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From Talk to Walk: Turning Net Zero Pledges into Real-World Impact

10 Jan, 2025
Episode 19

The era of ambiguous net zero pledges is over. It’s time for organizations to translate their commitments into concrete action plans and measurable results.

In this episode Stuart Wright of Aviva and Simin Zhou from UL Solutions share their insights on tackling one of the most pressing challenges for sustainability and net-zero leaders: moving from setting ambitious targets to achieving tangible outcomes. We explore the practical steps, strategies, and innovations required to effectively implement sustainability programs and deliver real-world impact.

Key Learnings from this podcast:

  • Explore the intersection of finance, governance and sustainability, and the increasingly important role financial departments play in driving sustainability initiatives.
  • Discover how to set ambitious yet achievable targets, while ensuring transparency and accountability to stakeholders.
  • Learn actionable steps firms can take to secure funding and deliver meaningful results that align with their 2030 net-zero targets.
  • Understand the critical role of data, comparable metrics and performance-based reporting in driving sustainability and attracting investment.

Host

David Metcalfe

David Metcalfe

CEO and Co-Founder

David is the CEO of Verdantix and co-founded the firm in 2008. Based on his 20 years of experience in technology strategy and research roles he provides guidance on digital st…

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