Bridging Equity & Accountability: Advancing Just Transition

As businesses align their ambitions with global climate goals, the concept of Just Transition becomes paramount. This session will focus on the critical intersection of corporate sustainability, equity and accountability in driving a Just Transition.

The discussion will explore the role of Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence (CSDD) in embedding equity and accountability into businesses practices, ensuring that companies not only reduce their environmental impact but also address social and economic disparities. Delegates will gain insights into how businesses can proactively engage with stakeholders, including workers, communities, and policymakers, to create transition plans that prioritise fairness, inclusivity and long-term resilience ensuring no one is left behind in our net zero ambitions.

Learnings

1. How can businesses ensure that their transition plans are not only environmentally sustainable but also socially equitable and inclusive?
2. What role does CSDD play in embedding accountability and fairness into corporate strategies?
3. How can companies effectively engage with stakeholders to co-curate transition plans that address the needs of vulnerable workers and communities?

Post-event Actions

1. Conduct a comprehensive assessment of your company’s operations and supply chains to identify potential social and environmental risks.
2. Develop a Just Transition framework that integrates equity and accountability into your sustainability strategy.