Are you ready to commit to sustainability practices to grow your business and be a better steward of the environment? Today, all companies—big and small—should analyze how sustainability can impact their businesses for their customers, their communities, and the planet.
Environmental sustainability is good for the planet and good for business. Companies that assess, manage, and communicate their environmental performance grow faster than their competitors and help their local communities and the planet thrive.
PG&E is passionate about environmental sustainability and committed to ensuring diverse businesses are strong links in the supply chain with their sustainability practices. Our expert-led courses build confidence, bring valuable expertise, and practical tools and assessments that you can apply in your business today.
This introductory course defines environmental sustainability, why it is important, how to assess your business, and what to measure. You will get an overview of basic sustainability practices, expectations from the utility industry, as well as tools and resources to get you started. Most businesses already have sustainability practices in place, and we will show you how to identify where you are and how to go further. Industry expert Elizabeth Shanley from The Fehlig Group will share pro tips and offer expert advice and guidance.
- Introduce environmental sustainability concepts and terms.
- Discuss the principles and benefits of having a sustainability program, with examples.
- Examine how to measure, report, and implement sustainability programs.
- Better understand utility industry expectations, recommendations, and best practices.
- Learn how to assess your business with a step-by-step process.
- Access industry and trade resources with practical, easy-to-follow guidance to deepen your knowledge.
- Gain insight into material issues, best practices, and trends with case studies.