Andy Whyle: A small business guide to going green

Published: Feb. 26, 2021, 7:40 p.m.

On this episode of Saturday Strategy, host Johnny Themans welcomes Andy Whyle, a Sustainability and Circular Economy Practitioner who\u2019s an expert in advanced manufacturing. We\u2019re all aware of the global environmental sustainability movement, but where should we start when incorporating sustainability into our business practices?

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Andy is here to talk about how to run a greener business and why it\u2019s a smart business decision that aligns with the goals of increasing sales and improving long-term efficiency and sustainability.

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\u201cSustainability is a journey that you shouldn\u2019t take on your own\u2026 it\u2019s about understanding that your small part can contribute to a greater sum.\u201d  - Andy Whyle

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Andy highlights how three local businesses are putting sustainability standards into practice by addressing pollution and improving water quality. He then explains how people, planet, and profit are the 3 P\u2019s of sustainability and gives insight into the incentives for business owners who are actively working to become more environmentally friendly.

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\u201cThe customer is only going to buy from you if you give them what they want in a responsible manner.\u201d    - Andy Whyle

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He speaks on sustainability in the supply chain, specifically for SME\u2019s, and the simple, yet powerful steps you can take to become a more sustainable business. Wondering how you and your business can become more eco-friendly? Tune in to learn how from an expert!

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Tune in next week for another episode of Saturday Strategy!

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About our Guest:

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Andy Whyle is a Sustainability Specialist who has over thirty years\u2019 experience of sustainable manufacturing. His specialisms cover sustainability leadership, circular economy, natural capital development, networking and collaboration.

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As an IEMA Fellow, he Chairs the Circular Economy Network Steering and Corporate Sustainability Fellows Working Groups. Recognised as a Sustainability West Midlands Green Leader, he is a proven leading practitioner on a local, national and international basis. As a subject matter expert on the circular economy, he co-authored the Business Lens evidence chapter of the Government Office of Science - From Waste to Resource Productivity report, which was utilised to create the Resources and Waste Strategy. Andy has also utilised his experience for DEFRA advisory groups and the UK Resources Council, representing the manufacturing sectors\u2019 material users and producers to increase circularity in the UK.

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Connect with Andy on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andywhyle

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