September 24, 2009
Twenty Trends for Sustainability in 2009-10
Here is a list of 20 sustainability trends that are changing the business landscape. We’re keeping our eyes on these…
1. From economic collapse to a green economic recovery.
Interest in all things “green” continues to grow as the economy sinks. About 34 percent of people are now more likely to buy environmentally responsible products and 44 percent of consumers indicate their environmental shopping habits have not changed as a result of the economy (Cone Consumer environmental survey 2009).
Sustainability is coming into its own as a force to drive competitiveness. This development is substantiated….
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Reader Comments
I would also add a shift from Carbon Neutral to Carbon Health
Unlike carbon neutral strategies which allow for the purchase of offsets, carbon health requires a comprehensive strategy focused on the operational and resource efficiency of an organization. Organizations focused on sustainability must move beyond the environmental reporting to evaluate operational changes and investment opportunities that reduce their environmental impact.
John Clark
Director, Climate Change Solutions
http://www.tririga.com
John Clark | TRIRIGA | September 24th, 2009
Terrific article! I’d also add “From products to Services”
and “From Selling to Engaging”
Jacquelyn Ottman
Jacquelyn Ottman | September 25th, 2009
And from sustainable households to sustainable cities… we will see these trends continue. Great analysis!
Carolyn Martin | September 29th, 2009
Great article! I suggest number 21 might be Passive Cooling Techniques instead of Active Air Conditioning.
Our company, which is building a sustainable resort in Panama, put out a release on this topic. You can read it here: http://islapalenque.com/blog/2009/08/press-release-amble%E2%80%99s-new-panama-resort-taps-trend-in-passive-cooling/
Frances | September 30th, 2009
How can do methode the determine it’s a certain area of changed…excample for forestry in West Kalimantan at Indonesia.
Multazam | October 6th, 2009
Item 6 mentions occupancy sensors to safe energy on lighting but the big hitter that is already here and getting bigger is LED lighting. LED lighting is even more efficient than flourescent lighting and lamps last up to 50 times longer. Save on energy and disposal.
Mike Schultz | October 14th, 2009