Desautels Sustainability Network

Happy Holidays and Best Wishes from DSN! 🎄✨ As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our community of students, alumni, partners, and supporters who have made this year truly inspiring. We hope this season brings you warmth, joy, and the comfort of being surrounded by loved ones during this special time. Looking forward to seeing you again in 2025! ☃️

Learn more about the upcoming DSN x McGill St Laurent Climate Solutions case competition! 🔵 ♻️ Link to apply as a team: https://lnkd.in/enpcUHVC Link to find a team: https://lnkd.in/eSh74SZE

In late November, the Desautels Sustainability Network hosted its 4th Annual Sustainability Alumni Cocktail. A heartfelt thank you to all who attended: 🌲 Alumni – Your continued support for our community means so much. Thank you for sharing your experiences and inspiring the next generation. 🪴 Students – Your curiosity and thoughtful questions sparked meaningful conversations. Thank you for engaging and learning with us. It’s always a privilege to bring our community together, and we’re already looking forward to welcoming you at our next event. Stay tuned for more!

In late November, the Desautels Sustainability Network hosted its 4th Annual Sustainability Alumni Cocktail. A heartfelt thank you to all who attended: 🌲 Alumni – Your continued support for our community means so much. Thank you for sharing your experiences and inspiring the next generation. 🪴 Students – Your curiosity and thoughtful questions sparked meaningful conversations. Thank you for engaging and learning with us. It’s always a privilege to bring our community together, and we’re already looking forward to welcoming you at our next event. Stay tuned for more!

Early next year, DSN will be holding its first-ever Case Competition in collaboration with McGill St Laurent, where students will get to explore and learn from the world of carbon markets. Kindly note that the date of the competition has been moved to January 30th, 2025. 🌲 🏛️ ♻️ This is an incredible opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills while developing real-world strategies for sustainability. Participants will work alongside peers to tackle complex environmental challenges and create innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Students, do not forget to apply through the link below by December 13th to secure your spot in this exciting event for free! Spots are limited, so apply early to ensure you do not miss out on this incredible chance to learn, network, and grow. We can’t wait to see you there and discover what you are capable of! Link to apply as a team: https://lnkd.in/enpcUHVC Link to form a team (if you are searching for a team): https://lnkd.in/eSh74SZE

In case you have not heard yet, the 2024 Sustainability Alumni Cocktail will be happening tomorrow from 6 PM - 9 PM at the McGill Faculty Club! This is our flagship event of the year and one you won't want to miss. We look forward to welcoming alumni from a wide range of companies and organizations (see picture). Please do not wait too long to purchase your ticket using the link below as tickets are selling fast. Tickets are open to all alumni and students interested in or working in sustainability: https://lnkd.in/eA-4RJzT

I’m excited to announce that the Desautels Sustainability Network [DSN] Alumni Cocktail will take place on November 20th from 6 PM - 9 PM at the McGill Faculty Club Ballroom! 🎉 At DSN, we connect McGill University students with the marketplace, promoting sustainable business practices that create positive economic, social, and environmental impact. Our goal is to inspire action and foster a future where sustainability is central to every business decision. Join us for an evening of inspiring conversations, networking, and, of course, complimentary drinks and hors d'œuvres! 🍸🥂

The Desautels Sustainability Network is thrilled to officially announce its highly-anticipated 2024 Alumni Cocktail! It would be our utmost pleasure if you would join us for this special evening on November 20th from 6 PM - 9 PM. Connect with McGill alumni who are at the forefront of sustainability while enjoying marvellous conversations at the ornate McGill Faculty Club Ballroom (3450 McTavish St). Do not miss this remarkable opportunity to share insights with passionate changemakers and make meaningful connections with alumni and students alike! Your evening of networking and inspiration will be paired with 2 complimentary drinks as well as a variety of hors-d’œuvres to further heighten your evening. Kindly note that we have a limited number of tickets. Book early using the link below to reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/eA-4RJzT

Yesterday, the Desautels Sustainability Network held its second Industry Spotlight, featuring Ankit Mishra! Ankit has collaborated with organizations such as the OECD - OCDE and Energy Futures Lab and has scaled startups at Alariss Global and Astreas. Thanks to his insightful stories, our Executive team and our newly-joined Mentees had the chance to learn about a variety of subjects, ranging from public policy to Climate Tech. Thank you Ankit for joining us and for sharing valuable guidance to better navigate the sustainability world! P.S. If you're an industry professional and are interested in joining our next Spotlight event, please fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/g9DH35KA

We are thrilled to welcome the Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) as a key partner for the entire year! 🪴 ↗️ This collaboration represents a strong and valuable alliance for DSN, and we couldn’t be happier to have their support in driving forward sustainability initiatives at McGill. The SGI, anchored at McGill University - Desautels Faculty of Management, is a cross-faculty initiative that mobilizes academics, students, industry leaders, and policymakers to build actionable solutions that help businesses transition toward more sustainable economic models. Through their support, we’ll be able to further our mission to engage the McGill community in impactful sustainability projects. We look forward to what’s to come and the meaningful impact this partnership will have on both students and the broader community. Stay tuned for more exciting updates! 〰️ The DSN Team