sustainability

March 5, 2021

Sustainability Academy: Ending the Myths about Paper

Sustainability initiatives often focus on reducing the use of paper but, in reality, paper is not one of the biggest contributors to carbon in the modern […]
February 26, 2021
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Paper and the Circular Economy

When influential investment firm BlackRock announced in January that sustainability would, from now on, be a part of its investment decisions, it sent shockwaves through business. […]
January 22, 2021

The carbon footprint of paper from sustainable forests

When we think about sustainable products and about making sustainable choices about the way we live, there are few products that are as beneficial and sustainable […]
January 12, 2021

The story of those who cultivate sustainable forests

Have you ever fancied switching to a more sustainable career? One in which you actively contribute to conserving the world’s natural resources? If so, you’ll inspired […]
February 25, 2020

Ditch the plastic for paper!

We know the problems of plastic in the oceans.  Now that China has refused to take the plastic waste generated in Europe and North America, there […]
February 17, 2020

Plant a Tree

Is tree planting really the solution to the carbon crisis?  Like so many issues in this debate, the answer is hotly contended.  Business Optimizer considers the […]
February 12, 2020

What can Greta Thunberg’s Trans-Atlantic Sail Teach Us about Business Travel?

The trans-Atlantic sailing trip of one Swedish teenager led the headlines in the summer of 2019.  Debate raged over zero-carbon status of the trip – but […]
February 6, 2020

How to make your office more sustainable: 22 steps for positive change

We are on the cusp of a breaking point.  The actions we take today could define the future of our planet and the future of mankind.  […]
January 30, 2020

Greta Thunberg, the face of a revolution

Greta Thunberg was named Time magazine’s person of the year for 2019.  This young climate activist has inspired people around the world to act together and […]
January 14, 2020

How the Paper Industry Is Working Together in Two Sides

When we work together, we can achieve extraordinary things.  The concept of industry working together to achieve a common purpose is exemplified in the work of […]