What Is Zero Waste—and Why Should Your Business Care? At its core, Zero Waste means designing and managing products and processes to systematically avoid and eliminate waste, rather than treating it after it’s created. It’s about shifting from a linear “take-make-waste” economy to a circular one where materials are continuously reused. For businesses, this is…
Category: Conservation
AFFTA Launches Sustainability Toolkit for Fly Fishing Industry
In an exciting step toward a more sustainable future, the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA), in partnership with Emerger Strategies, has launched the AFFTA Sustainability Toolkit. This comprehensive resource is designed to help fly fishing businesses measure, improve, and communicate their sustainability performance, and protect the resources that the fly fishing industry depends on…
The Business Case for Sustainability for Fishing & Outdoor Brands
In today’s rapidly evolving market, fishing and outdoor brands face increasing pressure to improve their sustainability performance—from consumers, retailers, regulators, investors, and even their own employees. But while sustainability is often seen as an altruistic imperative, it’s just as important to understand it as a strategic business advantage. At Emerger Strategies, we believe the most…
Simplifying Sustainability: Emerger Strategies’ Assessment, Plan & Report Package
In today’s marketplace, sustainability isn’t a “nice-to-have”—it’s a business imperative. Whether you’re aiming to meet retailer ESG requirements, reduce your environmental footprint, or simply improve operational efficiency, having a clear sustainability roadmap is essential. At Emerger Strategies, we specialize in helping small to medium-sized businesses—particularly fishing and outdoor brands—simplify sustainability and make it profitable. Our…
How Fishing and Outdoor Brands Can Take Meaningful Action This Earth Day
Earth Day is more than a moment to celebrate the natural world—it’s a call to protect it. For fishing and outdoor brands, the connection between business success and a healthy environment couldn’t be clearer. Clean water, abundant fisheries, and resilient ecosystems are essential—not only for future generations but for the longevity of your business. That’s…
Our Public Lands Are Not for Sale: A Conversation with Land Tawney
In this powerful episode of The Sustainable Angler, we’re diving deep into a topic close to my heart: America’s public lands. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to spend countless days camping, hiking, and fly fishing on these wild, beautiful landscapes. Public lands connect us with nature, fuel our $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy, and offer a spiritual refuge…