Rick Crawford I couldn’t be prouder of our client, RepYourWater, for continuing to improve the environmental performance of their operations and products and releasing their second annual Sustainability Report and accompanying video. RepYourWater has committed to using their business to make a positive impact and are truly a purpose-driven brand that is using their business…
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The Sustainable Angler Podcast: Flood Tide Co. Founder Paul Puckett
Rick Crawford In this episode I interview Flood Tide Co. Founder Paul Puckett and chat about fishing in the Seychelles, how Paul got started as an artist, Flood Tide’s journey starting out in an attic to becoming 1% for the Planet Members to their new “Sprummer” collection which includes shirts made with Repreve fabrics made…

Sustainability 101: What is a Carbon Footprint?
Rick Crawford Net income or “the bottom line” is generally a good measure for business performance, and the two best ways to improve the bottom line is 1) to cut operating expenses, such as energy costs; and 2) increase top line growth, such as gross sales of products. In sustainable business, we measure what is…

Event: Rheos Presents 2019 Kickoff to Spring Clean Benefiting Charleston Waterkeeper
Rick Crawford I am stoked to have had the opportunity to work with Rheos and participate in the Rheos Presents: 2019 Kickoff to Spring Clean Benefiting Charleston Waterkeeper! The clean up will be held at Hendrick’s Park from 3-5 PM in North Charleston and Happy Hour at Revelry Brewing from 5-7 PM on the first…

Action Alert: Save Bristol Bay
Rick Crawford I have never been to Alaska, never fished Bristol Bay and never caught a salmon, but I do have a very clear understanding of ecosystem services and the vital role salmon play in supporting the Bristol Bay region’s economy, culture and cuisine. I also understand that without mining I wouldn’t be writing this…

Why We are Donating 1% of our Sales to Protect Our Winters
Rick Crawford I started my company, Emerger Strategies, because I wanted to marry my passion for fly fishing and sustainability, and I protect what I love by guiding businesses on their sustainability journey and improving the environmental performance of their operations and products. In doing so, my clients are fighting climate change, which is the…