Related to the visceral impact of the fires in Australia, climate change links to these, as well as intense media coverage of worldwide activists, the many issues around the environment will become part of the strategic planning and execution for all businesses.  From a government perspective, it will start to move into the mainstream and not have the pariah and partisan status of the past.

For small businesses, it means considering the climate and environment trends for investment, innovation, customer service and operational excellence.  It also means considering real actions that are also integrated with company vision and values.  One example of the trend in this area is the fresh and exciting online market place, Stride Collective , which is focused on a range of products produced in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner.