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Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and
SustainableLouisiana State University
April 2010
Aaron Nelson IOMFounder and Senior Fellow Institute for Sustainable Development Executive Director Foundation for a Sustainable Community
President and CEO Chapel Hill‐Carrboro (NC) Chamber of Commerce
A Quick Introduction and My Motivation
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
bull Individuals Organizations Marketing Leadership Regulation
The World is Going Green
In recent business newshellip
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munitybull ldquoSustainablerdquo is Better
Green is Goodhellip
The Old Model ‐ CONFLICT
Businesses
Social ActivistsconflictEnvironmentalists
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Aaron Nelson IOMFounder and Senior Fellow Institute for Sustainable Development Executive Director Foundation for a Sustainable Community
President and CEO Chapel Hill‐Carrboro (NC) Chamber of Commerce
A Quick Introduction and My Motivation
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
bull Individuals Organizations Marketing Leadership Regulation
The World is Going Green
In recent business newshellip
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munitybull ldquoSustainablerdquo is Better
Green is Goodhellip
The Old Model ‐ CONFLICT
Businesses
Social ActivistsconflictEnvironmentalists
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
bull Individuals Organizations Marketing Leadership Regulation
The World is Going Green
In recent business newshellip
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munitybull ldquoSustainablerdquo is Better
Green is Goodhellip
The Old Model ‐ CONFLICT
Businesses
Social ActivistsconflictEnvironmentalists
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
In recent business newshellip
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munitybull ldquoSustainablerdquo is Better
Green is Goodhellip
The Old Model ‐ CONFLICT
Businesses
Social ActivistsconflictEnvironmentalists
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munitybull ldquoSustainablerdquo is Better
Green is Goodhellip
The Old Model ‐ CONFLICT
Businesses
Social ActivistsconflictEnvironmentalists
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
The Old Model ‐ CONFLICT
Businesses
Social ActivistsconflictEnvironmentalists
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainability
Business
SocialEnvironment
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sustainable
People
Planet
Performance (Profit)
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (WCED)
Future Oriented
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Sustainable DefinitionsCopyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable
Community
Environmental Stewardship Social Responsibility Economic Prosperity
3Ps People Planet Profit
3EsEnvironment Equity Economy
Triple Bottom Line
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Organization
Individual
Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Com
munity
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Context
bull Big Trends and Powerful Thingsndash Capitalismndash Global warmingndash Carbon tradingndash Self‐interestndash Peer pressurendash Crazy Talk not so crazyndash Influence of a 13‐year‐old
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Evidence and Examples
bull Green Energy Independence and Terrorism
bull National Security Economy and Sustainability
bull Mongolia Australia and Kansas City
bull Wal‐Mart Subway and McDonaldrsquos
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
Happened A Few Months ago at WalshyMart
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
At Wal‐Mart hellip
bull Wal‐Mart announced last week that it is working to manage its impact guided by three high‐level aspirational sustainability goals which are as follows
bull 1) To achieve 100 percent renewable energy supply2) To create zero waste3) To sell products that sustain our resources and environment
‐ GreenBiz
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Also at Wal‐Mart
bull Wal‐Mart has asked all 100000 of its suppliers and providers to fill out a 15 question questionnaire about their socialand environmental sustainability
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
According to the New York Times
bull ldquoThe idea is to create a universal rating system that scores products based on how environmentally and socially sustainable they are over the course of their lives Consider it the green equivalent to nutrition labelsrdquo ndash New York Times
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
So what do small businesses think
We surveyed 15000 Chamber Members Surveyed in NC PA OH surveyed through local and regional Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Survey of Chamber Members
87 of members believe their ldquobusiness has a responsibility to protect the natural environmentrdquo (60 have specific strategies to do so)
63 said customers were more or much more likely to ldquosupport a business that is known to have green business practicesrdquo (34 were unsure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Survey of Chamber Members
80 said they wanted to be ldquoknown by their community as a lsquogreenrsquo organizationrdquo
94 said they wanted to be known as a ldquosuccessful business that is committed to its community and the environmentrdquo
70 believe that ldquoadopting sustainable business practices will make your organization more successful in the long runrdquo (25 not sure)
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Survey of Chamber Members
8 are aware of tools to assist with going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
VECCI ‐ Consumer Attitudes
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Consumer Attitudes
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Business Attitudes
347
341
148
163
02
Yes - very concerned
Yes - fairly concerned
Yes - slightly concerned
No - not at all concerned
Dont knowcant say
Concern About Climate Change
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Business Attitudes
7
1890
450
41
272
Strongly agree
Tend to agree
Neither agree nor disagreenot sure
Tend to disagree
Strongly disagree
Theres nothing my business can do about the environment
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Data Break
OK are you readyJust a few more
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Public Policy PollingCapStrat
National poll of 923 votersConducted ‐ July 6‐7 2009
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Will you spend more
53 will pay a little more for a green product and 6 will pay significantly more for a green product
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Priorities
When purchasing goods and services which of these are most important to you
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 62 Quality
bull 24 Price
bull 10 Environmental Friendliness
bull 4 Convenience
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Decision Making
How important is being green and sustainable to your employer when making decisions
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 24 Top Priority
bull 32 Important but not primary concern
bull 31 One consideration among many
bull 13 not a factor
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Product Purchasing
When buying products or services how important is the sellerrsquos commitment to sustainability
Source Public Policy PollingCapstrat
bull 54 Very Importantbull 29 Somewhat Importantbull 17 not important
That isbull 83 say its Somewhat or Very Important
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
A Deeper Dive
bull Clevelandbull Chapel Hillbull Kansas Citybull Victoria Australiabull Mongolian National Chamberbull Green PlusTM
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Climate Prosperity Project
bull 2007 Rockefeller Brothers Fund Investment in partnership with business leadership organizations
ldquotesting of the proposition that responding to climate change could represent not only an environmental imperative but in fact also an extraordinary economic development opportunityrdquo
ndash Green Savingsndash Green Opportunityndash Green Talentndash Regional Approach
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Climate Prosperity Project
bull Key Objectivesndash Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissionsndash Increase Energy and Financial Savingsndash Expand Business Opportunitiesndash Grow Green Talent and Jobs
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Climate Protection Partnership
bull Kansas City Chamber bull Ford Foundation Fellowship in Regional Sustainable Development
bull Paying it Forward to 100 Chambers
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
VECCIrsquos Centre for Innovation amp Sustainability Excellence
wwwgrowmethemoneycomau wwwcarbondowncomau
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
25 tonnes of Carbon
Emissions
36 Mega Litres of Water
Over $4000
Savings of an Average Business
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
wwwgogreenplusorg
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
The Institute for Sustainable Development+ Public‐private partnership of chambers trade associations and universities to promote sustainable enterprisebull Duke Center for International Development bull UNC Chapel Hill ndash School of Social Work and Center for Global Initiatives
bull Chambers of Commerce bull GlaxoSmithKline amp Lenovobull The Fenwick Foundation
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
The Institute for Sustainable Development
1 Connect academic research to the peoplebusinesses and institutions of the communities we work
2 Apply global knowledge to regional challenges and opportunities
3 Develop programs and tools to help small businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Institute for Sustainable Development
Chambers of Commerce
Businesses
Nonshyprofits
Professional Associations Organizations
THE FENWICK FOUNDATION
17 Chamber Partners
AR CT IN IA KY MA NC OH SC and PA
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
ACCECPA SocietiesNC Rural Economic Development Center
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
And Now a Video
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Green PlusTM
bull 90 Question assessment toolbull Educates motivates and rewards small employers
bull Provides affordable easy to use information and advice for improving sustainability performance
bull Gives access to a network of both specialists and business peers tackling similar issues
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Green PlusTM
bull Interdisciplinary graduate student counselorsconsultants
bull Rewards participants with branding and marketing support
bull Positions Chambers and Associations as leaders on the subject of sustainability
bull Helps local businesses make and save money by going green and sustainable
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Green Plus Certification Tool
bull Test your companyhellip
hellipat your own pace
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Specifics from Green Plusbull Performance
ndash Planning (Business Plan Succession Plan Marketing Plan Strategic Planndash Performance (Investing in Capital revenue growth cash flow)ndash Practices (Employee Professional Development Standard Accounting
Principles)bull Planet
ndash Energyndash Waterndash Wastendash Transportation
bull Peoplendash Family Friendly Employment Practicesndash Civic Participationndash Corporate Social Responsibilityndash Volunteerism
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
bull Basic definitionsbull Beginning intermediate and advanced steps
bull Links to national regional and local resources
bull Ask Us if you need more information
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Sample Feedback
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Green Plus National Directory
bull Connect with other businesses interested in sustainability
bull Share your own storybull Promote your services and products
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
Certified Green Plus
copy 2008 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
The Goal
Improve the way that individuals and organizations engage their community and their environment and make them more successful for it
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
What is coming
bull North American Sustainable Enterprise Awards (NASE)
bull National Sustainability Fellowrsquos Program (200 Applicants)
bull AICPA Undergraduate Sustainability Challenge
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-
wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
Copyright 2009 Foundation for a Sustainable Community
- Chambers Helping Small Business Go Green and Sustainable
- Slide Number 2
- Slide Number 3
- In recent business newshellip
- Slide Number 5
- The Old Model - CONFLICT
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- New Model ndash An Intersection of Interests
- Sustainable Definitions
- Sustainable Definitions
- Slide Number 11
- Context
- Evidence and Examples
- One of the biggest things to happen in sustainability hellip
- At Wal-Mart hellip
- Also at Wal-Mart
- According to the New York Times
- So what do small businesses think
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- Survey of Chamber Members
- VECCI - Consumer Attitudes
- Consumer Attitudes
- Slide Number 24
- Slide Number 25
- Data Break
- Public Policy PollingCapStrat
- Will you spend more
- Priorities
- Decision Making
- Product Purchasing
- A Deeper Dive
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Prosperity Project
- Climate Protection Partnership
- Slide Number 36
- Slide Number 37
- Slide Number 38
- wwwgogreenplusorg
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- The Institute for Sustainable Development
- Slide Number 42
- Slide Number 43
- And Now a Video
- Green PlusTM
- Green PlusTM
- Green Plus Certification Tool
- Specifics from Green Plus
- Green Plus Sustainability How to Guide
- Sample Feedback
- Green Plus National Directory
- Certified Green Plus
- The Goal
- What is coming
- wwwgogreenplusorgTwitter
-