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Artigo

28 Jun 2016

Author:
Aron Cramer, BSR

Commentary: Post-Brexit, BSR says companies must aspire for open societies necessary for sustainable business

"Brexit, 2016 Politics, and Lessons for Sustainable Business Leadership," 24 Jun 2016

The people of Britain have narrowly but loudly spoken to halt integration…Elsewhere in Europe…anxiety about migration is rising, and economic opportunity is weak…At its heart, sustainability is about…integrating social and environmental considerations into business, and integrating disparate populations into a global economy that works for everyone. Both of these aspirations require open societies. There are numerous lessons for sustainable business leaders amidst these troubling signs of disintegration…

We must focus more on inclusive economic growth

Inclusive growth is also a climate change question

Big institutions have to stand for basic fairness — in clear terms

The business voice counts — and needs a reboot…Business has a massive interest in open societies, without which open markets cannot thrive...

For leaders focused on sustainable business, it is essential that these core goals be articulated more loudly than ever. But it is equally clear that we need to address the alienation many people feel…and make clear that a fair economy that works for all is the end goal…

Part of the following timelines

Brexit: Potential impacts on climate change & environment

Brexit: Potential impacts on other corporate responsibility/business & human rights issues