Sustainability Northwest, a division on Columbia Business Resources, LLC., is a recognized leader in the field of sustainability planning. The trends that we observe with our clients continue to indicate that businesses and government are adopting sustainable principles as part of their normal business activities. The importance of developing internal sustainability plans and systems is underscored by the fact that many companies have begun requiring their suppliers to have a comprehensive sustainability plan in place, or risk losing the opportunity to develop a business relationship. The reality is that sustainability planning is no longer optional and should be integrated into the overall strategy of forward-thinking organizations. Comprehensive and properly managed sustainability programs have been proven to reduce certain overhead and administrative costs, while increasing marketing opportunities and promoting the company as a steward of the environment.

Sustainability Northwest offers a wide range of sustainability planning services, including:
• Full-scale sustainability plan development and implementation;
• Integration of a sustainability component into corporate or government strategic plans;
• Executive and management education relative to the benefits sustainable practices;
• Program management training and infrastructure development;
• Sustainability assessments and success measurement services for new or existing programs;
• Investment value and cost tracking, including return-on-investment (ROI) measurement;
• Sustainable system management and oversight;
• Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Climate Risk assessments;
• Environmental assessments and reporting services;
• Supply chain and sustainable partner development.

Sustainability Northwest is a member of the International Society of Sustainability Professionals and certified through the University of Oregon Sustainability Leadership Program.

For additional information and services, contact info@columbiabusinessresources.com or visit the Columbia Business Resources website.