Diversity and circular economy in business

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[...] So adopting this new mode of existence must no longer be a question put off until tomorrow, until later, but rather a project of today's time, driven by the need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and to rationalize our consumption. As far as I am concerned, the circular economy is not just one important concept, it is a fragment of a whole. This is all about this community of destiny that Edgar Morin talks about in several of his works. It is an idea or a reality to which we must give due consideration. [...]

[...] In order for more companies to adopt the circular economy, we need to raise awareness among them and their leaders, who are often unaware of the economic interests this represents for them. This approach must be the work of an organized political promotion, and conducted at the same time by the various international bodies that govern our world. ISO standards are a first example, because the companies that benefit from them have all seen their profits increased, at the same time as they adopted the imposed environmental and social standards. [...]

[...] In order for more companies to embrace diversity within their organisations, it is important to promote inclusive policies and practices. Provide training to help employees understand the importance of diversity and inclusion and educate business leaders on the benefits of diversity. Companies can also work with community organisations to recruit diverse talent and create mentoring and development programmes for minority employees. Finally, companies can use their influence to promote equal opportunity and diversity in society at large by advocating for favourable government policies and supporting important social and environmental causes. [...]

[...] Diversity and circular economy in business The circular economy: This concept of the circular economy is a plural approach based on the economy, which aims to minimise the production of waste and the losses resulting from the use of our resources. It is therefore in essence opposed to the so-called linear and traditional economy, according to which we extract products from the earth, process them, use them, and finally throw them away. This theory was born of an awareness, our resources are limited, and the imperative of sustainability is imposed on us. [...]

[...] There is much support for the importance of greater diversity within the company, as it can help to create a more inclusive corporate culture, improve understanding of the needs of customers from different backgrounds, broaden the talent base available to companies and promote corporate social responsibility. Embracing diversity in business is important for several reasons. Firstly, it can help companies to become more innovative and creative by offering a greater variety of perspectives and ideas. In addition, diversity can help companies reach new markets and better understand customer needs. Finally, diversity can help promote inclusion and equal opportunities, which can benefit society as a whole. [...]