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SUMMARY:79th session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
DESCRIPTION:The seventy-ninth session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) will be held from 15 to 19 May 2023 at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok. \nGuided by the theme “Accelerating climate action in Asia and the Pacific for sustainable development”\, the annual session will be an opportunity to strengthen regional cooperation on climate change. \nThe session will bring together Government leaders from across Asia and the Pacific and other key stakeholders to discuss policy options and areas of regional cooperation required to accelerate climate action in the region and beyond. With dedicated discussions on catalysing climate finance and investments\, complemented by a climate solutions fair\, the session will allow identifying opportunities\, sharing solutions and facilitate engagement of a broad set of partners and stakeholders\, to both reduce the risks and impacts of climate change and foster ambitious climate action in Asia and the Pacific towards net-zero pathways and limit global temperature rise to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius. \nThe theme study sets out the transformations that are needed for Asia and the Pacific to transition to a net-zero-carbon future in support of sustainable development. It provides an outline of the regional context of climate change and identifies policies and actions that could be taken in various sectors of the economy to support the global climate agenda\, while also making broad economic\, social and environmental gains. To close the emissions gap in key sectors\, efforts must be made to transition away from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy. Low-carbon mobility and logistical solutions are crucial for accelerating innovation\, developing technologies and tapping into greener fuels. The move towards low-carbon transport options requires an integrated approach to land use and urban planning\, as Asia and the Pacific is rapidly motorizing. Furthermore\, Governments need to boost their climate-smart trade and investment sectors so that they can decarbonize industries that are currently notable for exporting carbon-intensive goods. Trade and investment should be utilized as force multipliers to combat climate change but are still missing from the existing regional climate landscape. The theme study also contains information on climate-related financing needs in the region and addresses data gaps for better monitoring. Given the carbon neutrality commitments from the majority of Asia-Pacific countries\, the report recommends strengthening regional policy dialogue and technical cooperation on low carbon\, climate-resilient transition. \nCREDENTIALS AND REGISTRATION \nEach delegation is required to submit a letter of credentials\, duly signed by the appropriate authority of the respective Government or organization\, at the earliest convenience\, preferably by 11 May 2023 to oes.unescap@un.org. \nAll participants who appear in the letter of credentials are requested to register online at https://indico.un.org/event/1003482/ as soon as possible but no later than 11 May 2023. Only the names of duly accredited and registered participants will be included in the list of participants. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/79th-session-of-the-economic-and-social-commission-for-asia-and-the-pacific-escap/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand & Virtual Event\, Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Climate,Environmental,ESG Awareness,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:World Bank Central Asia Climate Change Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Central Asia is particularly vulnerable to the negative impacts of a rapidly changing climate—it is an arid\, landlocked\, snow-fed region with most of its water originating in glaciers of upstream mountains and neighboring countries that has a largely agrarian economy\, aging infrastructure\, and high population growth. Although the countries of the region – Kazakhstan\, Kyrgyz Republic\, Tajikistan\, Turkmenistan\, and Uzbekistan – have distinct landscapes\, natural climatic conditions\, development priorities\, and the transboundary nature of climate change exposes each Central Asian nation with novel risks. \nTo address these risks\, governments in the region and their development partners will need tackle strategic challenges\, including transitioning towards carbon neutrality and climate resilience through low-carbon\, climate resilient development; renovating and upgrading the climate resilience of water\, energy\, and food infrastructure; strengthening the capacity of local communities; and implementing progressive regulatory and institutional reforms to attract needed investments. Doing so will require regional cooperation and unprecedented economic and social transformations. \nOn May 16-17th\, the 5th Central Asia Climate Change Conference (CACCC-2023) is bringing together key stakeholders to discuss water\, energy\, food\, and environmental sustainability in the context of a changing climate across Central Asia. Conference participants will discuss progress by Central Asian countries on climate mitigation and adaptation action\, relevant initiatives to achieve cross-sectoral climate resilience\, and platforms available for regional cooperation. \nThe Conference is organized by the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) within the “Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Program in the Aral Sea Basin AF” (CAMP4ASB AF)\, “Central Asia Nexus Dialogue Project: Fostering Water\, Energy and Food Security Nexus and Multi-Sector Investment”(NEXUS) in cooperation with the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan\, PROGREEN\, and the Central Asia Water & Energy Program (CAWEP)\, which is a partnership between the World Bank\, the European Union\, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. \nWorking languages: Russian\, English. Simultaneous translation will be provided by the organizers. \nFollow the conversation on Twitter with the hashtag: #CAClimate2023 \nGeneral link to watch the following sessions: \nDay 1 \n\nOpening Session;\nOpening Plenary: Climate Change and Development in Central Asia;\nPanel Discussion 1: National policies\, strategies and programs for climate mitigation and adaptation;\nParallel Session A.1: Water Security;\nParallel Session B.1: Circular Economy;\n\nDay 2 \n\nPanel Session 2: Leveraging regional collaboration in a changing global policy environment;\nParallel Session C.1:  Air pollution\, health\, and climate change;\nPanel Session 3: Climate financing: needs and opportunities;\nClosing Plenary.\n\nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-bank-central-asia-climate-change-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Dushanbe Hote\, 26/1\, Ismoili Somoni Prospekt\, Dushanbe\, 734026\, Tajikistan
CATEGORIES:Climate,ESG Awareness
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SUMMARY:ESCAP-SCO Side Event: Enabling Food Systems Transformation through Climate Smart Agri-Innovation
DESCRIPTION:The agricultural sector in the Asia-Pacific region is suffering from a number of key constraints which are significantly worsening the vulnerability of agriculture to climate impacts in the region. Apart from being highly vulnerable to its impacts\, agriculture is also an important contributor to climate change. \nAgricultural innovation for development of more efficient and sustainable technologies and machinery holds significant promise to boost climate resilience and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Apart from digital and smart technologies\, there is a vital role for innovation of simple and low-cost agricultural technologies and practices for resource-poor farmers and smallholders. These can help put agriculture on a trajectory of resilient and low-carbon development. \nCo-organized by ESCAP and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) during the 79th session of the Commission\, the event will inform and support countries’ implementation of the national food system transformation pathway\, especially in the action areas of advancing equitable livelihoods\, building resilience\, and accelerating the Means of Implementation. It will advance the understanding of policymakers and practitioners working in the areas of agriculture and climate change adaptation and mitigation on the need for promoting agri-innovation. \nThe event will be opened by remarks from senior-level speakers. This will be followed by a panel of experts that will illustrate pertinent approaches and technologies. The closing session will reflect on how such solutions can be upscaled in the region through multilateral cooperation. \nParticipants attending the 79th session of the Commission in Bangkok are welcome to attend in-person while the event will also be open to online participation through the registration link below. The event will be conducted in English and simultaneous interpretation will be provided in Chinese and Russian for the online participants. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/escap-sco-side-event-enabling-food-systems-transformation-through-climate-smart-agri-innovation/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Climate,ESG Awareness,United Nations
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T030000
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SUMMARY:79th Session of the Commission Side Event: Connecting Local\, National and Regional Strategies to Achieve Carbon Neutrality in Asia and the Pacific
DESCRIPTION:The side event aims to showcase concrete actions led by cities and local governments to accelerate the achievement of national net-zero goals and to discuss how city-led climate actions and national support could expedite the collective regional climate action in Asia and the Pacific. The event is co-organized by the Republic of Korea\, Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat and ESCAP. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/79th-session-of-the-commission-side-event-connecting-local-national-and-regional-strategies-to-achieve-carbon-neutrality-in-asia-and-the-pacific/
CATEGORIES:Climate,ESG Awareness
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T100000
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SUMMARY:6th Sustainable Investor Summit | Germany Forum
DESCRIPTION:The ICF SIS annual conference offers a unique opportunity to network with leaders of the sustainable\, responsible and impact investing community and to learn about new approaches\, trends and policy developments in the field. \nThe conference will attract representatives of asset owners\, such as insurance companies\, pension funds\, foundations & endowments\, family offices\, asset management and advisory firms\, research firms\, universities\, investment consultants\, NGOs\, along with policymakers and corporate leaders. \n2023 will mark our sixth annual conference. We are excited to return to Frankfurt\, Vienna and Zurich\, covering the entire DACH region. \nAs a lesson learned from the past events\, the events in Frankfurt and Vienna will be extended to 1.5 days in order to accommodate the multitude of topics and to offer more networking time. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/6th-sustainable-investor-summit-germany-forum/
LOCATION:Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof\, Am Kaiserplatz\, Bethmannstraße 33\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60311\, Germany
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,ESG Investing
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T133000
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SUMMARY:Impact Investor Global Summit London 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Impact Investor Global Summit is the leading conference on how private market investors can tackle the world’s biggest social and environmental challenges through impact investing. \nGeneralist to thematic\, the event will showcase some of the most exciting impact managers in the world as well as active institutional investors in the market. Join over 500 attendees from leading fund managers and institutional investors for two days of networking at the must-attend event for impact investment professionals. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/impact-investor-global-summit-london-2023/
LOCATION:Royal Lancaster Hotel\, Lancaster Terrace\, London\, W2 2TY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,ESG Investing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T080000
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SUMMARY:Regional Consultation for Africa: nature-positive trade for sustainable agricultural supply chains
DESCRIPTION:Regional Stakeholders Consultation in Africa: Nature-positive trade for sustainable agricultural supply chains \nThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is delighted to invite you to participate in this consultation\, which will gather diverse stakeholders to discuss priorities\, challenges and opportunities in the region\, and explore and provide recommendations for actionable solutions to move towards a sustainable\, fair and inclusive nature-positive trade that supports countries to: \n\nAchieve sustainable and resilient agricultural supply chains\nFacilitate market access to all stakeholders\, in compliance with regulations aiming to decouple agri-commodities from deforestation (e.g. EU DR)\, and international agreements on biodiversity such as the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework\nAdvance national plans for sustainable social and economic development.\n\nThe Consultation in Africa will take place on 16 and 17 May 2023 with in-person participation in Yaounde\, Cameroon* and also online\, and will convene stakeholders from: \n\nGovernment entities leading agendas on trade\, agriculture\, land management and forestry\, biodiversity\, finance\, economy\, industry\, and related areas.\nPolicymakers active in the trade and environment fora.\nPrivate sector: smallholders\, trading cooperatives\, MSMEs\, multinational companies\, industry associations and relevant stakeholders involved in supply chains of agricultural commodities.\nNon-governmental organizations and civil society.\nAcademic and research institutions.\nFinancial institutions\n\nDuring the event\, there will be interpretation available in English and French. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/regional-consultation-for-africa-nature-positive-trade-for-sustainable-agricultural-supply-chains/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T170000
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SUMMARY:Intergovernmental Consultations on Nature-Based Solutions: First Global Consultation
DESCRIPTION:The first global consultation meeting in the intergovernmental consultations on nature-based solutions will be a virtual meeting. It will comprise two four-hour sessions\, one held on Tuesday May 16th  and one on Wednesday May 17th 2023. \n\nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/intergovernmental-consultations-on-nature-based-solutions-first-global-consultation/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Environmental,ESG Awareness,United Nations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T170000
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SUMMARY:Capital for Climate Action Conference
DESCRIPTION:Clarity in the low-carbon transition\nOwners and managers of assets\, financial institutions and companies are committing to climate action amid a rapidly changing economic landscape. A banking crisis\, war in Ukraine\, trade tensions\, tightening monetary policy and the increasing urgency to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions are driving the need for clarity on navigating the path to net-zero alignment. The immensity of the challenge is matched only by the necessary pace of the transition. \nTogether we will untangle the complexity of this rapidly evolving environment that is reshaping investment and business strategies\, addressing issues such as: \n\nNavigating an economic environment that can clash with climate ambition\nIdentifying and rewarding companies that are actually decarbonizing\nEvaluating opportunities in green technologies and sustainable finance\nQuantifying the impact of physical climate risks on the pricing of financial assets\nAnticipating where regulation and reporting might go next\nBringing integrity to climate commitments\n\nParticipants will leave with greater clarity about the climate transition\, together with practical guidance for making critical decisions and taking action to address the risks and opportunities that accompany today’s challenges. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/capital-for-climate-action-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Climate,ESG Awareness,ESG Investing,Sustainable Finance
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SUMMARY:Public Consultation for the Buildings Science Based Target Setting Guidance and Tool
DESCRIPTION:The building sector is one of the major contributors of carbon emissions worldwide\, accounting for more than a third of today’s global CO2 emissions\, and is growing at an exponential rate. It is estimated that between 2020 and 2050 the global floor area will increase by 75%\, meaning CO2 emissions would rise dramatically if no decarbonization efforts are implemented immediately. \nThis industry has a vital role in accelerating the transformation to a net-zero economy. \nThe SBTi is developing science-based target setting methodologies\, tools and guidance for the building industry to understand the level of decarbonization required to keep the 1.5°C temperature goal within reach\, set science-based targets to cut emissions and accelerate their decarbonization efforts at the depth and pace needed. \nJoin on May 16\, 2023 to learn about the Buildings Science Based Target Setting Guidance and Tool development process and address key questions. During this webinar we will be opening a two-month public consultation period\, so that you can contribute your valuable input. \n\n\nRegister for Session 1: 9:00 am – 10:00 am BST \n\n\nRegister for Session 2: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:00 am ET \n\n\nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/public-consultation-for-the-buildings-science-based-target-setting-guidance-and-tool/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Climate,ESG Awareness
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