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

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, CEO, Verdantix

Guests:

• Stuart Wright, Operations Net Zero Delivery Director at Aviva
• Simin Zhou, Vice President, Strategy, Sustainability and Development, Software & Advisory – UL Solutions

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