The Challenge
In today's fast-changing climate landscape, many organisations—particularly startups and small businesses—struggle to implement effective sustainability practices and meet supplier requirements. The complexity of sustainability issues and the lack of accessible, practical knowledge often create barriers to meaningful action.
Enter kandu
Founded by Mariyam Sayers, kandu is a pioneering platform that aims to demystify sustainability knowledge and empower organisations to take meaningful climate action. Through strategic partnerships with local government and innovation centres, kandu helps organisations make significant impacts in the Monash area and beyond.
Key Features:
Educational resources that break down complex environmental concepts
Practical tools for implementing sustainable practices
Customised learning experiences designed for various industries and sectors
Collaboration with local institutions to support startups and small businesses
Founder's Journey
Mariyam Sayers, a learning designer and facilitator with over a decade of experience in environmental compliance and reporting, recognised the need for a more accessible approach to sustainability education. Her background in ISO standards and multi-stakeholder project management provided the foundation for creating kandu.
Mariyam's Expertise
Environmental Compliance Knowledge: Extensive experience in auditing, reporting and standards.
Creative Systems Thinking: Applying a design approach to learning.
Simplification of Complex Concepts: Making sustainability accessible to all.
Learning by Doing: Focusing on practical application.
Local Impact and Partnerships
kandu has established strong collaborations with the City of Monash and Eastern Innovation Business Centre, demonstrating a commitment to local business development and sustainability:
Sustainability Skills Lab: In partnership with Eastern Innovation and supported by the City of Monash, Mariyam co-facilitated the Sustainability Skills Lab, providing valuable resources to local businesses. Participating organisations have implemented sustainable practices, turning learning into action.
Monash Women's Business Network: Mariyam was the keynote speaker at the Monash Women's Business Network Lunch in September. She shared insights on integrating sustainable practices throughout organisations, inspiring local business leaders to take practical steps.
Support for Startups and Small Businesses: Through these collaborative efforts, kandu works with startups and small businesses in the Monash area to innovate and grow while incorporating sustainable practices. By engaging with kandu's programs, these organisations actively implement new sustainability initiatives.
The kandu Approach
kandu's methodology centres on:
Simplifying Complexity: Breaking down sustainability concepts into digestible, actionable information.
Practical Application: Emphasising "learning by doing" to help organisations apply their newfound knowledge.
Customisation: Tailoring resources and tools to meet the specific needs of different industries and sectors.
Ongoing Support: Providing guidance as organisations implement sustainability initiatives, helping them overcome challenges effectively.
Local Collaboration: Partnering closely with local government and innovation centres to reach and support more businesses.
Looking Ahead
As climate change remains a pressing global issue, kandu aims to expand its reach and impact through further collaborations. Mariyam and her team continually update their resources and tools to address emerging environmental challenges and assist more organisations in contributing to a sustainable future. By building new partnerships and strengthening existing ones, kandu seeks to extend its collaborative approach to sustainability education and action.
By breaking down barriers to sustainability knowledge and providing practical, accessible solutions, kandu helps organisations accelerate climate action across the business world.
Ongoing partnerships with the City of Monash and Eastern Innovation Business Centre enable local startups and small businesses to benefit from kandu's expertise, fostering a more sustainable and innovative business ecosystem in the region.
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