immediate and future advantages to be gained from ensuring a plentiful supply of a well-managed resource. In addition, new markets are opening up for businesses able to supply goods and services that have a sustainability focus.
This forum will provide attendees with an opportunity to hear business sustainability success stories, as well as gain an insight into both the benefits and challenges encountered along the way.
Jon Ward: General Manager - Business, Innovation & Technology, Sustainability Victoria
-What is the business case for sustainability - how will this affect the bottom line and transform business models, products and services?
Mark Tomasini: Director PrintBound Pty Ltd
-Introducing ‘Sustainability’ into Printing –
How undertaking a range of initiatives to make their products and their workplace more sustainable has saved money, and improved staff productivity.
Kay Jones, Marketing Director, Sustainable Living Fabrics
- A Journey Through the Forest of Sustainability - Sustainable Living Fabrics is a world leader in environmental textiles with every fabric carbon neutral and carrying the GECA Ecolabel, but their journey to sustainability was and remains challenging.
Ken Anderson, Environment and Facilities Coordinator, Australian Arrow
- Achieving Resource Efficiency through Corporate Culture – practical examples how Australian Arrow have inspired their staff to adopt sustainability.