Sustainability requires business action now

More industry leaders are taking steps to meet sustainability goals due to increasing pressure from customers, investors, and employees.

The business case for sustainability

Industry leaders confirm their companies are making changes to improve sustainability. Besides the environmental benefits, they say sustainability-focused efforts will ultimately drive revenue.

Laying the foundation for a sustainable future

Seeing green on the horizon

94% of industry leaders surveyed expect to make sustainability-focused changes in the coming years.

 

Building sustainability into the business

54% of respondents say sustainability initiatives are key parts of their business growth strategy for the next three years.

 

Knowing good for today is good for tomorrow

80% say improving sustainability practices is a good long-term business decision. 55% say it’s also good in the short term.

 

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The 2023 report

State of Design & Make has findings for those who design and create spaces, places, and experiences.

 


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The new resilience

Businesses are adapting to ongoing change and learning how to thrive with digital tools.

 

 


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The talent crunch

Employers are hiring people without critical skills and investing in training.

 


2023 State of Design & Make

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