As the ferocious summer of 2023 has vividly illustrated, the climate and biodiversity emergency is now fast approaching critical tipping points. The key target of keeping global average temperature rise from breaching the 1.5C “red line” is now in jeopardy. What political decisions do we need now to ensure meeting today’s needs does not compromise the interests of all future generations?
2023 Autumn Agenda
10:00am
Learn how to approach double materiality in practice:
- What exactly does it mean?
- How is it integrated in the CSRD?
- What are investors looking for?
- How companies should approach it in their sustainability reporting
10:35am
In this presentation, Enda will explore the changes in the energy sector as the focus on sustainability has grown in recent years and will give some insights into how some of Ireland’s corporates and SMEs are creating their sustainable future through better energy strategies and reporting.
11:40am
A discussion between a large company and their challenges on supply chain climate action and sustainability and an SME company
Group Head of Sustainability, Mannok
12:05pm
SMEs are facing strong expectations to make their business models more sustainable. EU and national legislation, such as on sustainability reporting and due diligence, will impact SMEs both directly and indirectly through ‘trickle-down’ demands from larger businesses, banks and the public sector. In parallel, consumers, investors and new generations expect businesses of all sizes to align with society’s sustainability ambitions. In this discussion we’ll explore:
- Starting your sustainability journey
- Developing a sustainability strategy
- Financing sustainable business transformation
- Climate and the environment, waste and the circular economy, social sustainability including the important role of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) for SMEs
- Communication and reporting
Banking and Finance Partner, Eversheds Sutherland LLP (Ireland)
12:10pm
- Having accurate and specific data about your Scope 3 emissions is the first step in moving towards meaningful carbon reduction targets. Learn how you can leverage new technologies and ways of working with your supply chain to ensure you’re getting high-quality Scope 3 data that’s accurate and stands up to scrutiny
- Issues surrounding circular supply chain management: Hear insights and learnings from active work in this area to give you ideas and inspiration for embedding circular approaches in your supply chains.
Head of Sustainability Services, Antaris Consulting
12:15pm
Plus, as the requirement for auditable, climate-related financial disclosures gathers pace, how are finance and sustainability teams working together?
Chief Transformation Officer, An Post
1:50pm
Our conference stream moderators share their feedback…
Sustainability Consultant, Earthology
2:10pm
Discover how B Corps companies verified for their exceptional social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability, are shaping the future of business. Join James and Louise as they take you on a journey to explore:
- What a B Corp is and the growing movement
- The compelling business reasons for becoming a B Corp
- The steps to certify your business
- Leveraging state funding to support your B Corp certification journey
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the value and impact of B Corp certification for your business.