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Are you ready to position your brand as a leader in sustainability and shape the future of responsible business practices? 🌎 https://lnkd.in/esPH-mUZ Reuters Events: Sustainability USA is the ultimate platform for senior business and finance executives to come together and drive positive change. With: ✦ 500+ attendees, including 100+ C-level and subject expert speakers ✦ 30+ hours of high level networking opportunities with key stakeholders ✦ 70% attendance rate from business and finance professionals ✦ 4 events in 1, featuring IMPACT stage, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Investment, and Net Zero By sponsoring our event, you'll not only align your brand with a 20-year legacy of promoting sustainable business practices but also connect with the most influential leaders in the industry. Take the first step towards a sustainable future and learn more about sponsorship opportunities. #SustainabilityUSA #SustainableFuture #ESG

In this #WorldWaterWeek it's crucial to recognise the immense value of river basins, which provide essential freshwater, support biodiversity, and drive economic activity. Yet, writes Patricia Calderon, head of water at CDP, many are under severe threat due to increased demand, pollution and climate change. CDP's analysis of 2023 data reveals that $105 billion is at risk across 10 global river basins, including the Yangtze, Mississippi, Rhine and Godavari. As CDP data shows, companies in heavy industries are beginning to understand the risks, with 209 firms acknowledging that river basin challenges could impact over 80% of their global revenue. According to World Resources Institute Europe, 25 countries face extremely high water stress, affecting over 50% of the world's population. The call to action is clear during World Water Week: value water appropriately. UMC, The Coca-Cola Company and L'Oréal are investing in water conservation, demonstrating that the cost of action is far less than the potential financial risks. #WaterCrisis #Sustainability #RiverBasins #WaterRisk #ClimateChange #CDP #WRI #WaterConservation #GlobalRisk #EnvironmentalImpact #CorporateResponsibility #UMC #CocaCola #LOréal https://lnkd.in/dv2n_Wmw

The food system is increasingly at risk due to climate change impacts while also being a significant contributor to emissions, particularly methane, writes Mike Scott. The Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment - University of Oxford flagged this over a decade ago, warning of stranded assets in agriculture. Isobel Rosen from FAIRR Initiative highlights that physical risks like droughts and heatwaves, coupled with transition risks, make the landscape complex for both companies and investors. Peter Elwin at Planet Tracker emphasizes that most investments target the food giants but leave farmers behind. Nusa Urbancic from Changing Markets Foundation points out the urgency, as climate impacts push commodity prices to new heights while Ramya Ravishankar of HowGood stresses the need for companies to measure and communicate environmental impacts, or face market risks. Mars Wrigley is leading by example with its Cocoa for Generations strategy. Barry Parkin, chief sustainability offers at Mars, underscores the importance of adapting to changing climates and sourcing practices. The Sustainable Markets Initiative’s Agribusiness Task Force, including McCain Foods, McDonald's, Mondelēz International, PepsiCo, and @Waitrose, has launched a blended finance framework to support regenerative agriculture. #ClimateChange #FoodSystem #Sustainability #FAIRR #OxfordUniversity #PlanetTracker #Mars #SustainableAgriculture #RegenerativeFarming #EnvironmentalImpact #Agribusiness #Investment #FoodSecurity #CocoaforGenerations #AgribusinessTaskForce Terry Slavin Liam Dowd https://lnkd.in/eeWYNZPN

🌍 Can Europe Lead a Green Industrial and Agricultural Rebirth? 🌍 Join us at Reuters Events: Sustainability Europe 2024, where we'll dive into a pivotal discussion: "Europe's Industrial Crossroads: Navigating Resilience Amidst Global Power Shifts." https://lnkd.in/e68QpWDh In a world where global economics are constantly evolving, Europe's industrial and agricultural sectors face unprecedented challenges. This session promises to be an eye-opener as we explore the climate stakes amidst the EU's struggle with deindustrialisation, outsourced production, and the impact on its agricultural value chain. 📅 Date: 30th September 🕒 Time: 9:40-10:20 AM 📍 Location: IMPACT Stage @ Sustainability Europe We've got an all-star panel ready to share their wisdom: • Connie Hedegaard, Chair of the Round Table on Sustainable Development, OECD - OCDE • Fabien Chêne, Head of Sustainability Business Europe, Schneider Electric • Archana Jagannathan, Chief Sustainability Officer, PepsiCo Europe Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from leading experts on how Europe can lead a green rebirth without exporting its carbon footprint. Be part of the conversation and help shape a sustainable future! https://lnkd.in/e68QpWDh #Sustainability #GreenEurope #SustainabilityEurope

🚀 Excited to unveil our stellar speaker lineup for the upcoming Sustainability Europe 2024 conference! 🌍💡 https://lnkd.in/ePxCVXfM The countdown is on for Reuters Events: Sustainability Europe 2024, where an unparalleled gathering of visionary minds will be shaping our sustainable future. Our prestigious speaker lineup features CEOs, policymakers, and innovators from global powerhouses ready to share game-changing insights. James Richardson, Chair, Climate Change Committee Hein Schumacher, CEO, Unilever Jesper Brodin, CEO, Ingka Group Linda Jackson, CEO, Peugeot John Neal, CEO, Lloyds of London Ulrike Decoene, Chief Sustainability Officer, AXA Archana Jagannathan, Chief Sustainability Officer, PepsiCo Tom Dodd, Team Leader - Sustainability Reporting, European Commission Remo Diethelm, Head of Sustainability, Holcim Roel van Poppel, Chief Sustainability Officer, ofi Catalina Fuentes Benítez, Legal Advisor on ESG, easyJet Jay Doyle, Chief Procurement Officer, ITV Bobbie Mellor, Global Head of Sustainability & Transparency, Vodafone Anna Turrell, Chief Sustainability Officer, Decathlon Marcello Arona, CEO, AXA Investment Managers Deborah Zurkow, Global Head of Investments, Allianz Aleksandra Palinska, Executive Director, Eurosif - The European Sustainable Investment Forum Learn more about our speakers and the agenda at https://lnkd.in/ePxCVXfM Join us as we shape the future of sustainability together. #SustainabilityEurope #ReutersEvents #GreenFuture 🌿🌐

What if you could predict the future of sustainability? 🔮 At Reuters Events IMPACT Sustainability Europe 2024, we're unveiling a crystal ball for the green economy: our Global Sustainability Trends Report! 📊✨ https://lnkd.in/ejMpU9y5 Imagine having access to: • Exclusive data from 700+ sustainability experts • Cutting-edge industry trends • Challenges that could reshape your strategy • Opportunities you haven't even considered yet This comprehensive report isn't just information - it's your roadmap to making informed, impactful decisions in the ever-evolving world of sustainability. 💡 Ready to shape the future of your organization's green initiatives? Discover how you can be part of this game-changing event: https://lnkd.in/ejMpU9y5 🌍🔍 Don't just follow trends - set them. Join us at Sustainability Europe 2024 and lead the charge towards a greener tomorrow.

📢 Don't miss our exciting new webinar this Thursday in partnership with Lythouse https://lnkd.in/efqpqYmp 🤝 Key Learnings from Bayer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Lythouse and Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. 🌍 Comprehensive Emissions and Waste Management: Leverage tools to manage Scope 1-3 emissions, water, and forest waste for effective organization-wide decarbonization strategies. 🤝 Optimizing Scope 3 Emissions: Collaborate with suppliers to reduce emissions across the value chain and transition to lower-emission alternatives. 💻 Integrating Technology for a Net Zero Roadmap: Learn how to use technology to capture, interpret, and analyze emissions, water, and forest waste data. We invite sustainability professionals to join us for an insightful webinar on leveraging data and technology for effective decarbonization strategies. #decarbonization #netzero #SustainabilityUSA #scope3

The anticipation builds as we count down to the most significant sustainability event in the USA! 📅 Mark your calendars for October 7-8, 2024, in the heart of New York City 🚀 Unleash the power of data to deliver a sustainable future at Reuters Events: Sustainability USA 2024 - USA's premier sustainability event uniting business and finance https://lnkd.in/dHta3vsx 🔍 Immerse Yourself in Four Cutting-Edge Themes: Reporting Stage: Learn about mandatory climate reporting and data integrity. Net Zero Stage: Supercharge your decarbonization journey. Investment Stage: Unlock sustainable investment value. Reuters IMPACT Stage: Hear from global leaders on critical climate issues. 👥 500+ Attendees (87% Director level and above) 🎙️ 100+ Expert Speakers 🤝 30+ Hours of Networking 💬 Featured Companies Speaking The White House U.S. Department of Transportation United Nations Global Compact Women's World Banking McCormick & Company Bezos Earth Fund NOVÉAL-L'Oréal Groupe Google United Airlines And many more... Ready to shape the future of sustainable business? Find out more here https://lnkd.in/dHta3vsx

The surge in the price of cocoa beans to an unprecedented $10,000 per tonne earlier this year highlights the challenges faced by cocoa farmers in Ghana and Ivory Coast, which produce around 60% of the world’s cocoa. Catherine Early reports on how extreme weather, underinvestment and poor yields are leading to low farmer incomes, which drive deforestation and child labour, and speaks to companies like Tony's Chocolonely, which is stepping up with innovative initiatives to promote sustainable cocoa production. Its open-chain model is gaining traction, with companies like Waitrose & Partners and Lidl GB joining the initiative. Nestlé, meanwhile, has partnered with Rainforest Alliance to develop its Income Accelerator programme, which is incentivising sustainable practices and promoting gender equality. As Michael Gidney of the The Fairtrade Foundation tells Early, partnerships and collaboration between companies are key to achieving landscape and systems change. Mighty Earth, Be Slavery Free, Belinda Christine Borck, Samuel Mawutor, Renske Aarnoudse, Ann Fuller, Earthworm Foundation, IDH #CocoaIndustry #SustainableFarming #FairTrade #ClimateChange #Deforestation #Agroforestry #CocoaFarmers #LivingIncome #SupplyChain #TonyChocolonely #Nestlé #cocoaandforestsinitiative Terry Slavin Liam Dowd Ed Long https://lnkd.in/eYbHtyzX

Comment: Two years in, the Inflation Reduction Act is uniting America and driving clean energy growth. Last week marked the second anniversary of President Biden signing the IRA into law, the largest legislation ever passed to confront climate change. The IRA's passage along partisan lines made it vulnerable to political attacks, yet as it has taken hold, it has gained unexpected support, even from some Republican members of Congress. The shift, says Anne L. Kelly of Ceres, Inc., is because the IRA is delivering on its promise to tie climate action to U.S. economic development and industrial policy, with a momentum that is undeniable. #InflationReductionAct #ClimateAction #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #USManufacturing #EconomicGrowth #BipartisanSupport #GreenJobs #EnergySecurity #EnvironmentalPolicy Terry Slavin Liam Dowd Ed Long https://lnkd.in/eeUjnT3B