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* NEW ANNUAL REPORT RELEASE * Sustainability: Whose job is it anyway? From integrating sustainability into budgets, exploring bolt-on vs. built-in strategies, aligning stakeholders, and more - we’ve delved into the evolving role of in-house sustainability professionals. We surveyed 150 business leaders across the UK and the Netherlands and conducted in-depth interviews with sustainability decision-makers at major corporations to understand the current landscape. Download the full report now: https://lnkd.in/e6RuZKyJ Thank you to our main contributors:  Owen Balmont of Saga plc. Anouk Florentinus of FincoEnergies Amy de Marsac of Mitchells & Butlers PLC Joanna Mihajlovic of RiverStone International Markus Pretzl of TIP Group Tom Salisbury of GKN Automotive #CorporateSustainability #SustainableLeadership #BusinessImpact #StakeholderEngagement #ResponsibleBusiness #SustainableStrategy #BusinessSustainability

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for our panel event, "Sustainability: Whose Job Is It Anyway?", celebrating the release of our annual report (link below). It was a sold-out evening, filled with energy, shared experiences, and, of course, some fizz and nibbles. The panel’s diverse insights, learnings, and key takeaways resonated with everyone in the room. A special thanks to our guest speakers: - Owen Balmont, Head of ESG at Saga plc. - Amy de Marsac, Director of Investor Relations and Sustainability at Mitchells & Butlers PLC - Tom Salisbury, Sustainability Director at GKN Automotive The panel discussion was expertly chaired by our Head of Risk Reporting and Communications, Ed Packshaw who led an engaging conversation on the evolving role of sustainability professionals and what lies ahead for the field. Key topics included transitioning from 'bolt-on' to 'built-in' sustainability strategies, leveraging regulation and data for strategic impact, aligning leadership teams, and how to approach stakeholder engagement. Thank you again to all who attended! To support the event, we’ve released our new annual report, "Sustainability: Whose Job Is It Anyway?". To download the full report, please click here: https://lnkd.in/e6RuZKyJ #sustainableevents #businessstrategyevents #paneldiscussion #businessevents #leadership #annualbusinessreport

Tomorrow, Wednesday October 16th, we look forward to welcoming our guests to our leadership event, ‘Sustainability: Whose Job Is It Anyway?’. With all tickets now sold out, the evening promises engaging networking opportunities with like-minded professionals as we explore how businesses are addressing today’s sustainability challenges. We will be hearing lively conversation from our panelists: Owen Balmont, Head of ESG at Saga plc. Amy de Marsac, Director of Investor Relations and Sustainability at Mitchells & Butlers PLC Tom Salisbury, Sustainability Director at GKN Automotive Stay tuned for key insights from the discussion!

We’re excited to receive such positive feedback from our team's session! A big shoutout to Andrea Gamble and Henry Unwin for delivering an insightful session, and thank you to BAP Pharma for hosting such a fantastic day! #sustainability #ESG #decarbonisation

🎙️NEW PODCAST ALERT🎙️ In our latest podcast episode, Tom Salisbury, Sustainability Director at GKN Automotive joins our CEO, Nicola Stopps and our Head of ESG and Sustainability Strategy, Joaska Mischke where he shares GKN's journey towards embedding sustainability across the business. From meeting regulatory demands to addressing climate change and fostering a culture of accountability, discover how sustainability is integrated into every function in the organisation. Listen to insights from Tom Salisbury, Nicola Stopps and Joaska Mischke here: https://lnkd.in/eFSaTPA8 #GKN #simplysustainable #sustainability

Governance is the foundation of a robust ESG strategy, driving accountability and ensuring effective risk management across an organisation. As the 'G' in ESG evolves, its role in transparency and aligning with new frameworks has become increasingly critical. In our latest insight, Simply Sustainable Consultant Ella Narain explores how the 'G' in ESG is key for complying with frameworks like TCFD, CSRD, and GRI, and she highlights trending governance topics that, when addressed, can contribute to long-term business resilience. Read the full insight here: https://lnkd.in/eyiRHFqy #ESG #governance #corporategovernance #TCFD #CSRD #GRI

NEW PODCAST: To launch our brand new podcast series Sustainability Insider, our host Nicola Stopps CEO of Simply Sustainable is joined by Joaska Mischke, Head of ESG and Sustainability Strategy at Simply Sustainable, and Tom Salisbury, Sustainability Director at GKN Automotive. Tom shares GKN Automotive's journey, focusing on the business’s key sustainability goals, including compliance with evolving regulations, addressing climate change, and fostering a culture of sustainability across all departments. Listen to episode one now: https://lnkd.in/eFSaTPA8 #podcast #sustainability #sustainabilitypodcast #climatechange #esg

NEW PODCAST: To launch our brand new podcast series Sustainability Insider, our host Nicola Stopps CEO of Simply Sustainable is joined by Joaska Mischke, Head of ESG and Sustainability Strategy at Simply Sustainable, and Tom Salisbury, Sustainability Director at GKN Automotive. Tom shares GKN Automotive's journey, focusing on the business’s key sustainability goals, including compliance with evolving regulations, addressing climate change, and fostering a culture of sustainability across all departments. Listen to episode one now: https://lnkd.in/eFSaTPA8 #podcast #sustainability #sustainabilitypodcast #climatechange #esg

Board-level training on sustainability can equip your board to improve business strategy with today's wide-ranging ESG risks and opportunities in mind. No longer just a nice-to-have approach, board sustainability training and expertise has become a reporting requirement in international frameworks and standards. This type of training offers a quick win for adding value through differentiation, stronger governance approaches and more. Read our latest insight to explore how to select a training approach tailored to your board's specific needs here: https://lnkd.in/enc3dtqs #CSRD #TCFD #IFRS #learninganddevelopment #boardtraining

New Insight: The ESOS action plan - From audits to action With the March 2025 deadline approaching, it’s time to shift from theory to practice. The ESOS action plan is a critical step in bridging the gap between compliance and energy efficiency. Beyond compliance, the ESOS action plan offers significant operational benefits, from lowering energy costs to enhancing sustainability credentials and gaining a stronger reputation. Simply Sustainable’s William Bourns details the key elements and why the ESOS Action Plan matters in his latest insight. To read Will’s insight please click here: https://lnkd.in/ezyTH7_4 #ESOS #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #NetZero #GreenBusiness #ESOSPhase3 #EnergyActionPlan #ESGreporting