Economic and business growth must be sustainable growth. Recent economic shocks have exacerbated the cost of doing business crisis – this has focused mindsets to build back stronger, cleaner and greener.
Net zero and the wider ESG agenda are quickly rising up the priority list for many organisations – research, undertaken with the University of Derby shows the number of East Midlands businesses selling environmentally-friendly goods and services is on the rise, with a growing trend of diversification into green markets and a doubling of those organisations integrating low-carbon growth into their strategic business plans.
Underlying activity and tackling climate change and nature’s decline remains one of the most pressing issues of our generation, which if left unchecked will bring with it the potential for extensive business disruption in the future.
The Summit will bring together industry specialists, scholars, and the business community to understand the impact of environmental factors in relation to business resilience and continuity, we will however focus on how we can create business value opportunities whilst ensuring a just transition to net zero.
On the day, through a range of speakers, panels and workshops, we will detail how we unlock the benefits of green growth.
AGENDA TO DATE(Please see “Additional Information” below for a downloadable agenda, with expanded detail):
– Green Growth Trends for the East Midlands: Dr Polina Baranova, Senior Lecturer in Strategic Management and Chair of the College Research Ethics Committee, University of Derby
– Exploring global opportunities for low carbon goods and environmental services: Ian Stevens, Clean Growth Adviser, Department for Business and Trade
– Leadership for Sustainability: Chris Fuggle – Global Head of Sustainability Services, Mazars
– The role of innovation in supporting the transition to net zero: Ian Meikle, Director of Clean Growth, Innovate UK (UKRI)
Other agenda items, workshops and panel details to be confirmed in due course.
View more details at booking link.
