"A Sustainable Business Network for the DFW Metroplex":
Report after the first 12 months
It has been 12 months now since Sustainable Dallas announced its transition to a
member-based sustainable business network.
During 2007 we have expanded our board, employed an Executive Director and
a Marketing Consultant, held 5 events, and brought in our first 18 members.
North Texas businesses have responded with interest. Over 100 people attended
our September 2007 event on "Opportunities in Emerging Carbon Markets"
held at the Nasher Sculpture Center.
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Plans for doing even more in 2008
Our members will gain even greater benefit from opportunities we have planned in 2008.
We are planning several Events for 2008. Our major event will be in April 2008 on the topic
of "Green Finance: Why Green Lending and Socially Responsible Investment are so Hot".
At the end of 2008 we plan to hold an DFW Business Sustainability Awards event.
In 2008 our members will have sponsorship opportunities at these events.
We will engage with members to explore Project opportunities that benefit North Texas
economic development and that spotlight the sustainabile business strengths of participants.
We also plan to begin offering our Business Sustainability Planning consulting service.
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Download a Membership Application to see the scale of Annual Membership Fees
for each Membership Type. Read about the Benefits of Membership |
Definitions |
Sustainability is meeting today’s global economic, environmental and social
needs without compromising the opportunities of future generations to do the same. |
Business Sustainability is the opportunity for business to improve profitability,
competitiveness, and market share by using practices that enhance the sustainability capacity of future generations. |
Why Business Sustainability makes sense (the business case) |
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Being a responsible employer ensures you attract and retain a committed workforce
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Builds positive community, supplier and regulatory relationships
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Using resources efficiently has a positive effect on the financial bottom line
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Increases competitiveness through innovation
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Reduces environmental impact and associated costs
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