Sustainability Working Group
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The OIA Sustainability Working Group (formerly called the Eco Working Group) was formed by Outdoor Industry Association in 2007 to explore issues of environmental sustainability as related to the outdoor industry, choosing the development of the Eco Index as its first major initiative.
OIA SWG Vision
“We believe in a world where we live, recreate and do business in harmony with our land, air, water and communities. We are committed to finding solutions that will lead to positive and measurable societal change, significantly improve our environmental footprint and protect our valuable earth for future generations.”
OIA SWG Mission
“The OIA Sustainability Working Group will take a leadership role to develop environmental and social impact evaluation tools, programs, education and communication to stakeholders and consumers that will direct product life cycle and informed purchasing decisions.”
The SWG has an open membership, encouraging participation from all companies throughout the outdoor industry supply chain; today, the group consists of over 200 individuals from over 100 outdoor businesses.
To become an SWG voting member, a company must pay a nominal annual participation fee. Voting members attend SWG meetings and functions at a reduced cost or free, receive special recognition on websites and industry communications and, most importantly, shape the outcome and direction of the SWG.
Click here for more information on the OIA Sustainability Working Group and how to become a member.
OIA SUSTAINABILITY WORKING GROUP (SWG)