At Zooss, we believe that every individual, regardless of their function within an organisation, can influence our collective future by advocating for sustainability.
“For anyone concerned about the ecological and social challenges facing our global community, getting familiar with sustainability concepts can be incredibly empowering,” says Sophie Schlachter, Business & Sustainability Analyst at Zooss Consulting.
“By exploring the foundational science, key concepts and tools that inform our collective understanding of what sustainability means, we can start to visualise what a sustainable world looks like—what it feels like—and how we can move towards a more inclusive, equitable and regenerative future.”
Deepen your understanding of sustainability
Whether you’re just starting to learn or looking to deepen your understanding of sustainability, the upcoming holidays provide the perfect time for some insightful reading and viewing.
With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of essential sustainability resources—ranging from books and podcasts to articles and videos—to guide your sustainability journey, and perhaps even empower you to be the agent of change in your organisation in 2025!
17 essential sustainability resources
The status of sustainability: Where are we at?
- Planetary Health Check (TED talk, 20 mins).
This is mandatory viewing. Detailed, up-to-date, and dire – but with a hopeful ending! - A New Economy (EY report, 60 mins).
A well-rounded assessment of the polycrisis that defines this current moment in time, and a vision for the way out. - Outrage and Optimism: Business + Climate Listening Journey (Podcast, 60 mins).
The go-to resource for a balanced analysis of current sustainability topics, with exceptional hosts and guests.
Sustainability and economics: What does different look like?
- Economics in a Full World (Article, 20-30 mins)
A 101 on the root causes of “uneconomic” growth and proposals to reorientate us, from the father of ecological economics himself. - The Great Simplification Podcast – Episode 149 with John Fullerton (Podcast/video series, 90 mins)
A deep dive into Regenerative Economics – New economic paradigms, living systems, and holistic thinking. - Timothée Parrique: Slow down or perish – the economics of degrowth (Video, 60 mins)
Thought-leader on Degrowth (and Post-Growth), summarises core content of his upcoming book. - Doughnut Economics – Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist (2018), Kate Raworth (Book)
A very approachable investigation of where mainstream economics goes wrong, and how we can pivot to live within planetary boundaries and with a strong social foundation.
Operating sustainably: How do we get there?
- Net Positive: How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take (2021), Andrew Winston & Paul Polman (Book)
A highly acclaimed assessment of the role of business in creating a sustainable world, by ex-Unilever CEO. - GHG Protocol Corporate Standard Training (Webinar, 8 hours)
An introduction to the most commonly used protocol in Greenhouse Gas accounting, for businesses. - Carbon footprinting: Building ESG metrics into financial plans (Article series, 30 mins)
Zooss MD Steve Bows’ three-part series on carbon footprinting using Anaplan’s connected planning platform. - Life Cycle Assessment for Beginners (Video, 9 mins)
An introduction to a key sustainability analysis tool – Life Cycle Assessment. - My Regen Journey – Michael McElliot (Blog)
A deeply honest, authentic, and intriguing insight into one man’s dedication to the principles of regeneration, from the front lines of Australian communities striving to build a better future. - ESG Today (Newsletter)
A go-to resource for updates on the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape for integrated reporting.
Witness the sustainable future: Real-world examples of success
- Doughnut Economics Action Lab (Case studies)
Real-world examples of what companies look like in a Doughnut Economy. - The Earthshot Prize finalists (Video)
There is light at the end of this tunnel, and it radiates from these projects. Do yourself a favour, and watch the videos showcasing finalists of this year’s Earthshot Prize! - Australian renewable energy update, The Conversation (Article, 5 mins)
Renewable energy generation in Australia just gets higher! - Deforestation in the Amazon declining, Reuters (Article, 5 mins)
Proof that who you vote for matters.
Find out more about Sustainable Business Planning
Zooss is pioneering a new approach to business planning which we call Sustainable Business Planning (SBP). By joining the dots between financial, environmental and social planning, we empower coordinated action and enable more sustainable business.
How to get started with Sustainable Business Planning
Part 1 – Key concepts for planning teams: Learn how integrating sustainability strategies into traditional business planning enhances credibility, drives efficiency, and strengthens brand reputation.
Part 2 – Scoping SBP for your organisation: Three steps for anyone currently engaged in business planning who wants to understand sustainability-related impacts, or who is responsible for setting and achieving sustainability targets.
Sustainable Business Planning (SBP) has the power to deliver fantastic outcomes for businesses, and more importantly, for the people and planet around us.
To start planning sustainably, contact us.
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