Sustainability, ESG, and Climate In the New Era of Regulatory Liability
Presented by KERAMIDA, this 1-day conference will help you “future-proof” your organization.
Today, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) has become a “must-have” component of business operations and strategy. Since ESG impacts a business’ short- and long-term decisions, they must “future-proof” their organizations by analyzing, strategizing, and disclosing their ESG impacts. Attend this conference to identify strategic opportunities and meet competitive challenges.
KERAMIDA is a global Sustainability consultancy advising clients on Climate Change, and Sustainability strategies and reporting for over 20 years. KERAMIDA is a CDP Gold Accredited Solutions Provider and an active member of GRI, SASB and other reporting frameworks.
Details
Date:
October 17
Time:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Venue:
Indiana Chamber of Commerce Center
115 W Washington St, Suite 850S
Indianapolis, IN 46204 United States
In-Person and Virtual Attendance Options Available
Agenda:
8:15 am - Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:45 am - Introductions
9:00 am - Regulatory Requirements and Liabilities: The New Era for ESG
ESG reporting now bears liability. The talk will outline the regulatory requirements and liabilities and present how companies can best prepare to respond and protect themselves.
Vicky Keramida, Ph.D.
CEO & Chief Technical Officer
KERAMIDA Inc.
9:45 am - CSDD - Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive
The new EU Directive imposes Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence obligations on EU and non-EU companies and their suppliers.
Becky Twohey, Ph.D.
GRI, FSA, TCFD Knowledge Hub
Vice President, ESG Strategy, Planning and Reporting
KERAMIDA Inc.
10:15 am - CSRD and Double Materiality - What Is Required and how to Comply
A Materiality Assessment is the foundation for complying with CSRD. The session will include the process for conducting a Double Materiality Assessment that meets CSRD criteria but allows flexibility based on a company’s resources and capacity. KERAMIDA will provide examples of tools we use and best practices.
Emilee O'Neill, GRI Certified Trainer, Cornell Project Management Certified Senior Sustainability Analyst
KERAMIDA Inc.
10:45 am - Break
11:00 am - Supply Chain ESG Regulatory Requirements
The talk will present the current ESG regulatory landscape for Supply Chains and who is affected.
Nikki Peck, EIT, MEM, ENV SP
Senior Sustainability Engineer
KERAMIDA Inc.
11:30 am - Supply Chain - Developing A Procurement ESG Strategy: Best Practices for Complying with Regulations and Building the Business Case
The session will discuss why the development of an effective Procurement Sustainability Strategy needs to involve the entire corporation and the role critical Subject Matter Experts may play. The talk will further address the key elements of an actionable Procurement ESG Strategy
Vicky Keramida, Ph.D.
CEO & Chief Technical Officer
KERAMIDA Inc.
12:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm - Supply Chain GHG Assessment
Companies seeking to meet their GHG reduction goals are decarbonizing their supply chain. Supply chain decarbonization involves reducing GHG emissions throughout the company’s upstream and downstream value chain. KERAMIDA will share best practices and case studies for completing a GHG assessment of your supply chain, which includes engaging suppliers, calculating GHG emissions based on internal and external data, and identifying areas for improvement.
Erica Skowron, M.S., LEED GA, True Advisor
Senior Sustainability Analyst
KERAMIDA Inc.
2:00 pm - Assurance Requirements for ESG Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
KERAMIDA's certified Assurance Team of Accountants and Engineers will discuss the overlapping regulatory and reporting requirements for Assurance and Best Practices.
Brady Koetting, CPA
Senior Sustainability Assurance Manager
KERAMIDA Inc.
Xuqing Xiong, M.S., P.E.
Certified Lead GHG Verifier
Senior Sustainability Engineer
KERAMIDA Inc.
2:45 pm - Break
3:00 pm - Climate Transition Plans for Businesses
KERAMIDA’s experts will discuss current demands and Best Practices for the development of Climate Transition Plans. The talk will include a presentation of CDP's latest report on how far along companies are in developing credible Climate Transition Plans. A discussion of the Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) standards will be included.
Albert Chung, Ph.D., P.E.
ARB Greenhouse Gas Lead Certified
Process Emissions Accredited
Oregon DEQ Lead Greenhouse Gas Verifier
ARB Low Carbon Fuel Standard Lead Verifier
Senior Vice President, Sustainability and Climate Services
KERAMIDA Inc.Becky Twohey, Ph.D.
GRI, FSA, TCFD Knowledge Hub
Vice President, ESG Strategy, Planning and Reporting
KERAMIDA Inc.
3:30 pm - Climate Action Plans for Cities and States
KERAMIDA’s Liveable Cities Initiative experts will discuss how cities are setting feasible and effective decarbonization goals, including strategy development, public participation, data tracking, management, reporting, and software support. Industry's critical role in city and state decarbonization strategies will also be discussed.
Nick McCreary, M.S., LEED AP BD+C
Vice President, Sustainability & Climate Services
KERAMIDA Inc.Amber Greaney, M.P.A., LEED GA, ENV SP
Livable City Solutions Manager
KERAMIDA Inc.
4:00 pm - The Role of ESG in Construction Projects: Lessons Learned for Achieving Certification
LEED and Envision Certifications are highly desirable for inhabited buildings and public works projects, respectively. The talk will address the Sustainability Management Plan needed to achieve such certifications.
Nick McCreary M.S., LEED AP BD+C
Vice President, Sustainability & Climate Services
KERAMIDA, Inc.
4:30 pm - Roundtable Discussion and Q&A
