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SUMMARY:Second Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution
DESCRIPTION:The second session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution\, including in the marine environment (INC-2) will take place from 29 May to 2 June 2023 at the United Nations Educational\, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Headquarters in Paris\, France. The meeting will be preceded by regional consultations on 28 May 2023\, at the same venue. \nPractical information regarding the meeting and the venue is available in the Information Note for Participants (13 April 2023). Participants are strongly encouraged to read the information note to get acquainted with all the meeting logistics\, including visa procedures for entry in France. This note will be continually updated with the necessary practical and logistical information. \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/second-session-of-the-intergovernmental-negotiating-committee-on-plastic-pollution/
LOCATION:United Nations Educational\, Scientific and Cultural Organization Headquarters in Paris\, France\, Paris\, France
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:2023 Asia-Pacific Regional Forum on Sustainable Maritime Connectivity
DESCRIPTION:Maritime and port activities serve as a key enabler of all dimensions of sustainable development and of deeper regional integration due to their vital role as the gateway for international trade. Despite the diversity of Asia and the Pacific region\, which includes coastal countries\, small island developing States or archipelago countries\, there are several common issues that they all should consider in establishing their maritime and port development policies\, such as supporting the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda\, achieving the greenhouse gas reduction targets\, promoting technological innovation in the shipping and port industries and collaborating with the private sector to improve shipping performance. \nRegular sharing of best practices and experiences on these and related issues can contribute to promoting better maritime transport connectivity as well as stimulating collective action for achieving SDGs. In recognition of this\, the Regional Action Programme for Sustainable Transport Development in Asia and the Pacific (2022–2026)\, adopted at the Fourth Ministerial Conference on Transport in Bangkok in December 2021\, includes a systematic regional dialogue on sustainable and resilient maritime connectivity\, including the promotion of the development of low- and zero-emissions green shipping for Asia and the Pacific in close partnership with global and regional actors and the shipping industry. \nThe 2023 edition of the Asia-Pacific Regional Forum on Sustainable Maritime Connectivity will be held in Bangkok\, Thailand and online on 30-31 May 2023. The event will bring together experts from the member countries and relevant organizations to engage on a wider array of issues relevant for strengthening and enhancing maritime connectivity in Asia and the Pacific\, with a particular focus on Southeast Asia. \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/2023-asia-pacific-regional-forum-on-sustainable-maritime-connectivity/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,Sustainability,United Nations
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SUMMARY:Economist 3rd annual Sustainability Week US
DESCRIPTION:3rd annual Sustainability Week US focuses on helping businesses become sustainable faster\, while taking advantage of green subsidies. \nThe event makes a difference through its focus on immediate action by business and governments\, with the goal to help create a better\, much more sustainable\, adaptable and resilient world tomorrow. \nIt brings together the private and public sectors in a hybrid format and showcases the most practical initiatives to turn sustainability plans into action. It analyses the success of not only best practices but also investigates the answers to difficult questions\, such as making sustainability a priority across the whole organisation and its supply chain. \nThe event will take place in a hybrid format with May 30th and June 1st virtually and we will be hosting an in-person day on May 31st at Renaissance Hotel\, Downtown\, Washington DC. \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/economist-3rd-annual-sustainability-week-us/
LOCATION:Renaissance Hotel\, 999 9th St NW\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:9th Global Affordable Housing Conference
DESCRIPTION:The World Bank Group will hold its 9th Global Affordable Housing Conference on May 31- June 2\, 2023 at the World Bank Group Headquarters in Washington D.C. Participants have also the possibility to join virtually the conference. The theme of the conference is “Looking ahead: unlocking access to affordable\, green and resilient housing through innovation.”  Entrepreneurs\, financiers\,  policy makers\, researchers and development partners will discuss innovative ideas and cutting edge solutions to build and finance affordable and green housing around the world. \nThis year’s conference theme is “Looking ahead: unlocking access to affordable\, green and resilient housing through innovation”. While the need for massive investment in the affordable housing sector have never been higher\, countries all over the world are facing difficult macroeconomics conditions\, and households have a lower purchasing power\, while having to deal with increased construction costs and face the impact of climate change. If we want to make a significant\, and lasting impact in addressing the affordable housing gap\, we therefore need to look for innovative ways to build and finance resilient\, green affordable housing. \nThe Global Affordable Housing Conference brings together an audience of high-level officials\, practitioners\, successful entrepreneurs\, academicians from developed countries and emerging markets and provide a unique platform to share information\, learn about the latest innovation and network with peers. \nDuring this 3-day hybrid event you will hear about cutting edge innovation and solutions that are happening and already making an impact and discuss how to best replicate them in different local context. \nThere is no registration fees and online participation is unrestricted. However\, should you wish to attend in person\, please register as soon as possible. Due to the limited capacity\, we will first review your application and then send you an email confirming your in person attendance. Travel\, accommodation\, and other expenses are not included\, and are the responsibility of each participant. \n\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/9th-global-affordable-housing-conference/
LOCATION:World Bank Headquarters in Washington\, D.C.\, 1818 H St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20433\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESG Real Estate
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SUMMARY:Navigating the SBTi Maritime Guidance: A Training Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The maritime sector is responsible for over 3% of global annual greenhouse gas emissions. To get on track with the UMAS Transition Strategy Report\, the sector must cut its emissions 45% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2040. \nThe SBTi will host a training webinar on May 31 to explore the Science Based Target Setting Guidance for the Maritime Transport Sector. Learn what near- and long-term targets look like for the maritime transport sector and address frequently asked questions. \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/navigating-the-sbti-maritime-guidance-a-training-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Climate
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