When we talk about sustainable development, everyone agrees that it’s an important consideration. But when you run a company, you juggle so many priorities that reducing GHGs rarely comes first. Yet, more and more businesses are discovering that they can reduce their carbon footprint and, at the same time, improve their business performance.
That’s exactly what Inno-centre offers. This strategic player provides 200 hours of free support to help companies reduce their GHGs without sacrificing performance. Their approach? Concrete. Measurable. And profitable.
Through a partnership with MAPAQ, Inno-centre launched this support program in 2023 for food processing companies with revenues over $1 million.
Demand is high, as major supply chains like Métro, Walmart, and Costco are asking the companies they do business with about their carbon reduction plans. To remain competitive, you have to know how to respond.
“We’re not Greenpeace,” assures George Sabbagh, Vice President of Inno-centre. The team, which includes 125 advisors, is made up of former entrepreneurs and senior executives, all able to speak the language of business. They offer integrated solutions for companies’ daily operations, from operations to logistics and procurement.
They start by offering a carbon assessment. Their advanced internal tool allows for precise measurement of emissions based on each organization’s specific activities. Better yet, the advisors travel to understand the reality on the ground. “That’s where it gets really interesting,” explains Mr. Sabbagh. “It’s not a general action plan. It’s highly personalized, depending on the objectives the company wants to implement.” »
(For those curious, a simplified calculator is available online on the Inno-centre website to give a first glimpse of its situation.)
Inno-centre’s promise is not to transform a company overnight, but to help it plan a gradual transition over 5 or even 10 years. Every small action counts, and it’s the cumulative effect that makes the difference.
Many companies still perceive environmental performance as a separate issue from operations. Yet, the two go hand in hand. Reducing waste, saving energy, and doing more with less are all actions that reduce costs and reduce the carbon footprint.
“By helping your company, you’re also helping the environment,” summarizes George Sabbagh.