The Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) defines successful decarbonisation initiatives as those that are informed by the latest scientific evidence on how to achieve the best possible outcomes across broader social and environmental systems. For example, a successful decarbonisation initiative may implement nature-based solutions or technological advancements, while at the same time prioritising measures […]
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What are you doing for ESG?
The Hong Kong Institute of Directors (“HKIoD”) is Hong Kong’spremier body representing directors to foster the long-term successof companies through advocacy and standards-setting in corporategovernance and professional development for directors. A non-profit distributing organisation with membership consisting of directorsfrom listed and non-listed companies, HKIoD is committed toproviding directors with educational programmes and informationservice and establishing […]
Public Private Coalition Reference
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Influencing collective behaviour
NGOs and other community-based organisations can influence policy, business and society, and work to drive the net zero transition. Examples include the World Wildlife Foundation (WWF), World Economic Forum (WEF), Greenpeace and the Fridays for Future movement. Climate activist Greta Thunberg is a clear example of effective individual leadership influencing collective behaviour. In 2018, Thunberg […]
Influencing the business sector
We have seen that businesses across all sectors have recognised the importance of decarbonising business models, operations and supply chains. Many leading companies have publicly declared their intention to reach net zero emissions by 2050. However, some companies are going one step further by setting targets to become carbon negative. This entails reaching absolute net […]
The role of collaboration and leadership
Despite the great strides that have been made in recent years, there is a growing gap between the pledges that are being made and the real reductions in GHG emissions needed to reach net zero. This substantial gap between targets and transformative climate action clearly demonstrates the need for effective leadership to steer us towards […]