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🌍✨ It’s Here! The Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards™ 2024 are Now LIVE! 🎉 We are beyond excited to announce that the 3rd annual Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards™, hosted by The SustainabilityX® Magazine, is officially unveiled and available to explore on our website! 🌱💻 Sponsor: Belnor Engineering Inc This year’s theme, “Embrace Boldness”, shines a spotlight on 50 phenomenal women from around the world who are leading the charge in sustainability. These trailblazers are breaking barriers, creating innovative solutions, and driving real impact across industries—all while inspiring a more sustainable, inclusive, and equitable future for generations to come. 🌟👩💼 From environmental stewardship and economic resilience to social justice and responsible governance, these women embody the true spirit of bold leadership. Their stories are not just inspiring—they are a call to action for all of us to rethink the way we approach sustainability and equity on a global scale. 💪🌿 💬 Why This Matters: These women represent the very best of what’s possible when bold ideas, fearless actions, and an unwavering commitment to sustainability come together. They’re not just leading; they’re reshaping the future of our world! 🌏⚡ 📣 New Mission Expansion Announcement: As part of our continued growth, The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce our strategic expansion, now aligning with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). This important expansion reinforces our mission to advance women’s leadership in sustainability and promote gender equality across all sectors. The future is female and bold! 💪👩💻 📢 Take Action: We invite you to dive into the incredible journeys of these awardees, celebrate their achievements, and share their stories far and wide! Together, let’s amplify their work and continue to push for transformative change! 💚 Thank you to our founder Supriya Verma WELL AP for leading the way! ➡️ 🖥️ Explore the full list of awardees and their groundbreaking contributions here: https://buff.ly/3zUcRin 🍁 A Special Note for October – Canada’s Women’s History Month: As we celebrate the remarkable power of women in sustainability, it’s fitting that this month honours the theme, “Women at Work: Economic Growth Past, Present, and Future.” In recognizing these 50 incredible women, we’re reminded of the long history of women who have shaped the fabric of our society through bold leadership and fearless action. Let’s take this moment to celebrate their contributions and honour the legacy of women driving progress in every sector. 💼🙌 🌟 Let’s keep the conversation going and continue the work to build a more sustainable, inclusive future. 💚 Share the stories of these bold leaders! Together, we can inspire the world to embrace boldness and create impact. #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #Sustainability #EmbraceBoldness #TheSustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership

🗣️🙋♀️🌱”Being bold is not about being reckless or impulsive but about having the courage to take calculated risks and make tough decisions. Leaders who cultivate this trait can differentiate themselves and their organizations and create the conditions for long-term success." - Isobel Alice O'Connell, CPIR, Strategic Partner, METAGNOSIS Consulting Inc, Canada & The SustainabilityX® Magazine Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards™ 2024 (#SustXGlobal50) Awardee- Sponsored by Belnor Engineering Inc 📍🌎 Canada 👏👏👏 Isobel Alice O'Connell, CPIR is an internationally acclaimed leader in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, with over 25 years of experience in driving sustainability transformation across global industries. Known for her ability to build strong relationships and foster open communication with diverse stakeholder groups, Isobel has dedicated her career to advancing social and environmental impact. Her expertise spans the energy, infrastructure, and international consulting sectors, where she has held leadership roles and contributed to national and international dialogues on sustainability management. 💡🎊🙋♀️👉Read more about Isobel: https://buff.ly/48nsAmK This year’s theme, “Embrace Boldness”, shines a spotlight on 50 phenomenal women from around the world who are leading the charge in sustainability. 🌟👩💼 💚 Thank you to our founder Supriya Verma WELL AP for leading the way! 👀🎉🌎👉View the full list featuring all 50 female sustainability leaders from around the world: https://buff.ly/3zUcRin 🎤📢💚👉View the official press release: https://buff.ly/3Afq70Z 📣 New Mission Expansion Announcement: As part of our continued growth, The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce our strategic expansion, now aligning with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs): https://buff.ly/4f8wsKv This important expansion reinforces our mission to advance women’s leadership in sustainability and promote gender equality across all sectors. The future is female, bold, and sustainable! 💪👩💻: https://buff.ly/3YeCqTg 🤝👉Show your support, amplify these voices, and power international conversations that matter by subscribing: https://lnkd.in/dP6YVjHS #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #Sustainability #EmbraceBoldness #TheSustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership

🗣️🙋♀️🌱”We must boldly present our perspective on the actions needed to protect the planet for future generations. We need many different voices articulating the different reasons for action in order to win major shifts in public policy." - Kim Perrotta MHSc, Executive Director, CHASE - Canadian Health Association for Sustainability and Equity, Canada & The SustainabilityX® Magazine Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards™ 2024 (#SustXGlobal50) Awardee- Sponsored by Belnor Engineering Inc 📍🌎 Canada 👏👏👏 Kim Perrotta MHSc is a distinguished health and environmental advocate with four decades of experience in driving impactful policy changes at the intersection of public health, climate change, and equity. As the Executive Director of the Canadian Health Association for Sustainability and Equity (CHASE), Kim leads transformative initiatives that highlight the powerful links between health outcomes, climate change mitigation, and social equity. With a Master’s degree in Health Science, Kim has authored over 25 landmark reports on critical public health issues, ranging from coal plant and fracking emissions to the benefits of active travel, public transit, and sound land-use planning. 💡🎊🙋♀️👉Read more about Kim: https://buff.ly/40iyWBJ This year’s theme, “Embrace Boldness”, shines a spotlight on 50 phenomenal women from around the world who are leading the charge in sustainability. 🌟👩💼 💚 Thank you to our founder Supriya Verma WELL AP for leading the way! 👀🎉🌎👉View the full list featuring all 50 female sustainability leaders from around the world: https://buff.ly/3zUcRin 🎤📢💚👉View the official press release: https://buff.ly/3Afq70Z 📣 New Mission Expansion Announcement: As part of our continued growth, The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce our strategic expansion, now aligning with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs): https://buff.ly/4f8wsKv This important expansion reinforces our mission to advance women’s leadership in sustainability and promote gender equality across all sectors. The future is female, bold, and sustainable! 💪👩💻: https://buff.ly/3YeCqTg 🤝👉Show your support, amplify these voices, and power international conversations that matter by subscribing: https://lnkd.in/dP6YVjHS #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #Sustainability #EmbraceBoldness #TheSustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership

Dr. Janice Lao has just been chosen as one of The Global 50 Women in Sustainability by The SustainabilityX® Magazine. Janice is both an environmental scientist and development economist -- expertise that is much appreciated in the courses that she teaches for the Bard MBA (Principles of Sustainable Management and Strategy). In addition to her role with the Bard MBA, Janice is also the VP - Regulatory, Sustainability & Governance at Helen of Troy. More on Janice here: https://hubs.ly/Q02VK-Z00 Learn more about The SustainabilityX® Magazine's Global 50 Women in Sustainability Awards here: https://hubs.ly/Q02VKGmw0 #leadthechange #sustainability #gradschool #bardianandproud #sustainabilitycareers #greencareers #SustainabilityLeaders #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #EmbraceBoldness #SustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork

Check out all the amazing women in sustainability presented by The SustainabilityX® Magazine! I was hounoured last year to be among the top 50 women listed, and happy to see Supriya Verma WELL AP continuing this great tradition also in 2024. Since childhood, being inspired by, and learning from, women leading the way and showing true leadership on difficult topics has always been a key part of my own development journey. Check out their stories!

🗣️🙋♀️🌱”We must keep pushing ourselves, face the things that seem impossible, and truly connect with each other. We can move in the right direction but not without fortitude, hope, and community." - Kristina Wyatt, Chief Sustainability Officer, Persefoni, United States & The SustainabilityX® Magazine Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards 2024 (#SustXGlobal50) Awardee- Sponsored by Belnor Engineering Inc 📍🌎 United States 👏👏👏 Kristina Wyatt is a pioneering force in sustainability and legal strategy, serving as Deputy General Counsel and Chief Sustainability Officer at Persefoni, a leading carbon management and accounting SAAS software company. With over two decades of experience navigating the intersections of law, environmental stewardship, and corporate governance, Kristina has dedicated her career to advancing sustainability through bold and transformative leadership. At Persefoni, she leads the charge in developing carbon accounting practices that help companies align with global climate goals, setting the standard for transparency and accountability in carbon management. 💡🎊🙋♀️👉Read more about Kristina: https://buff.ly/4eVqU6m This year’s theme, “Embrace Boldness”, shines a spotlight on 50 phenomenal women from around the world who are leading the charge in sustainability. 🌟👩💼 💚 Thank you to our founder Supriya Verma WELL AP for leading the way! 👀🎉🌎👉View the full list featuring all 50 female sustainability leaders from around the world: https://buff.ly/3zUcRin 🎤📢💚👉View the official press release: https://buff.ly/3Afq70Z 📣 New Mission Expansion Announcement: As part of our continued growth, The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce our strategic expansion, now aligning with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs): https://buff.ly/4f8wsKv This important expansion reinforces our mission to advance women’s leadership in sustainability and promote gender equality across all sectors. The future is female, bold, and sustainable! 💪👩💻: https://buff.ly/3YeCqTg 🤝👉Show your support, amplify these voices, and power international conversations that matter by subscribing: https://lnkd.in/dP6YVjHS #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #Sustainability #EmbraceBoldness #TheSustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership

🗣️🙋♀️🌱”Leadership in sustainability thrives on collaboration and empowerment. By embracing boldness I have always tried to demonstrate that true progress stems from working together and empowering each other to create a lasting impact."- Sadaf Taimur, Ph.D., Sustainability Scientist/Director of Sustainability & Circularity at Goodwill Industries Ontario Great Lakes, Canada & The SustainabilityX® Magazine Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards 2024 (#SustXGlobal50) Awardee- Sponsored by Belnor Engineering Inc 📍🌎 Canada 👏👏👏 Sadaf Taimur, Ph.D. is a visionary leader in sustainability, currently serving as the Director of Sustainability & Circularity at Goodwill Industries International, Ontario. With a deep commitment to developing and implementing strategies that address environmental impacts, Sadaf’s work focuses on fostering sustainable practices across businesses and communities. Her expertise spans multiple fields, including ESG, education for sustainable development, and circular economy solutions. Sadaf’s leadership is also reflected in her roles as a fellow at the Salzburg Global Seminar and a research consultant at the University of Montreal, where she drives impactful sustainability research and initiatives. 💡🎊🙋♀️👉Read more about Sadaf: https://buff.ly/40l3MJY This year’s theme, “Embrace Boldness”, shines a spotlight on 50 phenomenal women from around the world who are leading the charge in sustainability. 🌟👩💼 💚 Thank you to our founder Supriya Verma WELL AP for leading the way! 👀🎉🌎👉View the full list featuring all 50 female sustainability leaders from around the world: https://buff.ly/3zUcRin 🎤📢💚👉View the official press release: https://buff.ly/3Afq70Z 📣 New Mission Expansion Announcement: As part of our continued growth, The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce our strategic expansion, now aligning with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs): https://buff.ly/4f8wsKv This important expansion reinforces our mission to advance women’s leadership in sustainability and promote gender equality across all sectors. The future is female, bold, and sustainable! 💪👩💻: https://buff.ly/3YeCqTg 🤝👉Show your support, amplify these voices, and power international conversations that matter by subscribing: https://lnkd.in/dP6YVjHS #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #Sustainability #EmbraceBoldness #TheSustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership

🗣️🙋♀️🌱”Sustainability isn't a cautious tiptoe into the future, it's a daring leap towards a better one. The greatest advancements come from those who see the impossible as a challenge, not a barrier." - Dr. Janice Lao Lao, VP - Regulatory, Sustainability & Governance, Helen of Troy, United States & The SustainabilityX® Magazine Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards 2024 (#SustXGlobal50) Awardee - Sponsored by Belnor Engineering Inc 📍🌎 United States 👏👏👏 Dr. Janice Lao is a globally recognized environmental scientist and economist, whose career spans over two decades in advancing corporate sustainability across Asia, Europe, and North America. As a multi-award-winning leader, she has been instrumental in shaping sustainability strategies for publicly listed companies, transforming industries through groundbreaking innovations. At the age of 30, Dr. Lao made her mark on the global stage by developing the foundational mathematical and economic model for international aviation’s carbon-neutral growth strategy. This bold initiative led the way for aviation companies to tackle emissions at scale, laying the groundwork for sustainable aviation fuels and more responsible industry practices. 💡🎊🙋♀️👉Read more about Janice: https://buff.ly/3A8j9Le This year’s theme, “Embrace Boldness”, shines a spotlight on 50 phenomenal women from around the world who are leading the charge in sustainability. 🌟👩💼 💚 Thank you to our founder Supriya Verma WELL AP for leading the way! 👀🎉🌎👉View the full list featuring all 50 female sustainability leaders from around the world: https://buff.ly/3zUcRin 🎤📢💚👉View the official press release: https://buff.ly/3Afq70Z 📣 New Mission Expansion Announcement: As part of our continued growth, The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce our strategic expansion, now aligning with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs): https://buff.ly/4f8wsKv This important expansion reinforces our mission to advance women’s leadership in sustainability and promote gender equality across all sectors. The future is female, bold, and sustainable! 💪👩💻: https://buff.ly/3YeCqTg 🤝👉Show your support, amplify these voices, and power international conversations that matter by subscribing: https://lnkd.in/dP6YVjHS #SustXGlobal50 #WomenInSustainability #BoldLeadership #Sustainability #EmbraceBoldness #TheSustainabilityXMag #WomenAtWork #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership

Curious about the state of sustainability in the world today? Look no further than to the women leading the way. Last week, I had the honor of being recognized as one of the Top 50 Global Women in Sustainability, alongside iconic inspiring changemakers including Michelle Obama, Serena Williams, Billie Eilish, and more! I am incredibly humbled. This past week has been a whirlwind of learning, connecting, and being inspired by my fellow awardees. Thank you to The SustainabilityX® Magazine for spotlighting these extraordinary women and sharing their impactful stories and perspectives. Be inspired! For everyone dedicated to advancing a sustainable future, here are a few of my favorite insightful truths from amazing women leading the way, throughout the globe. Dr. Janice Lao, USA   “Sustainability isn't a cautious tiptoe into the future, it's a daring leap towards a better one”                    Sandhya Sabapathy, United Kingdom “Sustainability is both an art and a science. It requires embracing discomfort while being surrounded by experts from various fields”  Alina Arnelle, Sweden “Sustainability must be embedded in every part of a business, from strategy to execution, with real actions that create tangible impact—because every year and every choice matters”                  Pamela Shainhouse, Canada "True innovation lies in creating sustainable solutions that not only drive profitability but also champion equity, diversity, and inclusion"                              Dominique P., USA “We have the knowledge, solutions, and resources for transformative and justice-led climate action. But we must be brave enough to imagine it”                     #EmbraceBoldness #WomenInSustainability #SustainableFuture https://lnkd.in/gF9b4VQK

Well deserved Linda Brewer Your unique insights into the nexus of organization, leadership and sustainability have been invaluable to me and to the clients and colleagues with whom we’ve worked.