What are Sustainability metrics? Identifying the optimal Sustainability metrics can be challenging, especially when everyday tasks consume your time. To help you, we've assembled a list of examples to ignite your creativity.
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Examples of Sustainability metrics and KPIs 1. Instagram Engagement Measures the level of interaction (likes, comments, shares) relative to the total follower base
What good looks like for this metric: Between 1% and 3% engagement rate
Ideas to improve this metric Post consistently and at optimal times Utilise engaging and relevant hashtags Encourage user-generated content Collaborate with influencers Run interactive polls and Q&As 2. Website Traffic Tracks the number of visits to a website over a specified period
What good looks like for this metric: 1000 pageviews per day for small to medium sites
Ideas to improve this metric Optimise website for search engines (SEO) Promote website across social media platforms Invest in pay-per-click advertising Create engaging and relevant content Ensure website is mobile-friendly 3. Customer Retention Measures the percentage of customers who continue to buy over a certain period
What good looks like for this metric: Above 75% retention rate
Ideas to improve this metric Implement a customer feedback system Enhance customer service response times Develop a customer loyalty program Personalise customer communication Ensure product quality and reliability
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1. Number of Youths Trained The total number of youth participants who have completed the training programme
What good looks like for this metric: 500 youths annually
Ideas to improve this metric Increase outreach efforts in low-income areas Partner with local community centres Utilise social media for recruitment Provide online training options Collaborate with schools and universities 2. Business Registration Rate Percentage of trained youths who successfully register a business
What good looks like for this metric: 50% of trained youths
Ideas to improve this metric Simplify the registration process Guide participants through registration steps Provide incentives for registration Host workshops on business planning Establish partnerships with registration bodies 3. Employment Opportunities Created Number of new jobs generated as a result of the startups
What good looks like for this metric: 2 new jobs per startup
Ideas to improve this metric Encourage scalable business models Provide mentorship for business growth Facilitate networking events Support access to funding opportunities Promote collaboration among startups 4. Business Sustainability Rate Percentage of businesses still operational after their first year
What good looks like for this metric: 70% sustainability rate
Ideas to improve this metric Offer follow-up coaching sessions Provide financial management workshops Connect with local business networks Regularly assess and adapt business strategies Encourage continuous learning and innovation 5. Funding Secured by Startups Amount of financial support secured by startups through grants, loans, or investments
What good looks like for this metric: $10,000 per startup
Ideas to improve this metric Assist in grant application processes Create pitch training sessions Connect startups with potential investors Host startup demo days Guide on developing detailed business plans
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Tracking your Sustainability metrics Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.
Having a good strategy is only half the effort. You'll increase significantly your chances of success if you commit to a weekly check-in process .
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