Connecting EHS and ESG, and the Evolving Role of the Sustainability Professional — A Conversation with Amanda Petzinger of Benchmark ESG
February 21, 2023
A Holistic Decarbonization Approach for All the Energy You’re Consuming
February 9, 2023
Many organizations plan to spend just under 2% of annual revenue on sustainability and decarbonization – how about yours? What investments can you make in digitization that will result in more efficient energy and water usage? We’ll discuss Smart Factories. What investments can you make in electrification that will result in decarbonization? We’ll discuss microgrids and renewables. Digital + Electric = Sustainable. Three Schneider Electric leaders will explain the formula for sustainability that works for any organization, from strategy to execution. — Monika Murugesan VP, Offer Management, Microgrid Schneider Electric As Vice President of Global Microgrid Offer Management, Monika…
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The Relentless Pursuit of Progress and Trust in ESG
February 8, 2023
Gaining trust of media, markets, and ESG stakeholders while remaining steadfast towards ESG goals can be a delicate balance. Join a straight forward discussion as sustainability executives discuss how to tackle these challenges with strategy and transparency including: How a proactive ESG team can provide positive business value through opportunity, costs, and risk Practices for achieving trustworthy ESG results with communication and reporting Case studies of technology and innovation to support ESG data demands and regulation Together, we will experience how transparency can drive progress. — Mandi McReynolds Head of Global ESG Workiva Mandi McReynolds is an award-winning author and…
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Practical Considerations for Establishing a Scope 3 Data Collection Strategy
February 8, 2023
The quest for more accurate Scope 3 GHG Emissions data is more important than ever with the changing regulatory and climate-action landscapes. However, Scope 3 data collection continues to be a challenge despite making up the bulk of most companies’ GHG inventory. Join this workshop to discuss: Best practices on how to take a differentiated approach to Scope 3 data collection and move up the Scope 3 maturity curve The importance of technology in facilitating accurate Scope 3 data collection Lessons learned from real-life Scope 3 programs — Amanda Petzinger Associate VP of ESG/Sustainability Digital Solutions Benchmark ESG Amanda Petzinger,…
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The New Net Zero : Carbon Markets Today and Tomorrow Under Article 6
March 21, 2023
With the historic agreement of Article 6 at COP26 last year and Net Zero commitments now covering over 80% of global emissions, governments will soon join the private sector in buying and selling carbon credits for Net Zero aims. But what does this mean for corporate voluntary commitments going forward? Are these two different markets and ledgers, or are they intertwined? What does this mean for corporate claims and ownership of the carbon credits and what should buyers planning long term purchasing of carbon credits look out for? The role of carbon markets in Net Zero and the size of…
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Fireside Chat: Purpose At Work: How Google Is Forging a New Frontier for Diversity and Inclusion
December 14, 2022
Where are most companies missing the mark with diversity, equity, and inclusion? How is this affecting abilities to attract and retain top talent? Shifting internal conversations to ensure leaders and teams are deeply engaged to build a culture of empowerment and safety Focusing on senior leadership: Overcoming fears of failure, encouraging effort, whole-picture thinking, and deconstructing old habits Leveraging partnerships that disrupt traditional approaches to DEI and building community and shared experiences across your corporate culture Solving environmental issues that create exclusion to produce long lasting change — Melonie Parker Chief Diversity Officer Google Melonie Parker is an HR executive committed…
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Talent Attraction, Development and Retention in Times of Shifting Employee Expectations
December 14, 2022
Worker expectations are constantly shifting and HR is being challenged to step up and evolve in big ways to meet those expectations. Discussing ways to build and strengthen connections between employers and employees, between management and teams, and between individual team members Building opportunities to learn and grow personally and professionally as part of the larger effort to invest in our people to make what we do and who we are better Making our organization a place where people want to work, feel valued, and know they are part of a larger whole that is creating a better world Showcasing…
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The Business Imperative for Emotional Wellness in the Workplace
December 14, 2022
Supporting mental health and employee wellness in a dynamic and rapidly changing world Understanding the evolving mental health landscape Implications for the future talent pipeline and pivotal transition points Best practices for establishing a wide range of programs to support employees and their families Anne Oxrider SVP, Global Compensation & Benefits Bank of America
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Walmart’s People Transformation
December 14, 2022
Partnering with the business to deliver on Walmart’s mission – creating Good Jobs, Great Careers, and a Better Life for our Associates Leveraging data-driven decision making to transform our business for the future. Creating an Associate Value Proposition built around opportunity, inclusion, and well-being. Digitizing our tools and our work for the next generation of associates. The foundational role the People team plays in maintaining Walmart’s culture. Listening at scale – how Walmart gathers feedback and responds to 1.6 million associates in the U.S. — Maren Waggoner SVP of People, End-to-End Operations Walmart Maren joined Walmart in 2017 as a…
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The Science of Leadership – What Differentiates Good from Great
December 14, 2022
Leadership has never been more important than it is today The leadership research is clear and we understand which qualities drive effective leadership Learn the science behind proven leadership characteristics and the competencies that build high-performing teams Hear how UnitedHealthcare scaled a shared language for attracting, assessing, developing and promoting talent Understand how learning behaviors and learning agility can contribute to building a culture of innovation — Stephanie Fehr EVP, Chief People Officer UnitedHealthcare Stephanie Fehr is Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer for UnitedHealthcare. In this role, she is responsible for building the UnitedHealthcare talent infrastructure and systemic…
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