In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have. Consumers, investors, and regulators increasingly demand transparency and accountability, and companies that fail to adapt risk losing market share. For industry trade associations, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity. By equipping members with sustainability education and resources, associations can…
Category: Climate Change

NEW SERVICE! Sustainability Toolkit + Educational Webinars
Empowering Industry Trade Associations with Emerger Strategies’ Sustainability Toolkit & Webinars In today’s evolving business landscape, industry trade associations play a crucial role in providing their members with the tools and resources needed to stay competitive. As sustainability becomes an increasing priority—both for regulatory compliance and consumer demand—organizations must equip their members with the knowledge…

NEW SERVICE! Retailer Sustainability Compliance Packages
For Brands Selling to Walmart, Target, & REI By Emerger Strategies At Emerger Strategies, we work with mostly fishing and outdoor brands who are selling their products at big box retailers, and are being asked to comply report with different sustainability assessments, such as THESIS, CDP, REI Product Impact Standards, and others. Our clients tell…

Understanding Walmart’s Sustainability Goals: What Brands Need to Know
Walmart has long been a driving force in the retail industry, and its commitment to sustainability is no exception. As one of the world’s largest retailers, Walmart is influencing entire supply chains by setting ambitious sustainability goals that directly impact its suppliers (brands). If your company sells products to Walmart or hopes to do so,…

Why Retailers are Asking for Your Carbon Footprint – and How to Measure It
In today’s marketplace, retailers are increasingly asking suppliers to provide greenhouse gas emissions (carbon footprint) data for their operations, products, and packaging. This shift is driven by the fact that the effects of climate change (wildfires, droughts, sea-level rise) are happening in real-time and the climate science states that we must halve global greenhouse gas…

Webinar Recording: The Business Case for Sustainability with AFTCO, Yeti, & Z-Man Fishing Products
Emerger Strategies Moderates Panel Discussion with Industry Leaders I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the American Sportfishing Association by moderating a panel discussion on the business case for sustainability, with industry leaders from AFTCO, Yeti, and Z-Man Fishing Products. Through our Sustainability Education + Training Services, Emerger Strategies works with member-organizations by…