The Natural: Karl-Henrik Robèrt

Sustainableindustries.com issue No.66

The Natural: Karl-Henrik Robèrt

One of Sweden’s leading cancer scientists, Karl-Henrik Robèrt has become one of the most influential figures in the global sustainable business arena. The Natural Step Framework, which Robèrt authored in 1989 with input from dozens of scientists, has helped countless businesses take a scientific approach to sustainability.

Hatched in Sweden,The Natural Step organization today has licensees in 11 countries and has made its way into the boardrooms of international corporations, including Nike (NYSE: NKE), The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC) and McDonalds Corp. (NYSE: MCD). Municipalities, schools and even the U.S. Marine Corps have adopted The Natural Step Framework. MORE >>