Many Lynx subsidiaries have made significant investments in a wide range of proactive environmental initiatives. Regardless of company size, industry, or the scale of the effort, these actions are making a real impact. Below are just a few examples of their ongoing commitment to sustainability.  

• All Systems Go: Uses wall systems made of recycled, low-emitting materials, eliminating harmful PVCs and VOCs. These systems are 100% reusable and recyclable, contributing to LEED certification.  

• Esmay Electric: Continuously installs solar panels, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy use.  

• Excellent Signs Group: Implemented recycling programs for steel, aluminium, paper, wood, and acrylics.  

• JD Steel: JD Steel invested in electric vehicles for its fleet—an initiative that supports both sustainability and long-term cost savings.  

• Kitchen Kaboodle: Running an Earth Day Gift Box Giveaway with eco-conscious products and a 40% off sale on sustainable Greenington bamboo furniture.  

• Majland Stauder: See our full highlight on Majland Stauder and PartnerService’s ESG initiatives here.  

• Of Things Past: Specializes in previously loved, recycled furniture, promoting sustainability by reusing and repurposing materials.  

• PartnerService: See our full highlight on PartnerService & Majland Stauder’s ESG initiatives here.

• Pride Signs: Converted their plant lighting to LED in January 2024, significantly lowering electrical consumption. Implemented recycling programs for steel, aluminium, paper, wood, and acrylics.  

• Superior Road: Focused on extending the lifespan of Ontario’s roadways, using preservation products that reduce the carbon footprint by 5,460 Kg of CO2e in 2025.  

• WSI Sign Systems: Implemented recycling programs for steel, aluminium, paper, wood, and acrylics.  

Financial Impact of Environmental Initiatives

Earth friendly initiatives aren’t just about corporate responsibility—they can also deliver meaningful financial benefits. Research consistently shows that companies prioritizing environmental sustainability tend to experience lower capital costs, better operational efficiency, and improved risk management. Additionally, environmentally conscious companies often enjoy greater customer loyalty, enhanced brand value, and increased access to investment capital, as both institutional and retail investors increasingly seek out businesses aligned with their values.¹ Incentives such as regulatory advantages, tax benefits, and eligibility for sustainability-linked financing further contribute to the financial upside of pursuing environmental responsibility. ²

These initiatives across our portfolio highlight the fact that no matter your company’s size or sector, taking steps toward sustainability is both achievable and rewarding.

Footnotes

¹ Harvard Business Review: “The Financial Case for ESG” (2020)
² McKinsey & Company: “Five Ways that ESG Creates Value” (2019)

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