In this brand-new episode of The Sustainable Angler, we kick off a special 4-part series called The Rise of Sustainability Regulations, where we explore the critical laws shaping the future of fishing and outdoor brands. This week, we dive into PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, with James Pollack, an environmental and regulatory lawyer at…
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How Outsourcing Our Sustainability Consulting Services Saves You Money
Let’s face it: sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have” — it’s a business imperative. Your employees want to work for companies that align with their values; your customers are demanding more sustainable products and packaging; and regulators are increasingly requiring more transparency related to GHG emissions, packaging, and PFAS. Whether you’re navigating new retailer requirements,…
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,…
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…
What’s New with the REI Product Impact Standards (version 3.2) in 2025?
And How Emerger Strategies Can Help Your Brand Exceed REI’s Sustainability Expectations If you are one of REI’s suppliers, or if you are a brand that has hopes of one day seeing your product on REI shelves, you should be familiar with REI’s Product Impact Standards. REI updated their standards at the end of 2023…
The Business Case for Sustainability: Why Companies Can’t Afford to Wait
Sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have” for businesses—it’s a business imperative. As the global economy grapples with climate change, resource scarcity, regulatory compliance, and shifting consumer expectations, companies that embrace sustainability are thriving, while those that don’t risk being left behind, but don’t take my word for it. I recently came across an article written…
