SUSTAINABILITY SOUTH AFRICA
Sustainability for South African Enterprises and Large Businesses
Sustainability has become an essential prerequisite for sustained success amidst complex and evolving challenges. It has become a strategic necessity for businesses facing complex global dynamics.
This course delves into why sustainability has become a business imperative, how to measure and report on sustainability and an audit of existing sustainability initiatives. Armed with this awareness, businesses can embark on their sustainability journey. Partnering with sustainability experts at the Green Lights Sustainability Initiative, organisations can seamlessly integrate sustainability within their business operations.
Learn more about how to become a future-proof sustainable business ready for a world of uncertainty. Take our online course below or contact us for an exploratory discussion to discover how to boost your bottom line with sustainable practices and initiatives.
GLSI is offers services and consultation in sustainability development and verification.
Training Session 1 Overview
1: What is the Business Case for Sustainability?
Topics
- The Value of Sustainability
- Sustainability in today’s South Africa: The King IV Code
- Case Study: What do successful sustainability initiatives look like?
Practical Application
Noting sustainable business practices within your organisation
2: What is Sustainability?
Topics
- Sustainability, ESG and Sustainable Development
- Achieving Sustainability through Partnerships
- Sustainability as a Spectrum
- A Strategic Approach to Sustainability
- Sustainability Reporting
Practical Application
Examining accreditations and compliance related to sustainable business practices
3: How Do We Go About Implementing Sustainability?
Topics
- Developing Leadership
- Supporting Functional Areas
- Measurement of the Business
- Energy and Engagement
Practical Application
Evaluating sustainability in four focus areas: leadership, functional areas, measurement and stakeholder engagement
4: What If We Don’t Cultivate Sustainability?
Topics
- Environmental, social, and economic impacts of unsustainable practices
- Regulatory and legal implications of non-compliance with sustainability standards
- Exploring the potential for reputational damage and loss of market competitiveness
Practical Application
Taking action to develop and implementing sustainable business practices