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Join us for an insightful masterclass addressing the urgent issue of climate change and its implications for businesses and society. This session will explore key topics and provide actionable insights for sustainable practices. The masterclass will be led by Suzanne Wise, who is a Trustee and Board Director, Strategy Consultant, Senior Advisor and Mentor. She is a sustainability expert and climate change advocate with a strong focus on driving climate action in business for a better world.
She is currently a trustee and board director of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). CIPS are the world’s largest organisation dedicated to the procurement and supply profession and a Director of Business Declares.
In 2022 Suzanne retired from her Executive career and her role as Senior Vice President, Corporate Development & Sustainability at Japan Tobacco International, based in Geneva.

Our agenda is packed with thought-provoking discussion points around the most pressing issues, and we will use that as a starting point to examine the role of businesses and individuals in addressing climate challenges:

• Climate Change: Get a better understanding of the impact of global temperature rise at 2˚ and 4˚. Explore the alarming consequences of biodiversity loss and sense-check the global and UK regulatory response to combat climate change and whether it is enough.
• Sustainability Leadership: Be part of the sustainability revolution and build your own compelling business case for climate and sustainability leadership. Learn from the evolution of business responses to climate challenges and the value that corporate sustainability functions can add.
• Business Response: As a transformative approach to production and consumption that fosters sustainability, can your organisation unlock the power of innovation, collaboration, and partnerships to drive positive change as part of the circular economy? Learn how to prioritise ESG and reporting while also addressing the critical issues of greenwashing and greenshushing.
• Industry Examples: Be inspired by real-world success stories showcasing sustainable practices in the Rail industry. Explore ground-breaking sustainability efforts in the Infrastructure and Mining sectors. Discover the latest sustainable approaches in Agriculture and Food production, revolutionising the way we feed the world.
• What Can You Do: Empower yourself as a citizen, consumer, and leader. Discover actionable steps you can take to make a meaningful impact on climate change. Join us in shaping a better future for our planet.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights into climate change, discover sustainability leadership strategies, explore business responses for a better future, and connect with fellow climate supporters to become an agent of change.