Three-Day National Seminar On
NAVIGATING ESG INTEGRATION FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
AUGUST 21 – 23, 2024
VENUE : Institute of Management in Kerala, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus
ABOUT THE SEMINAR
The increasing global recognition of the inextricable linkages between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors, climate change, and the pursuit of sustainable development is at the forefront of contemporary discourse. The National Seminar on “Navigating ESG Integration for Climate Resilience & Sustainable Development,” hosted by the Institute of Management in Kerala at the University of Kerala, aims to bring together scholars, policymakers, industry experts, and students to explore the critical role of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria in fostering climate resilience and promoting sustainable development. Sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), this seminar will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, paper presentations, and interactive sessions, leveraging the Institute of Management’s academic excellence and its commitment to sustainability and innovative management practices to drive meaningful discussions and collaborations in addressing global environmental challenges.
The seminar aims to foster a deeper understanding of the interplay between ESG considerations, climate change impacts, and the overarching objectives of sustainability. Key topics to be addressed include ESG frameworks, sustainable finance, corporate social responsibility, government policies, green technologies, social equity, and stakeholder engagement. Furthermore, the event will facilitate the exchange of ideas, research findings, and practical experiences to catalyze meaningful change.
Objectives
- Promote Understanding: Facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between ESG factors, climate change, and sustainable development, underlining their intrinsic interconnectedness.
- Best Practices and Strategies: Identify, discuss, and share best practices, strategies, and case studies that demonstrate successful ESG integration, climate resilience, and SDG implementation across various sectors.
- Impact Assessment: Explore methods for measuring and evaluating the impact of ESG initiatives and sustainable practices on corporate, governmental, and societal levels.
- Fostering Collaboration: Promote stakeholder collaboration and partnerships among government entities, businesses, NGOs, academia, and the broader public to address climate change and sustainable development challenges effectively.