(68b) Sustainable Development Pays: Financial Success Is Rooted in the Ability to Identify and Respond to Key Social and Environmental Issues

Sustainable innovation can drive the success of a business.  Sustainable development affords a social license to operate and helps to drive innovation and growth. As a business, profitability creates prosperity for our shareholders and employees while contributing to economic development in our communities.

Enhancing the sustainable attributes of our products by utilizing sustainable materials, such as “green” resins or recycled content, and ensure proper marketing of the products in a way that is in compliance with relevant regulations and codes.  The stronger the bottom line, the more positive direct economic impact. From innovative waste elimination to energy efficiency to wellness initiatives and more, we find that sustainable development pays.