Forbes – The Coolest Sustainability Goal For 2024 Is Doing Something That Makes An Impact

George Sakellaris is the founder, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer of Ameresco.

As our calendars shift from 2023 to 2024 and we face a new year full of possibilities and opportunities, the persistent threat of climate change remains a sobering reality that we carry with us year after year. Corporations find themselves at the forefront of implementing meaningful change that can help make significant strides toward creating a healthier planet. The ever-increasing urgency of the climate crisis calls to question whether organizations should reevaluate their current sustainability commitments, and perhaps recognize the need for more immediate, impactful action.

In a surprising move this past November, Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher announced to the world that the company would be scaling back its sustainability goals, coming as a surprise to many. The consumer giant has long been a pioneer for environmental stewardship, setting the standard for other organizations and businesses to follow.

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