Net Zero & Nature Positive Theatre (Keynote)
Power in Unity: Collaborating for Climate Resilience
Day 2 : 14:10 – 14:40
Collective action stands as a pivotal force in the battle against the climate emergency, underscoring the critical importance of collaboration among companies. In an era marked by escalating environmental challenges, the synergy between businesses acts as a catalyst for innovative solutions and sustainable outcomes. By pooling resources, sharing best practices, and aligning on climate goals, corporations can amplify their impact, pushing the envelope on what is achievable in sustainability. This united front not only accelerates progress towards a low-carbon economy but also sets a powerful example of responsible leadership, demonstrating that in the face of global challenges, collaboration is beneficial and essential.
Learnings:
- How does collaboration among corporations amplify their impact on addressing environmental challenges?
- In what ways do shared practices among businesses foster innovation in sustainability?
- Why is united action by corporations crucial for driving substantial progress towards a sustainable future?
Post-event Actions:
- Reflect on the importance of how business can drive environmental change through partnership and shared responsibility
Speakers
Moderator
Simon Ng
Chief Executive Officer
Business Environment Council
Simon Ng
Business Environment Council
Chief Executive Officer
Mr Simon Ng is Chief Executive Officer of Business Environment Council (BEC). He works closely with BEC Board of Directors in setting and implementing organisation goals and strategies conducive to supporting BEC members and the wider business community in the transition towards net-zero economy and a sustainable Hong Kong.
My Sustainability Goals for 2024:
Mobilise corporates in Hong Kong for accelerated climate action.
Joe Phelan
Executive Director, APAC
Joe Phelan
Executive Director, APAC
Joe is responsible for the engagement of ambitious companies from across Asia and Australasia in collective action to be net zero, nature positive, and more equitable.
Joe has worked with businesses in Asia since 2009, with demonstrable outcomes in areas such as climate change, energy transition, water risk, mobility and more resilient agriculture.
Prior to joining WBCSD, Joe held senior roles with the Prince of Wales Business Leaders Forum.
Cerin Yip
ESG Director
Alibaba Group Holding Limited
Cerin Yip
Alibaba Group Holding Limited
ESG Director
Cerin Yip is currently the ESG Director of Alibaba Group. She previously served as the senior legal counsel. Before joining Alibaba, she worked at international law firms, specializing in corporate finance transactions, investments, listing compliance and general corporate matters.
Cerin is qualified to practice law in Hong Kong and was admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales. She is The European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies Certified ESG Analyst and she holds the CFA Institute Certificate of ESG Investing.
Cerin received her double bachelor’s degrees in business administration and laws, and obtained her Postgraduate Certificate in Laws from the University of Hong Kong.
Supported by
Business Environment Council
Booth BEC6
Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) is an independent, charitable corporate membership organisation, established by the business sector in Hong Kong.
Since its establishment in 1992, BEC has been at the forefront of promoting environmental excellence by advocating the uptake of clean technologies and practices which reduce waste, conserve resources, prevent pollution and improve corporate environmental and social responsibility.
BEC offers sustainable solutions and professional services covering advisory, research, assessment, training and award programmes for government, business and the community, thus enabling environmental protection and contributing to the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Meet our speakers:
Katie Chan
Senior Officer – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Suki Han
Assistant Manager
Business Environment Council
Clement Cheung
Assistant Manager – Policy & Research
Business Environment Council
Kevin O’Brien
Chairman, Business Environment Council
Business Environment Council
Simon Ng
Chief Executive Officer
Business Environment Council
CF Leung
Director – Operations
Business Environment Council