Manufacturing Magazine January 2015 | Page 10

leadership
Manufacturing for a millennial generation
Millennials might not call themselves environmentalists , but they are certainly more concerned with the environment than previous generations . According to a recent report by Walden University , 81 percent of adults worldwide say that when purchasing goods or services , they prioritize firms who demonstrate environmental responsibility . At this point , manufacturers need to start taking the hint .
More than just a cultural connection , manufacturers who restructure their processes and properties with sustainability in mind also stand to achieve significant savings . Many of these eco-minded changes involve operational shifts to reduce an organization ’ s environmental footprint , but others
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