Dear John,
Check out the following events and webinars we've got lined up for you. We hope we'll see you at one or more of these sessions where you can hear from Ceres experts on a variety of sustainability topics. |
We would like to remind you that Ceres Global plenary session recordings are available on-demand for everyone to enjoy. If you weren’t able to attend Ceres Global, you can now easily watch our main sessions at your leisure. Simply visit the event site and click on “Register for Access.” Once registered, visit the agenda, click on a plenary session and enjoy! |
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UPCOMING CERES EVENTS & WEBINARS | |
Investor Consultation on the Final Draft of the TNFD Framework
May 25, 2023, 11am ET
Online
A crucial step for companies and their investors to help tackle the urgent nature loss crisis is being able to assess nature-related risks. The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)—a market-led, science-based initiative backed by members representing $20.6 trillion in assets—is developing a framework that will help companies evaluate and disclose their nature-related risks and opportunities. In this webinar, hosted by Ceres and TNFD, portfolio managers, analysts and corporate engagement teams will learn about the TNFD framework and how it will support investors’ analysis and engagement activities with clear, comparable, investable data. Investors will
review the framework’s final draft and provide feedback in advance of the formal launch of the TNFD framework in September 2023. |
Benchmarking Methane and other GHG Emissions
June 1, 2023, 12pm ET
Online
Concern over climate change has brought increased focus on methane and greenhouse gas emissions associated with oil and gas production. These emissions, especially methane emissions, can diminish the greenhouse gas benefits of using gas in place of coal and represent a significant source of climate pollution.
The 2023 Oil & Gas Benchmarking Report is a collaborative effort using publicly available data to develop comparable metrics that highlight the GHG performance of onshore oil and gas producers in the U.S. We’ll present the key findings of the report during this webinar. |
Beyond Oversight and Disclosure: The Growing Need for Board ESG Education
June 27, 2023, 11am ET
Online
The swiftly evolving regulatory landscape, coupled with growing demands from broadening groups of stakeholders, has left today’s boards of directors faced with a unique set of ESG challenges and opportunities. With expanded ESG reporting disclosures recently entered into force by the EU, SEC climate disclosure rules on the horizon, and heightened pressure from investors and financial institutions, the fiduciary role of board members has become increasingly complex, bringing more blindspots in board oversight than ever before. Join Michigan Ross, Ceres, and the Erb Institute
to explore the business case for board ESG education and why sustainability-competent boards are a critical foundation for ensuring shareholder value and long-term viability. |
NEW COURSE: Building Board Expertise on Sustainability
(Ceres and Michigan Ross School of Business)
September 18 - November 3, 2023
Online
Ceres, in collaboration with the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, a top-ranked global executive education provider, is proud to announce a new online executive education program for corporate boards of directors. Building Board Expertise on Sustainability is a comprehensive online program running from September 18 through November 3, 2023 that brings together business and sustainability experts from Ceres, Michigan Ross Executive Education, the Erb Institute, and other nonprofit leaders to deliver a unique educational experience and provide the essential skills needed by every board member in today's rapidly evolving board rooms.
Register by June 30 to lock in the 20% discount early bird rate. |
All of our past events and webinars are listed here to view at your leisure. Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions. |
The Future of Mandatory Climate-Related Disclosure
May 25, 2023, 1pm ET
Online
Incoming regulation from the SEC requiring mandatory sustainability reporting and the impact of Europe’s equivalent, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, marks the beginning of a new era for sustainability reporting. Public companies will have to report on their climate data by law and must have all the necessary data collected and presented accordingly to meet the needs of incoming regulations. Learn how to navigate the incoming regulations from industry leaders and policymakers, and explore what mandatory reporting means for your business.
Holly Li, Program Director, Net Zero Finance, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, joins this webinar as moderator. Register here. |
NIRI 2023 Annual Conference
June 6-8, 2023
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Hotel, Chicago, IL
The NIRI 2023 Annual Conference is a professional development and networking event bringing together investor relations professionals from across the U.S. and around the world. In an industry that is quickly evolving, it is crucial to keep ahead of emerging trends and developments that can impact your organization. NIRI2023 delivers the solutions and connections you need to thrive in an ever-changing and complex landscape.
Mindy Lubber, Ceres CEO and President, joins session "An Asset Manager’s Perspective on ESG Investing" at 8:45am ET on June 7. Learn more and register. |
Innovation Forum (IF) Sustainable Apparel and Textile Conference USA 2023
June 21-22, 2023
New York, New York
This two-day business conference will address how brands can adapt practices to deliver on ambitious commitments and growing stakeholder expectations. We’ll equip delegates with the best-practice and guidance to develop net zero strategies, transform supply chains, manage consumer communications, scale circularity, reduce waste, and drive positive social impacts.
Join Siobhan Collins, Director, Ceres Company Network, for session "Mandatory climate disclosure: How can apparel brands fill in the reporting gaps?" on June 22 at 2:10pm ET.
Use the exclusive 10% discount code CERES10 at checkout. Register before Friday, May 12 and save an extra $200. |
GreenFin 23
June 26-28, 2023
The New Omni Seaport, Boston, MA
Ceres is proud to be a GreenFin Ecosystem partner this year. Join the growing community of more than 900 finance, investment and sustainability leaders supporting the just transition to a decarbonized economy at GreenFin 23. By attending, you’ll gain access to inspiring keynotes, engaging breakout sessions and valuable networking. Register today using code GF23CERES to receive a 20% discount.
On Tuesday, June 27, Blair Bateson, Ceres Director, Company Network, joins breakout session "Banking on Net Zero: Proper Transition Planning" at 9am ET. Laura Draucker, Ceres Director, Corporate Climate Emissions, joins panel "Creating and Implementing Climate Transition Action Plans" at 1:30pm ET. Julie Nash, Ceres Senior Program Director, Food & Forests, joins breakout session "Investor Engagement of Companies on Nature Loss" at 3pm ET. Steven Rothstein, Managing Director, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, joins session "Insurance on the Path to Net Zero
" at 4:30pm ET. Stay tuned for updates on other Ceres experts at GreenFin in June! |
How Will Insurers Sustain Sustainability?
June 27, 2023, 10am PT / 1pm ET
Online
Steven Rothstein, Managing Director for Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, joins other experts from varying parts of the climate change universe to weigh in on what insurers are doing to address climate change, including climate risk disclosures, underwriting and investing. The nation’s longest serving insurance regulator, head of sustainability underwriting for reinsurance giant Swiss Re and managing director of a climate leadership group will cover recent developments and look to the future of climate change and the insurance industry.
Register today. |
Environment Analyst Global Business Summit 2023
June 27-28, 2023
Chicago, IL
Come together with over 150 sustainability consulting leaders, clients and stakeholders to explore how sustainability and ESG drivers are impacting the North American market, learn how to respond to these, and develop strategies to fully integrate ESG within your business and showcase real action. Join your peers in-person on 27-28 June in Chicago to share thought-leadership and get the insights you need to help lead the sustainability transition.
Join Amit Bando, Ceres Chief Economist and Senior Advisor, Just and Inclusive Economics, for session 3 "People-Centred Climate Action - Supporting the “S” in ESG" on June 27 at 1:30pm CT. Register today. |
A4S Sustainability Reporting Workshop Boston
June 28, 2023, 9am-3pm ET
In-person only, Boston, MA
The A4S Sustainability Reporting Workshop in Boston, held in collaboration with Ceres, is a sustainability reporting learning and engagement program for mid-level finance and accounting professionals. Participants learn the fundamentals of what is needed to become a sustainable business, and the critical role of the finance team in enabling sustainability reporting to achieve this aspiration. The CPE-eligible program is intended for finance professionals of large corporations that are (or will be) involved in the sustainability reporting process and have limited prior experience with sustainability reporting.
Register to attend in-person. |
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