Leadership for sustainable futures

Leadership for
sustainable
futures

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Executive summary
The leadership for sustainable development requires an inner procedure in which the
leader is grounded in self-understanding and relational outlook of the world to effectively
working with others to amend changes. The performance of any organization pursuing to
attain SDG depends on the leadership. Attaining SDGs necessitate efforts of the organization
along with the government, society and local community. This report includes the sustainable
development goals of George Weston Foods (GWF). The present scenarios of the
organization are undertaken along with the options for action.
In the end, it can be determined that GWF is effectively gratifying SDGs through the
initiatives deliberated for the quality, supply chain, people, community and environment.

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Contents
Executive summary..................................................................................................... 1
Introduction............................................................................................................... 3
Background............................................................................................................... 4
Literature review......................................................................................................... 4
Conclusion................................................................................................................ 7
Recommendations....................................................................................................... 7
References................................................................................................................ 8
Appendices............................................................................................................. 10

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Introduction
Several challenges are being faced in the environment due to climate change,
inequality, water security, and hunger. These problems can be determined at a universal level
by encouraging sustainable development. It is a obligation to social advancement,
environmental stability, and economic growth. The development is driven by one specific
need without even deliberating the wider or future impacts. The sustainable development
comprises a set of measures directing to balance economic progress and environmental
protection along with being aware of the requirement to address several inequalities. The
sustainable development goals as a part of sustainable development protect the planet and
guarantee the wellbeing of the people. Such communal goals entail the active involvement of
the individuals, business, administrations, and nations around the world. This report
comprises the key sustainable development goals of George Weston Foods (GWF). It is one
of Australia and New Zealand’s main food manufacturer. GWF is a completely owned
subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc. The company is committed to reducing the
environmental impact of the business along with offering high-quality products and services
in a sustainable manner. GWF makes it possible by dedicating to customer awareness and
commitment to constantly improving the environment and sustainable performance of the
concerning business activities. This organization has been selected due to its efforts
protecting the interest of the community. The environment is given great importance. The
company acts responsibly towards distributors and retailers in order to minimize the
environmental impact on the earth.
GWF believes in an effective way by striking a balance between economic, social and
environmental responsibilities by adopting sustainable development practices in the business
operations. The company requirements of the present generation without negotiating the
capability of future generations in order to meet needs. The company has gone for several
environmental principles into daily practices like complying with all the government rules
and regulations, performing an audit on a regular basis and executing environment
management systems. GWF believe sin minimizing waste through 3 Rs, reduce, reuse and
recycle. The company makes use of open and honest communication in order to identify
environmental concerns. The senior management of the company also reports regularly on
the environmental status and performance of the company. GWF is utilizing the best
technology which is economically attainable in business activities. The community