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This presentation discusses environmental sustainability and sustainability reporting. It provides an overview of GGG Sustainability Solutions, which is a consulting firm that integrates sustainability into business operations. The presentation then covers sustainability reporting frameworks like CDP, GRI, and DJSI. It discusses applying sustainability through baseline assessments, stakeholder engagement, and quantifying impacts. Trends covered include increased collaboration, chemical transparency, addressing water risks, and integrating social issues into sustainability programs.
Videocon Mobile Phones Independence Day Contest Campaign Case Study by Solomo...Solomo Media Pvt. Ltd.
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The document discusses various challenges related to greenhouse gas management and climate risk from an investment perspective. It outlines sources of risk to companies from regulation, litigation, reputation, and supply chains. It also examines differences in emissions management based on industry and flexibility. The document then provides examples of investor actions to understand, manage, and disclose climate risks, such as requiring asset managers to consider climate risks, investing in clean tech, and engaging with companies.
The 2014 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix saw significant increases in social media engagement, on-site mobile usage, and customer satisfaction compared to previous years. Over 7,600 articles were published about the race, achieving 1.9 billion impressions on Twitter. 88.7% of attendees downloaded the event mobile app, well above the threshold of 67% considered very high engagement. Customer satisfaction reached a high of 92%, continuing an upward trend since 2009.
This document summarizes an energy efficiency company that manufactures products to help customers reduce their energy costs by up to 30%. It describes how the company's real-time energy displays help customers understand where 43% of their energy is being wasted in areas like lighting, air conditioning, motors, and refrigeration. The company then installs cutting-edge energy saving products to eliminate waste and achieve site-wide savings of 30% on average. Case studies show individual customers saving 30-50% on energy costs within 2-5 years, completely offsetting the cost of the energy saving products.
Imagine the potential for a stunning range of products that are proven to save up to 30% in energy costs!
Thanks to our comprehensive range of energy saving products and solutions, our distributors can offer you a consultative, multimodality approach to energy saving.
They are not ‘product peddlers’ limited to just one or two solutions that they have to try to force into every application regardless of whether you need it or not.
Because we design, manufacture and supply numerous application specific products they can provide you with a comprehensive, tailor-made solution.
We have generic names for each family of solutions and within each category there is more than one product.
Enigin’s Product Portfolio Comprises:
ENISCOPE - Real-time Energy Management Systems with multi-channel meters, real-time displays and cloud-based analytics.
iMEC - Intelligent Motor Energy Controllers, both single and 3-Phase
ACES - Air Conditioning Energy Savers with leading edge ‘hybrid’ patented technology.
CUES - Chilled Unit Energy Savers, analogue and digital food-mimicking thermostats (patented) with hybrid intelligent compressor control modules.
LESS - Light Energy Saving Solutions, including commercial quality LED’s.
All the control technology harnessed within Enigin’s products has been proven in the field for several years. We also have some excellent customer testimonials for you to evaluate.
The products we manufacture are simple retrofit solutions and have been designed to provide a very attractive pay-back proposition – often less than two years, which equates to a 50% return on investment.
This document discusses strategies for greater community engagement around energy issues. It advocates starting with small, easy-to-implement solutions that are social and interactive in nature, such as energy-focused house parties. The document also recommends providing expertise to communities, making energy data more openly available, and creating integrated homeowner programs that include energy assessments, action plans, rebates and trusted contractors. The ultimate goals are to improve housing stock efficiency, make energy value more visible and transparent to consumers, and work towards a truly smart, community-resilient energy system that benefits all.
Ecosystem Cloud Summit Presentation Deck, Dec 2019 in Sunnyvale CAWorkSpan
WorkSpan, the category leader in the Ecosystem Cloud, is excited to invite you to the Ecosystem Cloud Summit (ECS) in collaboration with NetApp.
Ecosystem leaders from the top technology companies in the world are come together to share:
- Industry best practices on the advent of business ecosystems.
- How to get a head start on business innovations with Ecosystem Cloud?
- Network with other industry professionals.
This presentation discusses environmental sustainability and sustainability reporting. It provides an overview of GGG Sustainability Solutions, which is a consulting firm that integrates sustainability into business operations. The presentation then covers sustainability reporting frameworks like CDP, GRI, and DJSI. It discusses applying sustainability through baseline assessments, stakeholder engagement, and quantifying impacts. Trends covered include increased collaboration, chemical transparency, addressing water risks, and integrating social issues into sustainability programs.
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A brief case study for the successful social media campaign conducted for Videocon Mobile Phones around Independence Day 2014. Our objective was to create awareness for the newly launched Infinium Series smartphone - X30Pro & increase interactions. See what we did.
The document discusses various challenges related to greenhouse gas management and climate risk from an investment perspective. It outlines sources of risk to companies from regulation, litigation, reputation, and supply chains. It also examines differences in emissions management based on industry and flexibility. The document then provides examples of investor actions to understand, manage, and disclose climate risks, such as requiring asset managers to consider climate risks, investing in clean tech, and engaging with companies.
The 2014 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix saw significant increases in social media engagement, on-site mobile usage, and customer satisfaction compared to previous years. Over 7,600 articles were published about the race, achieving 1.9 billion impressions on Twitter. 88.7% of attendees downloaded the event mobile app, well above the threshold of 67% considered very high engagement. Customer satisfaction reached a high of 92%, continuing an upward trend since 2009.
This document summarizes an energy efficiency company that manufactures products to help customers reduce their energy costs by up to 30%. It describes how the company's real-time energy displays help customers understand where 43% of their energy is being wasted in areas like lighting, air conditioning, motors, and refrigeration. The company then installs cutting-edge energy saving products to eliminate waste and achieve site-wide savings of 30% on average. Case studies show individual customers saving 30-50% on energy costs within 2-5 years, completely offsetting the cost of the energy saving products.
Imagine the potential for a stunning range of products that are proven to save up to 30% in energy costs!
Thanks to our comprehensive range of energy saving products and solutions, our distributors can offer you a consultative, multimodality approach to energy saving.
They are not ‘product peddlers’ limited to just one or two solutions that they have to try to force into every application regardless of whether you need it or not.
Because we design, manufacture and supply numerous application specific products they can provide you with a comprehensive, tailor-made solution.
We have generic names for each family of solutions and within each category there is more than one product.
Enigin’s Product Portfolio Comprises:
ENISCOPE - Real-time Energy Management Systems with multi-channel meters, real-time displays and cloud-based analytics.
iMEC - Intelligent Motor Energy Controllers, both single and 3-Phase
ACES - Air Conditioning Energy Savers with leading edge ‘hybrid’ patented technology.
CUES - Chilled Unit Energy Savers, analogue and digital food-mimicking thermostats (patented) with hybrid intelligent compressor control modules.
LESS - Light Energy Saving Solutions, including commercial quality LED’s.
All the control technology harnessed within Enigin’s products has been proven in the field for several years. We also have some excellent customer testimonials for you to evaluate.
The products we manufacture are simple retrofit solutions and have been designed to provide a very attractive pay-back proposition – often less than two years, which equates to a 50% return on investment.
This document discusses strategies for greater community engagement around energy issues. It advocates starting with small, easy-to-implement solutions that are social and interactive in nature, such as energy-focused house parties. The document also recommends providing expertise to communities, making energy data more openly available, and creating integrated homeowner programs that include energy assessments, action plans, rebates and trusted contractors. The ultimate goals are to improve housing stock efficiency, make energy value more visible and transparent to consumers, and work towards a truly smart, community-resilient energy system that benefits all.
Ecosystem Cloud Summit Presentation Deck, Dec 2019 in Sunnyvale CAWorkSpan
WorkSpan, the category leader in the Ecosystem Cloud, is excited to invite you to the Ecosystem Cloud Summit (ECS) in collaboration with NetApp.
Ecosystem leaders from the top technology companies in the world are come together to share:
- Industry best practices on the advent of business ecosystems.
- How to get a head start on business innovations with Ecosystem Cloud?
- Network with other industry professionals.
Winning Business with Sustainability at Better Bankside with Planet FirstCamilla Oelman
This document summarizes a presentation by Steve Malkin, CEO of Planet First, on winning business through sustainability. It outlines Planet First's sustainability certification program, which involves businesses measuring their environmental impacts, engaging stakeholders, and communicating their sustainability progress. The certification helps businesses reduce costs, build reputation, and retain and win new clients by differentiating through verified sustainability claims. Malkin argues that sustainability will be increasingly important for business success as regulations tighten, consumers demand integrity, and new business models prioritize environmental and social goals.
Inspiring Sustainability through Meetings & EventsMrooksby
The document discusses the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to sustainability in the meetings and events industry. It provides an overview of GMIC's mission, history, and activities in promoting green meetings. Key points include that GMIC has over 500 members in 19 countries, works to set sustainability standards and policies for the industry, and defines a green meeting as one that minimizes environmental impact throughout all stages of planning and execution.
The document discusses the impacts of climate change and outlines steps for individuals and businesses to become "Planet Positive" by measuring, reducing, offsetting, and reporting their carbon footprints according to a standardized protocol. It promotes a global branding initiative that aims to inspire mass behavior change and economic opportunities in reducing emissions.
The document discusses trends in ethical consumerism and corporate responsibility. It summarizes research showing that consumers are increasingly concerned about issues like climate change and ethical business practices when making purchasing decisions. Companies are responding by integrating corporate responsibility policies and sustainability more fully into their strategies and operations. Voluntary reporting and transparency initiatives are also growing to better inform consumers.
The document discusses the growing focus on sustainability in the food supply chain. It notes that the world's population and consumption are increasing dramatically, putting pressure on resources. Major retailers and suppliers are implementing sustainability strategies to reduce their environmental impact, lower costs, and meet customer demand. Successful strategies require commitment from senior leadership, cross-sector collaboration, and delivering financial benefits in addition to social and environmental goals.
This document outlines Patagonia's proposed Product Lifecycle Initiative to take responsibility for its products from production through end of life. It analyzes alternatives like focusing on sales growth versus remaining aligned with environmental values. The recommended action plan is to repair and resell used Patagonia garments over 3 years to retain customers and attract new ones, while educating about refurbished clothing. Risks include initiative failure damaging the brand, while benefits are maintaining an innovative industry position and reaching a broader customer base through an online community.
This is a final training report of the training course provided by MOCC, World Bank.
Simplify the ISO 14001 concept to explain how a company in the business sector can act to the global warming with limited resources.
This document discusses opportunities for sustainability in the accommodation sector. It provides a case study of Strattons Hotel that implemented resource efficiency initiatives like refillable toiletry dispensers and water/laundry savings, reducing costs by over £10,000 annually and diverting 98% of waste from landfill. Customer preferences are also changing to favor businesses with strong environmental practices and lower carbon footprints.
The document discusses why companies are moving towards a circular economy. It notes that resource scarcity and price volatility pose risks, while the circular economy presents opportunities to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and improve competitiveness. Companies that implement circular principles around durability, reuse, recycling, and reduced material use can address climate change and prepare for upcoming regulations. The circular economy is a $4.5 trillion business opportunity that companies are pursuing to manage risks and capture benefits of a sustainable, resilient economic model.
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Greg Norris, Co-Director, SHINE, Harvard School of Public Health
Gale Tedhams, Director, Sustainability, Owens Corning
Laura Draucker, Senior Associate, World Resources Institute (WRI)
Handprinting refers to quantifying the positive consequence of a company or organization, its products or services and how it relates with all its stakeholders. The goal for an organization that engages in measuring its handprint isn't simply to minimize its negative impact, but to maximize its positive influence while enhancing operational efficiency and profitability, and to pursue net-positive sustainability in which its handprint exceeds its footprint. Join this session for a crash course on reimagining how a brand measures the success of its sustainability initiatives.
Pauline Rutter discusses sustainability challenges including population growth, resource use, emissions, and waste. She notes the need to move from current linear systems to more circular economies where waste is viewed as a resource. Companies have an important role to play by engaging suppliers, using assurance schemes, and potentially creating natural capital through activities like reforestation and habitat restoration.
This document discusses corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the ecological environment. It notes that emerging economies are developing rapidly while population growth and resource consumption are stressing the earth's carrying capacity. Firms can help by preventing pollution, innovating sustainably, using resources efficiently, establishing product stewardship, and managing climate change. These strategies present opportunities for revenue growth, cost cutting, and risk reduction. The document also examines factors that influence corporate climate change positions and provides specific strategic options for firms to address climate change both internally and along their supply chains through measures like process improvement, new products, and emission credit trading.
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For more information contact DK Deloitte Sustainability Manager, Bahare Hagshenas, bahahag@deloitte.dk
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productivity in areas like energy efficiency, waste reduction, packaging optimization, transport efficiency,
and supply chain collaboration. Implementing these opportunities could generate substantial benefits,
including £10 billion additional annual profits for manufacturers, 314,000 new manufacturing jobs, and a
27 million tonne reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. However, barriers like a lack of senior leadership,
information, skills, and cross-company collaboration need to be addressed. The document proposes a
programme to establish a community for knowledge sharing, provide tailored support to companies, and
resolve barriers through stakeholder workshops. This is aimed at realizing the significant economic
Product safety is important for three main reasons:
1) It increases the likelihood that products will be chosen by consumers.
2) It protects consumers and families from products that pose fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazards.
3) Companies that ensure product safety fulfill their commitments to customers and society.
This document provides an overview of GE's ecomagination initiative and 2010 annual report. The key points are:
1. GE's ecomagination initiative aims to address critical challenges like cleaner energy sources, reduced emissions, and clean water through developing innovative solutions.
2. In 2010, GE invested $1.8 billion in research and development for ecomagination products, added 22 new products, and made progress towards environmental goals like reducing emissions and water use.
3. Going forward, GE's strategy includes partnering globally to meet local needs, creating full-service solutions through partnerships, and funding ideas through open innovation initiatives.
Kinetic studies on malachite green dye adsorption from aqueous solutions by A...Open Access Research Paper
Water polluted by dyestuffs compounds is a global threat to health and the environment; accordingly, we prepared a green novel sorbent chemical and Physical system from an algae, chitosan and chitosan nanoparticle and impregnated with algae with chitosan nanocomposite for the sorption of Malachite green dye from water. The algae with chitosan nanocomposite by a simple method and used as a recyclable and effective adsorbent for the removal of malachite green dye from aqueous solutions. Algae, chitosan, chitosan nanoparticle and algae with chitosan nanocomposite were characterized using different physicochemical methods. The functional groups and chemical compounds found in algae, chitosan, chitosan algae, chitosan nanoparticle, and chitosan nanoparticle with algae were identified using FTIR, SEM, and TGADTA/DTG techniques. The optimal adsorption conditions, different dosages, pH and Temperature the amount of algae with chitosan nanocomposite were determined. At optimized conditions and the batch equilibrium studies more than 99% of the dye was removed. The adsorption process data matched well kinetics showed that the reaction order for dye varied with pseudo-first order and pseudo-second order. Furthermore, the maximum adsorption capacity of the algae with chitosan nanocomposite toward malachite green dye reached as high as 15.5mg/g, respectively. Finally, multiple times reusing of algae with chitosan nanocomposite and removing dye from a real wastewater has made it a promising and attractive option for further practical applications.
Improving the viability of probiotics by encapsulation methods for developmen...Open Access Research Paper
The popularity of functional foods among scientists and common people has been increasing day by day. Awareness and modernization make the consumer think better regarding food and nutrition. Now a day’s individual knows very well about the relation between food consumption and disease prevalence. Humans have a diversity of microbes in the gut that together form the gut microflora. Probiotics are the health-promoting live microbial cells improve host health through gut and brain connection and fighting against harmful bacteria. Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus are the two bacterial genera which are considered to be probiotic. These good bacteria are facing challenges of viability. There are so many factors such as sensitivity to heat, pH, acidity, osmotic effect, mechanical shear, chemical components, freezing and storage time as well which affects the viability of probiotics in the dairy food matrix as well as in the gut. Multiple efforts have been done in the past and ongoing in present for these beneficial microbial population stability until their destination in the gut. One of a useful technique known as microencapsulation makes the probiotic effective in the diversified conditions and maintain these microbe’s community to the optimum level for achieving targeted benefits. Dairy products are found to be an ideal vehicle for probiotic incorporation. It has been seen that the encapsulated microbial cells show higher viability than the free cells in different processing and storage conditions as well as against bile salts in the gut. They make the food functional when incorporated, without affecting the product sensory characteristics.
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50%
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Nielsen Global Survey of Corporate Citizenship (2013)
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Balance your socla and enviro impacts
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They may not act as they say, but indicates a rise in social engagement
Ability to get message across –
Fiat engineered for lower impact on the environment – lowest co2 range in europe
It means properties will remain in the spotlight – to reduce carbon, energy, water and waste.
Land Securities is the UK’s largest retail and commercial landlord and developer.
Land Securities, working with Planet First and Bywaters delivered a CIBSE acclaimed Occupier Engagement programme which has been extended into more buildings in their London estate.