Thursday, May 2 | 12:30-5:30 p.m.
Warch 324 – Somerset Room
Sustainable Lawrence is thrilled to partner with the New North ESG Planning Committee to host an interactive summit dedicated to exploring the transformative power of sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices in business. This summit aims to catalyze conversations, share insights, and inspire action toward a more sustainable future.
Lawrence University students are invited to attend the Summit at no cost! Students are also invited to attend a special luncheon with the Summit’s guest speakers and featured panelists (11 a.m.-Noon). Seating for the luncheon will be limited!
Interested Faculty and Staff can register using the New North event page. Scroll down beneath the schedule for registration details.
Please don’t hesitate to contact Carter Robinson (carter.robinson@lawrence.edu) with any questions.
Summit Agenda
12:30 – 1 p.m. | Registration Check In & Networking
1 – 1:15 p.m. | Welcome
Kick off the summit with a warm welcome and introduction to our esteemed partners and the purpose of our gathering.
1:15 – 1:45 | The Business Imperative of Sustainability & ESG
Delve into the essential concepts of sustainability and ESG with compelling storytelling examples curated by the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council. Understand the key trends, emerging regulations, and the undeniable business case for integrating sustainability into organizational strategies.
1:45 – 2:30 | How Wisconsin Companies Are Leveraging Sustainability
Discover firsthand how Wisconsin companies, both large and small, are leveraging sustainability to drive innovation and enhance their business practices. Dive into insightful case studies from industry leaders; US Venture, Plexus, Faith Technologies and Menominee Tribal Enterprises (MTE).
2:45 – 3:45 | Panel Conversations: Diving into Topics of Interest
Engage in dynamic panel discussions covering various topics of interest related to sustainability and ESG. Explore sustainability program basics, data-driven sustainability strategies, energy and greenhouse gas management, workforce implications, and more.
4:05 – 4:45 | Networking Breakouts as Roundtables
Participate in roundtable discussions facilitated by volunteer conversation leaders. Delve deeper into topics such as operationalizing sustainability, navigating ESG pressures, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in ESG, federal programs and funding opportunities, and engagement with students on careers in ESG.
4:45 – 5:30 pm. | General Networking & Happy Hour