Join our sustainability experts and budding students for a week of insight into sustainable business practice, biodiversity initiatives, sector specific strategies and more, thanks to The Institute for Corporate Sustainability (ICS).
Led by Richmond Business School, The Institute for Corporate Sustainability (ICS) has been launched to foster and share knowledge on sustainability throughout the University and in the wider community and to contribute to the liberal arts approach of the University as a whole.
What’s on:
Thursday 27th March
Lunch and Learn with Chiswick Park Sustainability Club
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Reception, Building 7, Chiswick Business Park
Biodiversity Talk presented by Nelson Milburn, the Guest Landscaping Manager of Chiswick Park and Steven Packman, Nurture Landscaping Innovation Manager.
Nelson and Steven will guide us through the incredible biodiversity of our park and the broader London area. They will share insights on key initiatives aimed at preserving our environment and provide practical knowledge on how we can all contribute to protecting our planet’s rich biodiversity.
Corporate Biodiversity Reporting and Strategy session led by Richmond’s Inma Ramos, the Director of the Institute for Corporate Sustainability.
Inma will discuss the relationship between business operations and the environment, as well as provide insights into frameworks like the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and Science Based Targets for Nature (SBTN). These frameworks are driving the transformation of modern businesses and encouraging the adoption of corporate strategies that prioritise environmental considerations.
Join the Chiswick Business Park Sustainability club here.
Friday 28th March
Are SDGs Still Relevant for Business Strategy and Reporting? | Sustainability Training
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Classroom 10, Richmond Campus and Online
In today’s rapidly evolving world, sustainability standards are growing more complex, and regulations and reporting requirements are becoming more stringent across the globe. With the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) often seeming broad and somewhat vague, many businesses are asking: Are they still relevant? Whether you’re just starting your journey in corporate sustainability or looking to refine your knowledge, join us for an insightful one-hour training session.
Training led by Richmond’s Inma Ramos, Director of Institute for Corporate Sustainability.
Register here to secure your spot in person!
Do you know your SDGs? | Student Exhibition
2:00pm
Lobby, Richmond Campus
Join MGT 5415 Governance and sustainability students to discover the meaning and applicability of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) in the sectors of Video Streaming, Restaurant Chains and Fashion.
Sector guests
- Amanda Navaian, Owner and entrepreneur, Mārīcī, Richmond Alumna – Fashion – In person
- Caleb Turner, Richmond’s Associate Professor of Film and Communications – Video Streaming – In person
- Jenny Valfre, Brand Manager Chipotle UK, France & Germany, Richmond Alumna – Online on 4th April
Tuesday 1st April
Carbon Literacy Training (Half-Day 1)
9:30am – 1:30pm
Classroom 5, Richmond Campus
Book by Friday 28th March here.
The Institute for Corporate Sustainability (ICS) is pleased to invite faculty and staff to attend Carbon Literacy training.
If you’re wondering what Carbon Literacy Training entails, here’s the definition provided by The Carbon Literacy Project:
“An awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions on an individual, community and organisational basis”.
Upon completion and submission of a brief assessment, successful participants will receive accreditation as Carbon Literate from The Carbon Literacy Project and you will be able to train others on Carbon Literacy (potentially embedding it into your courses if suitable or training other members of your team). This model is based on peer-to-peer teaching.
ICS will cover the cost of obtaining the certification for you.
Please register for the course by Friday, March 28th. Places are limited and will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Free tickets are available here. For any questions or queries, please contact Inma Ramos, who will be providing the training, at [email protected].
Wednesday 2nd April
Carbon Literacy Training (Half-Day 2)
9:30am – 1:30pm
Library Group Study Room, Richmond Campus
Book by Friday 28th March here.
For any questions or queries, please contact Inma Ramos, who will be providing the training, at [email protected].
Friday 4th April
Sustainability Insights at Chipotle
4:00pm
Classroom 6, Richmond Campus
Jenny Valfre, Brand Manager Chipotle UK, France & Germany, Richmond Alumna will provide further insights into sustainability in the sector. In her role, she is responsible for planning new menu items, drives strategy for new restaurant openings, and works internationally to grow awareness and fandom for Chipotle.
Whether you’re a sustainability enthusiast or just curious, come along to learn, connect, and get inspired.
