LIVE : a diverse approach to decarbonisation
BizClik Media Group brought a diverse group of business leaders and industry insights to its inaugural Sustainability LIVE event at Tobacco Dock , London
WRITTEN BY : TOM SWALLOW
Following COP26 and the constant emphasis from the media , it would come as a shock to find a business leader that isn ’ t thinking about sustainability . As a subsidiary topic at BizClik Media Group ’ s ( BMG ’ s ) 2021 events , sustainability applies to all industries and it ’ s clear from the success of Sustainability LIVE that companies understand the significance of environmental , social and governance ( ESG ) practices , net-zero initiatives , diversity , equity and inclusion ( DE & I ), and renewable energy application .
But why are businesses focused on this ? We get a lot of comments about protecting the planet and decarbonising supply chains , but the underlying motivation for many of the speakers at Sustainability LIVE is the future that lies ahead for younger generations . They do what they do to improve the lives of others , particularly those who will live beyond their time . Walking the event — hosted by Sustainability Magazine — at Tobacco Dock , London , the whole team at BMG could sense the excitement around the subject , which was discussed in great detail during speaker sessions , fireside chats , and panel discussions — not forgetting the networking sessions .
Data will enable true net-zero transparency When it comes to the urgent need to reach net-zero emissions , feelings are mutual among sustainability leaders , but the first step in any initiative is always the most critical . Almost as common as the topic of sustainability , data was mentioned in great
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