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Sustainability Considerations to Think About When Purchasing Company Cars

The significance of sustainability in current corporate activities, including company automobile purchases, has grown in importance. Companies of all sizes are becoming more aware of the impact their operations have on the environment and the communities in which they operate, and many are adopting proactive measures to reduce this impact through sustainable business practices.

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This article will look at the most critical aspects of sustainability in a company car purchase and why they are becoming increasingly important for businesses of all sizes.

The Environmental Impact of Company Car Purchases

The transportation industry contributes significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions, and automobiles are one of the leading drivers of these emissions.…

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Green Gigs: How Sustainability Careers have Evolved Over Time

Sustainability certainly isn’t a new concept, but the concerns driving it have become mainstream issues over the last few years, there have never been so many individuals committed to the cause. As well as making more environmentally friendly choices in their personal lives, the employees of many businesses have decided to make sustainability the focus of their professional lives as well.

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And between the mindset, working environments and the roles themselves, our working lives are significantly different from that of previous generations, especially for those who take sustainability seriously. Now that the wider world is understanding how necessary it is to take care of the environment, careers in sustainability have evolved a great deal over time.…

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5 Simple Steps to a More Sustainable Supply Chain

Recent years have seen businesses under pressure to prioritise sustainability. Environmental awareness is on the rise, and consumers, investors and stakeholders have started to favour organisations with sustainability at the heart of their supply chain. People want to support businesses that protect the environment and treat workers well — they want to make ethical purchasing decisions.

Sustainable supply chain

By making sure your supply chain is sustainable and ethical, and by minimising the negative impact your business has on the environment and society, you’ll unlock a range of business benefits.…

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Walking the Walk: Why YOU Are the Key to Your Company’s Sustainability Goals

Sustainability isn’t an issue companies fear addressing.

Findings from a 2019 study by United Nations Global Compact and Accenture Strategy confirm that trend. According to the study, 48% of CEOs include sustainability efforts in their business operations. Still, 80% of those leaders believe companies aren’t doing enough.

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And don’t think it’s just leaders trying to incorporate more green initiatives — both consumers and shareholders gravitate toward them. According to a five-year study, products marketed with a green focus benefited from higher and faster sales rates than their competitors.

So what’s keeping companies from reaching their sustainability goals? There are practical barriers such as supply chains, resource management, and processes.…

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How to Cut your Business’ Carbon Footprint by 30% in 60 Days

Your business has a responsibility to tackle carbon emissions. A consensus by NASA concluded that over 97% of climate scientists agreed that the Earth’s climate has increased and that urgent action is needed. The Paris Agreement on climate change is a step in the right direction with over 190 countries agreeing to implement eco-friendly changes in their economy in a bid to combat climate change.

Although it’s good that several of the world’s governments have agreed to take action, it needs to be implemented at the domestic level. Business owners need to improve the sustainability practices of their business. What most business owners fail to realise is that their stores typically account for 5% of carbon emissions, whereas the supply chain accounts for up to 65% and consumers 35%.…

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