Posted on Apr 25, 2024 | News,Press Releases
Free Business Sustainability Workshops in Baton Rouge, Monroe, and Lake Charles
BATON ROUGE, La. – Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) has partnered with New Orleans-based LifeCity to conduct three free workshops on May 8, June 6, and June 13, to help businesses and organizations take meaningful actions to be more environmentally responsible. Workshop attendees will learn how small changes in the way they do business can lessen their environmental impact and increase their sustainability efforts.
“Litter hurts economic development in Louisiana, and it hurts our quality of life,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser. “We have made progress, but we still have a long journey ahead of us. It’s going to take all Louisianans, including our businesses, working together to solve this problem. We need to change the culture and habits in this state so we can let our light shine for all to see the beauty we have to offer. I challenge all Louisianans to make changes in their daily lives to stop litter. Only when we change our mindsets and behaviors will there be a cleaner Louisiana.”
The dates, times, and locations for each workshop are:
May 8, 2024
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Baton Rouge Area Chamber
564 Laurel St.
Baton Rouge, LA
June 6, 2024
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Tower Plaza
1500 North 19th St.
Monroe, LA
June 13, 2024
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
SWLA Economic Development Alliance
SEED Center on McNeese Campus
4310 Ryan St.
Lake Charles, LA
Liz Shephard, CEO and Founder of LifeCity, will lead each of the workshops. She is a trained facilitator and LEED Green associate.
“Whether you are a company just starting its green journey and wanting to learn how to shift to become more environmentally responsible, or you are a seasoned sustainability leader who is interested in taking your company’s impact to the next level, this workshop is for you,” said Liz Shephard.
Each workshop will cover the following topics:
– How to Save Money and Go Green – Learn how operating a more sustainable company can help you grow your business and reduce costs through best practices and tax incentives.
– Best Practices for Recycling, Litter Abatement, and Energy Reduction – Learn the principles and best practices to take action today to reduce energy, waste, and litter at your workplace.
– Assess Your Business for Opportunity – Identify opportunities to apply the discussed sustainability practices at your business.
– Tell Your Story: How to engage your team and community – Create a culture of cleanliness and share your efforts through communications.
– Create Your Sustainability Roadmap – Develop the top three opportunities for your business into an actionable sustainability and resilience plan.
“We all know that litter is bad for business,” said KLB Executive Director Susan Russell. “KLB wants to empower Louisiana businesses to adopt best practices for litter prevention and waste reduction. If we all commit to going green and being more sustainable, we will see a cleaner, greener Louisiana.”
Seating is limited and online registration is required. Lunch will be provided.
Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB), a 501(c)(3) non-profit supported by the state of Louisiana and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, is focused on promoting best practices for litter prevention and reduction, beautification, recycling, waste reduction, and sustainability. The backbone of KLB is the organization’s network of 37 Community Affiliates and 10 University Affiliates – all committed to working toward a cleaner, greener Louisiana. KLB supports communities across the state with its programs, educational opportunities, and community improvement grants. KLB is affiliated with Keep America Beautiful. Learn more at KeepLouisianaBeautiful.org.
About Liz Shephard, CEO and Founder of LifeCity
Liz Shephard has more than a decade of experience in coaching and training companies working towards greater equity and sustainability, including small and large corporations like the J.M. Smucker Company and Ochsner Health. Grounded in a place-based approach, Liz understands the challenges facing Louisiana and our opportunity to lead our state toward a brighter, healthier future. Trained as both a facilitator and LEED Green associate, Liz and her company help businesses maximize both social and environmental impact while growing profits.
