In today’s competitive fishing & outdoor industry, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. For brands looking to get on the shelves of big-box retailers like Walmart, Target, or REI, showcasing sustainability performance is no longer optional—it’s a core part of the sales strategy. But how can outdoor brands use sustainability as a sales…
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Advocating for the ROI of Nature: My Trip to D.C. with Ocean Conservancy
This week, I had the honor of heading to Washington, D.C. to advocate for something I care deeply about—supporting full funding for NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration), protecting our public lands and waters, and championing renewable energy tax credits that help accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy. Thanks to the incredible team…

Simplifying Zero Waste: How Emerger Strategies Helps Your Business Reduce Waste and Boost Profits
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…

Unlocking Sustainability Success: Emerger Strategies’ Comprehensive Greenhouse Gas Management Services
In today’s business landscape, sustainability is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Companies are under increasing pressure from customers, investors, retailers and regulators to take responsibility for their environmental impact. But navigating the complex world of greenhouse gas (GHG) management can be overwhelming. That’s where Emerger Strategies comes in. Environmental Reasons to Measure and Reduce…

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…

New Free Resource: Sustainability Checklist for Fishing & Outdoor Brands
Is your brand ready to simplify sustainability? At Emerger Strategies, we’re excited to announce the launch of our latest free resource: the Sustainability Checklist for Fishing & Outdoor Brands. Designed specifically for small to mid-sized companies in the fishing and outdoor industries, this downloadable checklist helps you assess your sustainability performance, meet retailer expectations, and…