Okyere believes baking sustainability into Amazon\u2019s operations is more about influence than mandates. She builds programs that empower teams to find their own ways to reduce waste. Her approach relies on clear communication, shared accountability, and giving people the tools they need to take ownership of the results.<\/p>\n
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\u201cAt the heart of circularity is people,\u201d she said. \u201cYou can\u2019t close the loop without them.\u201d<\/p>\n
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She encourages each person to be themselves, because different perspectives are what drive innovation\u2014each person is essential to a system\u2019s success.<\/p>\n
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\u201cSustainability only works when people feel part of the solution,\u201d she said. \u201cIt\u2019s not about perfection; it\u2019s about participation. The more people see themselves in the mission, the stronger and faster the results.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Learn more about Amazon’s approach to waste and sustainability in\u00a0this video<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Read more about Okyere\u2019s work and Amazon\u2019s progress in the\u00a02024 Sustainability<\/a>\u00a0Report<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n