5. Problem solving
There is a widespread expectation among ‘Generation PI’ that firms should play an active role in solving environmental and social problems – ideally in their core business, whereas greenwashing will be perceived much more negatively in the future.
6. Triple bottom line
For the ‘Generation PI’, the elements of the triple bottom line, i.e. economic, environmental and social goals, are perceived as having much more equal weight than for many firms’ current executives, who often focus on the economic dimension.
7. Employer branding
The views of ‘Generation PI’ will have a massive impact on HR management. In particular, firms need to consider the impact on employer branding as soon as possible.
Positive sustainability is crucial, whereas communicating a few selected initiatives to reduce negative environmental effects is far from sufficient.
Many firms are not yet aware of the impact of the changes that will result from these perspectives. If executives start to interact with the ‘Generation PI’, they will quickly notice their focus on positive sustainability. The new opportunities that arise can be systematically addressed with suitable managerial tools, such as the
SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION MAP and the
GREEN GRASS STRATEGY.