At Emerger Strategies, we believe that sustainability is not just a responsibility but a strategic advantage. Our Sustainability Boot Camp series is designed to empower businesses with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to measure and enhance their sustainability performance.
Because companies are increasingly being asked by their employees, customers, and regulators to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability, and most companies want to show their commitment but simply don’t know how, or what to measure, Emerger Strategies is offering a 4-day Sustainability Boot Camp series this September at Lowcountry Local First to its members and non-members who want to know how to measure and improve their company’s sustainability performance.
“Nearly half of our 2024 Member Survey respondents reported wanting to incorporate more sustainability practices into their business operations,” said Jordan Amaker, Director of Advocacy & Communications for Lowcountry Local First. “We’re grateful to be able to partner with Emerger Strategies, a Lowcountry Local First member business, to provide this hands-on, tactical training to our community.” Emerger Strategies President, Rick Crawford, said Lowcountry Local First is such a great organization that provides so many excellent tools and resources for local businesses, but one challenge many small businesses face is that they can’t afford to hire a sustainability consultant or full-time sustainability staff which is why I am thrilled be able to offer world class sustainability consulting at an affordable rate for local businesses!”
Join us for an interactive and comprehensive Sustainability Boot Camp designed to empower businesses with the knowledge and tools to embark on their sustainability journey. This boot camp covers essential topics to help your business reduce its environmental impact and embrace sustainable practices.
Agenda:
September 6, 2024: Sustainability 101
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM:
- Introduction to sustainability concepts and principles.
- Understanding the importance of sustainability in business operations.
- Key global and local sustainability trends and regulations.
- Learn the business case for sustainability
September 13, 2024: Sustainability Assessment + Social & Environmental Data Collection
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM:
- Overview of Sustainability Assessments
- Complete the Basic Sustainability Assessment Tool, and obtain a Sustainability Score.
- Identifying areas of improvement and opportunities for sustainable practices.
- Learn how your company contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Techniques and tips for gathering accurate and relevant sustainability data on current business
practices. - 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM:
- Immediately improve your company’s community impact and Sustainability Assessment score by volunteering an hour for a litter sweep with Charleston Waterkeeper around the LLF property!
September 20, 2024: Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Measurement + Emissions Reduction Strategies Provided by The Sustainability Institute
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM:
- Overview of Scopes 1, 2 & 3 GHG emissions and their impact on the environment.
- How to calculate and track your business’s Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions.
- The Sustainability Institute will present GHG emissions reduction strategies for reducing your company’s carbon footprint through energy efficiency.
- 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM:
- Following the session, The Sustainability Institute will provide a walking tour of a building that has earned Charleston RISES green building certification.
September 27, 2024: Sustainability Toolkit
- 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM:
- Review Sustainability Toolkit
- Discuss actionable steps your company can take to improve sustainability performance.
- Earn your “Emerging Business Certificate”
- 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM:
- Following the session, Coastal Expeditions will provide a kayak tour so you can understand that just how everything in nature is interconnected, so are our businesses, the Lowcountry and the planet.
Let’s protect the Lowcountry that we love together!
Who Should Attend:
- Business owners and managers seeking to integrate sustainability into their operations.
- Anyone interested in learning how to make the business case for sustainability.
Benefits of Attending:
- Upon completing the Sustainability Boot Camp, companies will earn an “Emerging Business Certificate” from Emerger Strategies.
- A complete Sustainability Toolkit that your company can use to continue measuring and improving your sustainability performance.
- Learn practical tools and techniques for conducting sustainability assessments and audits, as well as a earning Sustainability score, and understanding of how your company contributes to the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals. Participants will obtain a Sustainability Score
- Complete a Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions inventory, measure your Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions, and actionable steps your company can take to reduce its carbon footprint.
- Network with like-minded professionals and share best practices.
- Take away actionable steps to implement sustainable changes in your organization.
When & Where
September 6, 13, 20, & 27
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM; 12:30 AM -1/2:30 PM
Lowcountry Local First
1859 Summerville Avenue, Ste 800
Charleston, South Carolina 29405
Cost:
$1,200 for LLF members
$1,500 for non-LLF members
My goal is to provide world-class sustainability consulting at an affordable rate for local businesses. This level of consulting is valued at $5,000! 20% of all proceeds will be donated to Lowcountry Local First. As a 1% for the Planet member, 1% of all sales will be donated to our nonprofit partner, The Sustainability Institute, Coastal Expeditions Foundation, and Charleston Waterkeeper!
Space is limited! To reserve your spot, please email: rcrawford@emergerstrategies.com
About Emerger Strategies
Rick Crawford is the President of Emerger Strategies, a sustainable business consultancy whose mission is to measure and improve your company’s sustainability performance, all while boosting profits. Emerger Strategies assesses the environmental and social impact of your company’s operations, products and packaging; and helps your company make the business case for sustainability.
After graduating with an MBA in Sustainable Business from Marylhurst University in 2011, and spending several years in the renewable energy and green building industries, Rick decided to marry his passion for fly fishing and sustainability by launching Emerger Strategies in 2016, and today Emerger Strategies works with companies of all sizes in a variety of industries. Rick is also the host of the award-winning podcast, The Sustainable Angler, and is also the founder of the Fly Fishing Climate Alliance.
Rick was named one of the “fifteen people, places, and ideas forging the South of tomorrow” by Garden & Gun Magazine, has been featured in the Patagonia film DROP, and named one of “Charleston’s 50 Most Influential People” by Charleston Business Magazine. Rick proudly serves on the board of The Sustainability Institute and enjoys spending time with his family on the water.
About Lowcountry Local First
Lowcountry Local First advances economic prosperity and local ownership through innovative and
inclusive initiatives that build our community’s wealth and wellbeing. To learn more, please visit:
www.lowcountrylocalfirst.org
