A sustainability action plan is a clear and simple guide that shows the actions your company is engaged in to protect the environment, support communities, and operate responsibly. It includes goals, steps to reach them, and ways to track progress over time. It makes sure that everyone, from employees to board members, understands your company’s sustainability goals and efforts.
The sustainability action plan can be just for internal use, or it can be shared with other stakeholders, such as investors and customers, who want to know the sustainability initiatives your company is engaged in. It should also be part of the onboarding package for all new employees and board members.
Documenting your sustainability initiatives ahead of time will make sustainability reporting much easier. With a solid plan, your company can check back later to see how much progress it has made.