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For those navigating #CSRD and #doublemateriality this will be a helpful session.

A new free #Sustainability Awareness Credential helps participants become aware of concepts they have yet to learn. It examines awareness of cross-cutting concepts, frameworks and practices without delving into sector-specific concepts. #esg #corporatesustainability #leadership #management #economy #markets #innovation #future https://lnkd.in/dqjV3bpg

Sustainability leadership has been gaining ground as a concept, not only in industry but across other types of organizations. Check out the review of literature on the role of sustainability leadership in transforming business organizations from then perspective of my former PhD students Fermin Antonio Y. Yabut, Juancho Dulay Barretto, PhD, and Robert Lizares in the current issue of the Journal of Management for Global Sustainability https://lnkd.in/giDuxmaH

Degrowth is an important topic in my Environmental Stewardship class at Huron University. Ethical leadership requires reevaluating business as usual in fundamental ways. It's encouraging to see the Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) engaging in degrowth conversation. #SustainableFutures #ParticipatoryFutures https://lnkd.in/gbYbQstu

We frequently think about sustainability in terms of resources and their finite supply. However, what about sustainable human energy, thoughts, ideas, and synergy? Powerhouses Patricia Dwyer Founder of The Purpose Business and Dr Victoria Hurth, Technical Author of the British Standard on Purpose-Driven Organisations (PAS808) and Convenor of ISO37000 (Governance of Organisations), are leading a masterclass empowering business leaders in Asia with the tools to unlock purpose for sustainable and successful businesses. The three-part masterclass empowers purpose-driven business models and governance systems, ensuring your organisation's resilience and sustainable success amidst evolving global challenges. Sign up today to meet tomorrow’s challenges: https://lnkd.in/gDDp2kcd. #CorporatePurpose #ResponsibleBusiness #SustainabilityLeadership #AsianBusiness

ICYMI: Sustainability & Negotiation 🌍 "Negotiation is a powerful tool for advancing sustainability goals across environmental, social, and economic dimensions." Professor Brian Ganson Head of the Centre on Conflict and Collaboration, shared insights with The Negotiation Center on how socially responsible negotiation can create lasting value for all stakeholders. https://lnkd.in/dGmbmFbq #Sustainability #Negotiation #Leadership #StellenboschBusinessSchool

🌱 Insights from Our Research on the Green Transition 🌱 As we continue to explore the landscape of sustainability leadership, our recent research in partnership with Oxford Brookes Business School revealed some striking findings regarding the number of employees responsible for the green transition within organizations. 🔍 Key Findings: A significant 72% of organisations have 0-5 employees with formal responsibility for the green transition. Only 16% have between 6-15 employees designated for this vital role. A mere 4% report having 16-49 employees dedicated to the green transition. And just 8% have 50 or more employees focused on sustainability initiatives. These statistics highlight a critical challenge in the journey towards sustainability: the need for dedicated leadership and a broader commitment to the green transition across all levels of an organisation. We believe that empowering more individuals to take on formal responsibility for sustainability efforts is essential for driving meaningful change. It’s time to rethink our structures and embrace collaboration to build teams capable of tackling the pressing environmental challenges we face today. 📈 How many employees in your organisation are engaged in the green transition? Share your thoughts below! 🔗 Link to full report in the comments. #Sustainability #GreenTransition #Leadership #ClimateChange #ClimateChangeCoaches #OxfordBrookes #ResearchInsights

Our New Sustainability Capabilities Report Is Now Published - Sustainability Capabilities for Business Leaders was prepared in partnership with Maynooth University, and Business in the Community Ireland and commissioned by Skillnet Climate Ready Academy and 20FIFTY PARTNERS. Authored by Dr. Jean Cushen from Maynooth University, this report is the first examination of both the beliefs and capabilities of top Irish business leaders when it comes to sustainability. A key focus of Skillnet Ireland. A key finding is a lack of clarity regarding the skills needed to drive sustainable change and effectively implement sustainable practices in organisations. Highlighting the need for a constructive and collaborative response from Government and industry bodies to ensure that all necessary sustainability transition upskilling and support mechanisms are available and effectively communicated to businesses. Key drivers of change for businesses include preparing for the forthcoming Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), aligning with national emissions reduction targets, meeting regulatory obligations, and the desire to position their organisation as an attractive employer. To read the full ‘Sustainability Capabilities for Leaders’ report here: https://lnkd.in/dVn8w3qX

Learn how to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data into your decision-making process and become a producer and leader of sustainable practices. Gain invaluable insights by joining the "Sustainable Leadership in the ESG Era" program on September 16 and position yourself at the forefront of sustainable leadership. Learn more. https://myumi.ch/N6r7j

Thanks to Alexander Kandt and Thomas Wozniewski for supporting my continued learning journey and enabling me to dive deeper into sustainability strategy as a business growth opportunity that supports the triple bottom line (Planet, People, Profit). #SustainabilityEducation #Insead