The Natural Step
- Level
- Level 1
- Overview
The Natural Step is a universally agreed summary of what makes a sustainable enterprise or society. It identifies four essential system conditions, and this resource explains what they mean in real terms. The aim is to help individuals and organisations assess sustainability against critical criteria and make appropriate decisions.
Green Street consultancy partners can train facilitators and managers via Natural Step workshops, and provide material for facilitators to train others.
- Purpose
Help people in households, organisations, and other enterprises define their future position and make appropriate decisions. Create opportunities for short and long-term sustainability. For example, The Natural Step conditions can inform procurement decisions, leading to more responsible purchasing and a sustainable procurement policy and processes.
- Who it’s for
Business or community managers and staff, management or environmental consultants, educators/students, and anyone who considers themself a climate-conscious consumer.
- What you’ll need
A desire to think strategically and make clear, informed decisions.
- What’s included
- Presentation with a brief overview of The Natural Step's 4 system conditions and what they mean in real terms
- A link to information about the Natural Step
- Access to Natural Step workshops available from sustainability consultancy partners (at consulting rates)