Analysis of the importance of sustainability training for the workforce

Why Ongoing Sustainability Training Is Non-Negotiable for Your Workforce

The pace of change in sustainability is unprecedented. New regulations, technologies, and stakeholder expectations emerge almost daily. To stay ahead, companies need more than just a strategy—they need a workforce equipped to execute it.

Why ongoing training matters:

 Regulatory landscape:

Over 2,000 policy measures supporting sustainability were implemented globally between 2010 and 2022, with many requiring businesses to adapt swiftly (OECD, 2022).

Financial gains:

 Companies that embed sustainability training see a 30% higher return on sustainability investments due to increased employee efficiency and innovation (BCG, 2021).

 Skill gap crisis: 

87% of executives admit their employees lack the skills needed for their ESG commitments (WEF, 2023).

When Unilever rolled out its Sustainable Living Plan, it trained over 150,000 employees globally on sustainability principles, contributing to a 70% reduction in its operational carbon emissions (Unilever, 2022).

 Sustainability strategies fail without empowered employees. Ongoing training is the bridge between lofty goals and measurable outcomes.

Is your workforce ready to lead your sustainability vision?