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On this small planet we call Earth, we are all interconnected. Increasingly, customers, investors, regulators and the public at large expect businesses to take responsibility for their impact on the environment and on the communities where they operate. The good news is corporate social responsibility is actually good for business! Becoming a more sustainable operation does not have to cost money: it just calls for different thinking. And the benefits are indisputable: Save money: By using energy more efficiently you’re lowering your operating costs, increasing your profitability and reducing your environmental footprint. And it’s easy to get started. Earn loyal customers and strengthen your brand: Your customers and investors are demanding greater corporate social responsibility and accountability. Prove to them it’s important to your business and they will spread the word. Attract and retain skilled employees: The best of today’s talent, especially young people, are looking at organizations that practice sustainability management as a key factor in determining whether or not they want to work there. Become an innovative leader: The Harvard Business School Journal says “Sustainability is the #1 driver of innovation in business today.” You can be among the first to introduce new, improved products, services and processes.

Reduce financial and reputational risk: By proactively recognizing, managing and reporting your environmental and social impacts, you will receive better financing rates, realize improved license to operate and enjoy a more favourable reputation. Reduce management risk: The precedent has been established in Canadian law that directors and senior managers are expected to be aware of their company’s environmental and social impact. Having a sustainability strategy is good insurance. Realize greater prosperity: Your positive social and environmental initiatives will contribute to a strong economic bottom line for your business and better quality of life for your employees and the people of Hamilton. Now imagine if all businesses in Hamilton made sustainability or corporate social responsibility a core part of their operations, measuring and reporting on their progress…it would lead to a more prosperous future and positive brand image for our city. That’s the goal of Sustainable Hamilton.