Sustainability Spotlight

Monthly business sustainability articles, contributed by NHBSR members and featured in the New Hampshire Business Review.

2025

Nov 13
Sustainable investing: More than a fad, ESG totaled $6.5 trillion in 2024, representing 12% of the U.S. market

by Karen Shapiro

Oct 2
The critical need to address mental health in our workplace and community

NH is confronting a medical crisis, but there are ways to effect positive change

Sept 10
Public education for business

NH ranks last in the nation for funding public higher education per capita

Aug 7
The times are changing — businesses must take action

By advocating for the needs of others, businesses can help create stronger and more connected communities

Jul 2
Toward sustainable aviation: Thinking globally, acting locally at Albany International

by Anna Yates

Jun 9
Sharing our Stories for Impact

NH Businesses for Social Responsibility initiative promotes members doing good

May 9
NEMO Equipment takes full responsibility for its products

by Sam Rokos

Mar 13
The growing climate divide: While global players are making progress, the U.S. is retreating from regulation

by Zeina Eyceoz

Feb 17
Optimism, problem-solving in the Granite State: Positive storytelling feels good and is practical

by Andy DeMeo

Jan 17
Investing in our future

It’s crucial for businesses to engage in the legislative process

2024

December 9
A call to action

Climate change demands business leadership by Coleen Spear

November 4
Investing in NH’s future

The crucial role of public education by Reaching Higher NH and NH School Funding Fairness Project

September 6
The ripple effect: Inspiring sustainability in the Upper Valley

Companies take measures to reduce their impact on the environment by Rebecca Bailey

August 12
Charting sustainability progress

Insights from NHBSR’s Measure What Matters 101 Survey

July 12
Doing good on purpose

Building strong strategic impact: frameworks, relationships and measurement

June 7
Creating a win-win scenario

Machine learning can reduce your HVAC costs and lower your carbon footprint

May 28
OpEd: Let’s Keep Discrimination Out of NH

This opinion piece is submitted by New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR) and the 190+ employers listed at nhbsr.org/lgbtq.

April 30
Hypertherm is pioneering a sustainable future

by Robin Tindall

April 2
N.H. Families, Business & Community Leaders Hold Press Conference Opposing Assault on LGBTQ+ Health, Rights

Granite State families, health care providers, and community and business leaders gathered ahead of this week’s legislative session

Mar 8
Building bridges: Strengthening communities through LGBTQ+ inclusion and unity

by Heidi Carrington Heath

Feb 12
Every customer is different: Leading with compassion and understanding

by Carlos Maldonaldo

Jan 26
An integral consideration: Accessibility should be an essential step, not an afterthought

by Jules Good

2023

Dec 1
Early engagement pays dividends

Why businesses should get involved in career-based experiences for school-aged children

Nov 17
Shining a light on NHBSR: DEI progress takes more than a statement

by Flo Nicolas

Oct 6
(Opinion) Workplace mental health: What do employees want?

by Debra LeClair