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. |
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UPCOMING WEBINARS & EVENTS | |
Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance: Zero Emission Vehicle Manufacturer Workshop
November 15 and December 7, 2021, 2-4pm ET
Ceres’ Corporate Electric Vehicle (EV) Alliance is conducting a two-part listening session and workshop between Alliance members and auto/truck manufacturers on the results from our recent ZEV Demand Aggregation Survey. The Survey highlights specific ZEV configurations (and the number of units) that Alliance members are looking to procure, as well as key trends, and current gaps in the U.S. auto and truck market. These workshop sessions are specifically designed for Corporate EV Alliance members and auto/truck manufacturers. The November 15th session will focus on medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, whereas the December 7th session will focus on light-duty vehicles.
This is an invitation only session between vehicle manufacturers and Corporate EV Alliance members. To request an invitation or request Ceres to invite a manufacturer to attend the workshops, please email Sara Forni. |
Water Risk Management within the Food and Beverage Sector:
Insights from the Feeding Ourselves Thirsty 2021 Benchmark
November 16, 2021, 11am ET
The $6 trillion global food and beverage sector operates at the center of the world's worsening water crisis. Relying on vast and consistent amounts of cheap water, food sector companies are among the first to feel the impacts as the global water supply becomes increasingly scarce, polluted, and unpredictable. Join us to explore the results of the 2021 Feeding Ourselves Thirsty Benchmark which reveal that food sector companies are beginning to open their eyes to water scarcity risks. |
Bringing Sustainable Investing Options to 140 Million Americans
November 17, 2021, 3pm ET
More than 140 million American workers participate in 401(k) or other ERISA plans, yet less than 3% of employee retirement savings plans include climate-friendly investing options. A new proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Labor would open the way for companies and other retirement plan sponsors to include more sustainable options in their saving plans by enabling fiduciaries to consider climate and other ESG factors when selecting investments and exercising shareholder rights while continuing to uphold fundamental fiduciary obligations. Join us on November 17th to gain a deeper understanding of the
impact of the proposed rules on ESG investment opportunities, receive guidance on submitting public comments to Department of Labor by December 13th, and explore why we need to create a strong public record in support. |
PoliticoLive: Sustainability Summit: From Pledge to Action - The Next Sustainability Wave
November 16, 2021
On the heels of the U.N. Climate Change Conference, POLITICO convenes its inaugural sustainability summit to explore what it will take to go from making pledges to taking action. Many major companies and brands have set ambitious corporate climate goals, vowing to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions and waste. Statements such as net zero, eco-friendly, and zero-waste are commonplace. But how are these companies using their influence to drive policy change in Washington and influence consumers? The world’s largest companies are pledging to cut their carbon footprints and adopt more sustainable business practices. Asset managers have vowed to put sustainability at the center of their
investment strategy, putting pressure on household brands to go carbon-neutral across their operations, supply chains and product life cycle. Is this translating into climate action? What benchmarks should be used to measure progress and ensure transparency? What do businesses need from Washington to help them achieve long-term success? What are the gaps between climate commitments and proven results?
Join Steven Clarke, Ceres' Senior Director of Climate and Energy, and others on Tuesday, November 16th at 10:40am ET for a discussion on what it means for companies to deliver on corporate climate pledges. Register here. |
Reuters Events: Responsible Business USA 2021
November 16-18, 2021
RB USA 2021 will convene 4,000+ business, policy, investment and sustainability leaders, who are driving change, to share new strategies and solutions on HOW business can innovate, invest and collaborate to lead a new business future. Join us on November 16-18 as we ensure greater action and leadership in 2022 and beyond.
Billy Gridley moderates "Bridging the Net Zero Infrastructure Gap: Leading the Push for Renewable Energy" on November 16, 1:30-2pm ET. Steven Rothstein joins panel "ESG-Driven Disclosure Keynote: Identifying and Disclosing the Right Data" on November 17, 10-10:30am ET. Also on November 17, Kirsten Spalding moderates "ESG Wash: Redefining Sustainable Investment" from 10:30-11am ET. On November 18, Ceres CEO and President, Mindy Lubber, will close out the event in "The Roadmap Beyond COP26–Taking Action to Accelerate the Global Transition" from 2:30-3pm ET.
Register here. |
Climate Action Pursuit
Last Milestone: December 9-10, 2021: Ceres partnered with Second Nature and the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) for Climate Action Pursuit, throughout 2021, which leads a process of learning, planning, acting, and leading on climate and justice on our campuses, in our communities, and across our society and economy.
Register now for the last Milestone on December 9-10. |
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