The real test is the actions leaders take and the performance they deliver. One-off actions and isolated sustainability initatives are no longer seen as a leadership position. These chapters reflect on the way today's sustainability leaders are driving change.
Jeff Immelt is Chairman and Chief Executive of GE. In October 2010 he delivered The Prince of Wales's Business and Sustainability Programme (BSP) London Lecture, from which this chapter is adapted. Here, he highlights the need for all sectors in society to act, whilst confirming the critical role of business in a period of economic crisis and distrust in governmental institutions. Immelt also articulates the need for a new form of leader – an individual who is more connected and more adaptable – echoing Polly Courtice’s comments.
Download 'Competitiveness in the 21st Century' by Jeff Immelt.
Download the full BSP 2010 London Lecture.
Peter Willis is the Director of CPSL South Africa and runs seminars and other leadership programmes from the Cape Town office. His chapter takes an alternative perspective on sustainability innovation, discussing the global leadership of the financial services sector in South Africa.
Peter's remarks on “two little-heralded events in the traditionally dull arenas of corporate governance and accounting regulation” highlight some key trends that will shape practice in these areas worldwide.
Download 'South Africa Surprises' by Peter Willis.
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