More and more retailers are requiring their suppliers to complete sustainability assessments. Whether you’re selling to Walmart, REI, Target, or other major retailers, your brand will likely need to report on key environmental and social metrics. These assessments help measure sustainability performance and ensure that products align with retailer goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions,…
Category: Sustainable Procurement
Making Sustainability Simple for Outdoor Brands
Sustainability is no longer a “nice to have” for outdoor brands—it’s an expectation. Consumers, retailers, and investors are all demanding greater transparency and accountability when it comes to sustainability. But for many outdoor brands, the challenge isn’t the why—it’s the how. At Emerger Strategies, we specialize in making sustainability simple, actionable, and profitable. Whether you’re…
Why Retailers Like REI & Walmart Want You to Measure Sustainability—And How It Helps You Win More Business
If you’re a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the fishing or outdoor industries, you’ve likely noticed that major retailers like REI, Walmart, and Target are requiring brands to measure and improve their sustainability performance. These demands can feel overwhelming, especially if you lack a full-time sustainability team or don’t know where to start. However,…
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…
How We Help Brands Save Money While Meeting Sustainability Goals
At Emerger Strategies, we understand that sustainability is not just about doing what’s right for the planet—it’s also about making good business sense. Many brands in the fishing and outdoor industries want to improve their sustainability performance but struggle with the time, resources, and expertise needed to do so. That’s where we come in. We…