Sustainability isn’t for later. 10 ways any business can build a more credible sustainability story

  This blog post originally appeared on CFIB’s My StartUp blog.   Sustainability isn’t a priority right now. We need a full sustainability strategy before we can start. I need to calculate what the ROI would be first. All of these are common objections to taking the first steps on any organization’s…
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Why your company needs an energy strategy that creates new value

In a recent edition of Harvard Business Review, authors Andrew Winston, George Favaloro and Tim Healy make the case for a proactive role for the C-suite on energy (see: Energy Strategy for the C-Suite, Harvard Business Review, Jan.-Feb. 2017).
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Bullfrog Power’s green energy and the new carbon pricing programs in Ontario and Alberta: your questions answered

Will my Bullfrog purchase exempt me from paying the carbon tax or carbon levy in my province? Here at Bullfrog Power, the team is pleased to see increasing provincial, federal and international action on climate to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. We’re supportive of a variety of both market-based and policy-based mechanisms to…
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Speaking the language of risk: climate change and the future of business

In an increasingly carbon-constrained economy, it is clear that an organization’s environmental, social and financial performance is dependent on climate action. The development of a thorough and goal-oriented sustainability program, one that integrates climate change impacts into risk management and takes into account the key role of private and public stakeholders, is critical to successful planning.
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Are experiences greener than traditional gifts? 72% of Canadians say yes.

At Bullfrog Power, we wanted to know if this trend was real and if Canadians think of experiences as a greener alternative to possessions. To find out, we worked with Environics Research to conduct the 2016 Bullfrog Power Holiday Survey, asking 1,611 adults across Canada what they think about receiving experiences instead of traditional gifts this holiday season.
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Greener Horizons: What is the social responsibility of business? How leading businesses in Canada are acting on an evolving social mandate.

There has been a profound shift in the social role of business. Savvy consumers are researching the companies they purchase from, leading to demands for greater transparency. Some businesses have in turn adopted an approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) that focuses on mitigating brand risks by avoiding socially questionable business practices—but are they missing a…
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Speaking the language of risk: climate change and the future of business

Impacting almost every industry, climate risk now includes an organization’s direct environmental impact, reputation and brand risks, financial risks—and even the risk of being unprepared for the realities of the emerging carbon-constrained economy. The good news is that more businesses than ever are taking action on climate change by doing a thorough inventory of their…
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Greener Horizons: The Top CSR goals of Vancouver Business Leaders in 2016

Eager to gather insight into the top CSR trends for 2016 and beyond, Vancouver’s business leaders gathered bright and early at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver to discuss the top CSR goals in their respective industries. Bullfrog Power brought together a panel of experts to Vancouver’s Hyatt Regency, including Drummond Lawson, Director Advanced Materials Development and…
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Greener Horizons Ottawa: Sustainable business, good citizen

Background Businesses​ leaders across Canada recognize that it’s no longer enough to provide an excellent product—​they must also be seen to be contributing to meaningful social change. ​As such, ​organizations are rethinking their brands through the lens of social ​and environmental ​action​, and engaging their customers in a new values-founded conversation​. Bullfrog Power, Canada’s leading…
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Greener Horizons: Reshaping Edmonton for a Sustainable Future

Exciting changes are happening in Edmonton, including the launch of a new Community Energy Transition Strategy. The strategy, coupled with new sustainable development projects and innovative business collaborations, is helping to create a more liveable city and a thriving business community. Bullfrog Power brought together a panel of experts to Edmonton’s Matrix Hotel, including Jim…
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