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"The sustainability planning process pulled together the aspects of doing the right thing, saving money, and marketing opportunities.  We expect to save money by decreasing water use by 50% and energy use by 15% in the next year.  We also discovered that our recycled antifreeze generates only 20% of the greenhouse gases generated by virgin antifreeze, which creates a marketing opportunity to companies where being green is important.  We found that Zbig was no nonsense, organized, and understood how to take us through the planning process, which is what you hope a consultant will bring to the table."

Gary Gunderson
President
Recycle Technologies

ARE YOU AFRAID OF BEING LEFT BEHIND BY THE TRENDS TOWARDS GREEN/SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS?

Sustainable business practices are no longer optional for medium sized businesses; they have become imperative for thriving in a reviving economy. Key business drivers include:

• Large enterprises such as Walmart are driving sustainability initiatives into their supply chain, with weak performers potentially losing out to stronger suppliers. Download information:
  • Walmart Sustainability Index Fact Sheet (107 KB pdf) and Walmart Sustainability Product Index (94 KB pdf.)
• A study by the Manufacturing Performance Institute released in June, 2009 identifies Green/Sustainable as one of six key strategies for U.S. manufacturers. Download report here. (5 MB pdf)
• Carbon pricing regulations such as federal cap and trade legislation are expected to increase the costs of energy.
• As the economic recession abates, the prices of raw materials and energy are expected to rise again and impact the bottom line.

Many businesses would like to implement more green/sustainable business practices, but feel that the weak economy requires a focus on financial issues.  There does not have to be conflict between financial, social, and environmental considerations.

Skiba Consulting helps medium sized enterprises to develop and implement a sustainable business plan that reflects their core values and capabilities, improves financial performance and strengthens their competitive position. We utilize a planning approach that is targeted at the needs of firms that have limited resources of time and money, and that want to act quickly and effectively.

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Skiba Consulting, Ltd., 314 Hawthorn Avenue, Unit C, Glencoe, IL 60022 info@skibaconsulting.com, (847)242-9156