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Today I\u2019m joined by one of Canada\u2019s top sustainability professionals. In her role as Head of Sustainable Impact at HP Canada, Frances Edmonds is responsible for driving business from sustainability leadership and, focusing on Canada\u2019s sustainable procurement practices, she\u2019s working to change how Canada buys.

Frances has founded sustainability and environmental education programs, given TedX talks and sits on sustainability boards \u2013 this award-winning woman is truly using her platform to change the world.

Today we\u2019ll be talking about her long-standing career, her passion for sustainability, why it\u2019s so important \u2013 and the changes we can all start making in our businesses right now.

[08.11] Frances\u2019s background, and her journey to sustainability.

[09.42] Frances\u2019s role at HP, and her responsibilities both internally and externally.

\u201cWe realised that not many businesses are going to try and become a leader in sustainability because there\u2019s no recognition for that in the marketplace \u2013 we\u2019re in a capitalist system.\u201d

[12.21] From external recognition to thinking big, the key sustainability strategies and goals at HP.

\u201cIn Canada, we have less than 20 companies who have set a science based target for carbon reduction, in the decade of climate action.\u201d

[14.06] Practical ways businesses can begin their own sustainability journeys.

\u201cThe fastest way to green your business is to buy from one that\u2019s already green.\u201d

[16.27] HP\u2019s commitment to a circular economy and a services vs goods approach; how these strategies help extend the shelf life of technology; and how consumers are responding.

[24.00] The environmental impact of supply chain, and the importance of carbon literacy.

\u201cSustainability is the golden thread that ties all of the pieces together.\u201d

[29.07] Frances\u2019s WWF programs and the positive impact of volunteering and setting personal sustainability goals.

[36.48] How Frances has seen the industry\u2019s approach to sustainability change.

[39.14] Some key tools and resources.

[40.23] Future sustainability trends to watch out for.

\u201cTransparency is a key component of sustainability leadership.\u201d

Explore HP\u2019s sustainable impact on their website or head over to LinkedIn to connect with Frances and find out more.

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