Sustainability for Business Growth

Learning Theme: The Business of Staying in Business

In this sequence, students take on the role of Sustainability Coaches, helping businesses benchmark their current sustainability performance and identify areas for improvement.

Resources Introduction

As part of the Learning Theme: The Business of Staying in Business, students will explore Sustainability as a core capability—an essential area that contributes to the long-term success and resilience of any business.

This lesson sequence positions students as Sustainability Coaches, giving them the opportunity to assess real-world business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and apply sustainability-first thinking to support the growth of a local business or their own business idea.

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Summary - Sustainability for Business Growth

Sustainability is no longer just a compliance requirement—it is a key driver of business growth and long-term success.

In this lesson sequence, students will explore how businesses can embed sustainable practices to reduce costs, drive innovation, and enhance their market position. By examining real-world business strategies, students will understand how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles influence profitability, reputation, and resilience.

Using Brownee.io platform, students will conduct sustainability assessments of local businesses, identifying strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities to integrate sustainability into business operations. They will then develop and present strategic recommendations based on their findings.

Industry Lead / Collaborator & Resources

  • Partner: BioAction (Environmental manufacturing & technology company)
  • Technology Resource: Brownee.io – A sustainability assessment platform
  • Additional Resources:
    • Explainer Videos on sustainability as a business growth strategy (provided by industry partners).
    • Case studies of local businesses leveraging sustainability for competitive advantage.
    • Industry reports & frameworks on Net Zero, ESG, and circular economy models.
    • Potential Industry Engagement: Video conference calls, guest speakers, site visits.

Lesson Sequence

  • Context—A Short video/lesson introducing Brownee.io and explains the role of sustainability in business growth, risk management, and market differentiation.
  • Challenge – Students select (or are assigned) a local business to assess its current sustainability practices.
  • Investigation – Using Brownee.io, students conduct sustainability assessments, analysing areas such as energy use, waste management, emissions, and sustainable supply chains.
  • Generalisation – Students develop and present a sustainability report using Brownee.io tools.
  • Reflection – Students connect their learning to career pathways in sustainable business, corporate responsibility, and environmental management.

Suggested Syllabus/KLA Alignment

  • Business/Commerce – Sustainable business models, ESG frameworks, economic growth.
  • HSIE (Geography) – The role of businesses in addressing climate change and resource management.
  • Science – Innovation in sustainability, carbon footprint reduction, and renewable energy integration.
  • Technology & Design – Using digital tools to measure and improve business sustainability practices.

Rollout Information

  • Resources are being developed in Term 1 & 2.
  • Lesson sequences to be piloted in Term 2 & Term 3
  • Register your interest to pilot this resource in your class in Term 2/3
  • Full Resources will be made available for use from Term 4, 2025. PL will be offered in Term 2 & 3. 

Industry Delivery Partners

BioAction

BIOACTION
Enviro Tech/Manufacturing

brownee

Brownee.io
Sustainability Action

Student Credentials

Working Towards
Central Coast Education Networks

Business Builder
Sustainability for Growth

Our Coast

Connecting with Our Coast
Local Economy Awareness

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Resources Introduction

As part of the Learning Theme: The Business of Staying in Business, students will explore Sustainability as a core capability—an essential area that contributes to the long-term success and resilience of any business.

This lesson sequence positions students as Sustainability Coaches, giving them the opportunity to assess real-world business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and apply sustainability-first thinking to support the growth of a local business or their own business idea.

Key Information

Summary - Sustainability for Business Growth

Sustainability is no longer just a compliance requirement—it is a key driver of business growth and long-term success.

In this lesson sequence, students will explore how businesses can embed sustainable practices to reduce costs, drive innovation, and enhance their market position. By examining real-world business strategies, students will understand how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles influence profitability, reputation, and resilience.

Using Brownee.io platform, students will conduct sustainability assessments of local businesses, identifying strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities to integrate sustainability into business operations. They will then develop and present strategic recommendations based on their findings.

Industry Lead / Collaborator & Resources

  • Partner: BioAction (Environmental manufacturing & technology company)
  • Technology Resource: Brownee.io – A sustainability assessment platform
  • Additional Resources:
    • Explainer Videos on sustainability as a business growth strategy (provided by industry partners).
    • Case studies of local businesses leveraging sustainability for competitive advantage.
    • Industry reports & frameworks on Net Zero, ESG, and circular economy models.
    • Potential Industry Engagement: Video conference calls, guest speakers, site visits.

Lesson Sequence

  • Context—A Short video/lesson introducing Brownee.io and explains the role of sustainability in business growth, risk management, and market differentiation.
  • Challenge – Students select (or are assigned) a local business to assess its current sustainability practices.
  • Investigation – Using Brownee.io, students conduct sustainability assessments, analysing areas such as energy use, waste management, emissions, and sustainable supply chains.
  • Generalisation – Students develop and present a sustainability report using Brownee.io tools.
  • Reflection – Students connect their learning to career pathways in sustainable business, corporate responsibility, and environmental management.

Suggested Syllabus/KLA Alignment

  • Business/Commerce – Sustainable business models, ESG frameworks, economic growth.
  • HSIE (Geography) – The role of businesses in addressing climate change and resource management.
  • Science – Innovation in sustainability, carbon footprint reduction, and renewable energy integration.
  • Technology & Design – Using digital tools to measure and improve business sustainability practices.

Rollout Information

  • Resources are being developed in Term 1 & 2.
  • Lesson sequences to be piloted in Term 2 & Term 3
  • Register your interest to pilot this resource in your class in Term 2/3
  • Full Resources will be made available for use from Term 4, 2025. PL will be offered in Term 2 & 3. 
Register Interest For Pilot
Stay Connected
Go To Resource

Lesson Resources Menu

Industry Delivery Partners

BioAction

BIOACTION
Enviro Tech/Manufacturing

brownee

Brownee.io
Sustainability Action

Student Credentials

Working Towards
Central Coast Education Networks

Business Builder
Sustainability for Growth

Our Coast

Connecting with Our Coast
Local Economy Awareness

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Stay Connected

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This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.

Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.

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This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.

Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.

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Central Coast Education Networks is A Central Coast Council Economic Development Initiative

This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.

Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.