Indiana R2 and Companion Program Risk-Based Closure Guides - 2023 EHS and Sustainability Conference

/

Welcome to the 2023 "Day at the Park" EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. In this talk, KERAMIDA's Mike Devir, Senior Engineer of Land Services, and Brian Harrington, Senior Vice President of Land Services, discuss the specifics of Indiana's Risk-Based Closure Guide (R2) and Companion Program Guides. This talk outlines the primary and notable updates to the guides, including vapor intrusion and contaminated soil policies.

View all 2023 “Day at the Park” Conference Videos here.

Related Videos

Climate Risks and Opportunities - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. According to the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures, one of the most significant and misunderstood risks that organizations face today relates to climate change. While it is widely recognized that continued greenhouse gas emissions will cause further warming of the planet and this warming could lead to damaging effects, the exact timing and magnitude of physical and transitional effects are difficult to estimate and related to the actions that we take today to reduce emissions.

In this presentation, Anastasia Kyrmanidou, Ph.D., Senior Sustainability Analyst at KERAMIDA, discusses different categories of climate-related risks and opportunities, recognizes how climate risks can create financial risk, explains the importance of reporting on climate-related issues that companies face today, and outlines the process for assessing climate-related issues now and into the future.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

GHG Verification and Third-Party Assurance - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. Getting your GHG inventory verified may soon become a mandatory step in light of the proposed SEC rule. Beyond compliance, GHG verification can play an important role in drawing stakeholders, strengthening business partnerships, identifying risks and opportunities, and enabling more informed decision-making.

In this presentation, Xuqing Xiong, Senior Sustainability Engineer at KERAMIDA, will guide you through the GHG Verification and Third-Party Assurance process. You'll gain insights into the significance of verifying your GHG data, and understand the steps involved in achieving verification.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

Climate Transition Plans - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. 2023 has been called the Year of the Climate Transition Plan. Comprehensive Climate Transition Plans include GHG reduction targets and strategies on how an entity plans to meet those targets.

In this talk, Nick McCreary, Vice President of Sustainability & Climate Services at KERAMIDA, discusses establishing GHG reduction targets and strategies for companies and municipalities on how they will meet such targets – based on material needs, financial constraints, and advancements in technology.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference Promo

/

B-Corp Certification 101 - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. Discover how companies can align their interests with those of the broader community, foster economic equity, and contribute to a better future for all.

In this talk, Nicole Peck, Senior Sustainability Analyst at KERAMIDA, discusses the ins and outs of what a B-Corp is and answers the following questions:

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

Sustainable Sports Strategies - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. In this talk, KERAMIDA Senior Sustainability Analyst, Maddy Williams, discusses the crossover between sustainability and sports, and reviews KERAMIDA’s newest think tank – Sustainable Sports Strategies.

At KERAMIDA, we are committed to revolutionizing the world of sports by helping stadiums and sports facilities become more environmentally responsible and economically sustainable. Our Sustainable Sports Strategies services are designed to assist sports organizations, teams, and venues in adopting eco-friendly practices that benefit both the planet and their bottom line.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

Carbon Offsets 101 - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. Carbon offset credits are one the most widely misunderstood topics when it comes to strategies to reach net zero. In this presentation, Steve Loria, Sustainability Analyst at KERAMIDA, answers the following questions:

  • What is a carbon offset?

  • How does a carbon offset compare to a Renewable Energy Certificate (REC)?

  • What are some examples of carbon offset projects?

  • What are common components of quality carbon offset projects?

  • When and how does one purchase carbon offset credits?

  • What role do carbon offsets play in reaching net zero targets?

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

Environmental Justice & Climate Accounting - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA.

In this talk, Amber Greaney, KERAMIDA's Livable City Solutions Manager, discusses the process of conducting a Low-Income and Disadvantaged Community (LIDAC) Analysis. This exercise is mandatory for all states and 63 cities that have received the EPA's Climate Pollution Reduction Grant funding for Climate Action Planning. Businesses can also use the LIDAC analysis to understand how a community project may impact a specific area.

The talk guides you through the process of identifying LIDAC communities, establishing indicators, engaging with LIDAC communities, and identifying, describing, and quantifying the benefits. The talk concludes by bringing the pieces of the project together to understand what the final product should look like.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

Integration of GHG and Air Co-Pollutants - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

/

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. The demand for emissions reporting is at an all-time high. By relying on the well-established understanding of the sources of GHG emissions and air co-pollutants, companies can align compliance and sustainability demands.

In this talk, Wesley Fleming, Vice President of KERAMIDA's Air & Compliance Engineering Services, explains how managing both GHG and co-pollutants effectively leads to increased efficiency and accuracy and strategic reduction opportunities.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.

Related Videos

A Sustainable Future: Kent, Ohio - The Making of a Climate Action Plan

/

Join us as we dive into the heart of Kent, Ohio’s Climate Action Plan - an initiative aimed at building a sustainable future for the vibrant city of Kent, Ohio. In this video, we showcase the collaborative efforts between the city of Kent, as they work hand in hand to address the pressing challenges posed by climate change. Through candid interviews with City staff, community members, and students, we gain valuable insights into the vision, goals, and community-driven initiatives that form the backbone of Kent's Climate Action Plan.

Related Videos

Stormwater Management and Compliance Services

/

Climate Action Plan - Kent, Ohio | City Sustainability Success | KERAMIDA

/

KERAMIDA's Livable City Solutions team assisted the City of Kent, Ohio in developing a Climate Action Plan with the goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. KERAMIDA provided GHG reduction strategies based on intensive community engagement and feedback. Watch this video to learn about the City of Kent's experience working with our team.

Read more about our work with the City of Kent: https://www.keramida.com/projects/climate-action-plan-for-city-of-kent-ohio

KERAMIDA’s Livable City Solutions is a holistic, sustainable city and campus approach that delivers place-based, people-centered strategies grounded in community engagement and equity from inception to implementation. We work with cities, communities, and colleges to create customized, tangible solutions to complex problems.

Related Videos

KERAMIDA + CDP Webinar – Importance of GHG Assurance Today: Maximizing its Value

/

Whether or not the intent for assurance is for CDP's verification purposes, regulatory requirements, or internal confidence that your starting point for any GHG reduction plan is credible, this CDP Bitesize Webinar will guide companies on how to prepare for assurance and understand what to take away from the process.

KERAMIDA's Senior Vice President of Sustainability & Climate Services, Dr. Albert Chung, leads this webinar and draws on his experience of over 15 years in GHG verification in both ESG and regulatory disclosures (California Mandatory Reporting Rule/Cap and Trade Program), to discuss pointers and concepts for businesses to consider.

KERAMIDA is a CDP Global Gold Verification Provider.

Recorded on Thu, Mar 23, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EDT)

Related Videos

KERAMIDA Respirable Silica Mapping

/

KERAMIDA has developed a one-of-a-kind process for mapping respirable silica. This process is available to nearly any type of facility for the purpose of identifying source locations, distribution patterns, and strategic control locations. KERAMIDA’s goal is to provide clients with everything they need to meet their unique compliance obligations.

Related Videos