The pressure on the private sector to act on climate change is immense – and many organizations are rising to the challenge. Yet, many companies are struggling to get their climate programs off the ground. To be successful, companies need to integrate climate considerations into the very DNA of their organizations.
This book provides the definitive blueprint for this urgent transformation. It is an actionable, step-by-step guide for business practitioners on how to develop and implement a comprehensive climate-readiness strategy. Readers will discover how to assess and manage the multifaceted risks of climate change for their companies, ranging from physical asset vulnerability to supply chain disruptions and regulatory shifts. Furthermore, the book elucidates how to spot and capitalize on new business opportunities linked to tackling – or adapting to – climate change, fostering innovation in products, services, and operational models. It provides methodologies for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders, from investors to communities, and offers insights into navigating upcoming regulations to ensure compliance and gain a competitive edge. Readers will also learn how to cultivate company-wide support for climate initiatives, fostering a culture of sustainability that permeates all levels of the organization. Ultimately, by mastering these strategies, businesses can not only mitigate immediate climate challenges but also leverage these experiences to become a truly climate-ready business, preparing for future uncertainties faster and more effectively than competitors, thereby securing long-term resilience and growth.
This book will be of value to executives, board members, and employees at companies of all sizes, corporate sustainability officers, and all business professionals, policymakers, political activists, entrepreneurs, and intellectuals who believe in the power of business to help society respond to climate change.
