Xynteo at Climate Week NYC 2024
We’ve surpassed the critical 1.5ºC warming threshold, a red line on climate change that we collectively aimed to avoid. It’s time… to ask the tough questions to unlock progress.
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We’ve achieved a lot to date – but we all know that the hard part is still to come.
To meet our ambitions for a better world, the most fundamental economic systems of our world (heavy industry, energy, and agriculture) must change at a pace and to an extent that we’ve never achieved before. This level of transformation will require deep thinking, collaborative partnerships, and hard work to augment operations, realign supply chains, and reduce carbon footprints.
Now is the moment to identify the true obstacles to progress, devise and implement the solution pathways needed to drive substantial impact, and take hold of a better, more resilient, and more sustainable form of business.
At Climate Week NYC, Xynteo was asking the tough questions to delve deeply into the true barriers to progress, discuss the solutions we have today, and need tomorrow, to overcome the obstacles to meaningful impact.
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Learn more from the industry leaders, experts, thinkers and policy makers who joined our discussions throughout Climate Week NYC.
Sustainable Skylines
Decarbonising the built environment
The built environment accounts for 40% of global carbon emissions, necessitating urgent action to decarbonise construction and building operations.
Throughout this discussion , industry leaders delved deeply into innovative approaches, successes, and the solutions we need to sustainably meet key industry criteria of availability, reliability and cost effectiveness.
Speakers: James Drinkwater, Chair of the Investment Committee at Built by Nature and Head of Built Environment, Laudes Foundation; Guy Grainger, Global Head of Sustainability Services & ESG, JLL; Darshana Myronidis, Group Sustainability Director, Virgin; Deeksha Vats, Chief Sustainability Officer, Aditya Birla Group
This panel discussion was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 24 September 2024 at the Javits Center, NYC.
Aluminium Decarbonisation
Scaling impact and driving ground-level change
Aluminium, a cornerstone of industries from automotive to construction, stands at a critical juncture. While the sector has already achieved the remarkable feat of decoupling aluminium production from CO₂ emissions growth since 2020, the question remains – is progress happening fast enough to meet our climate goals?
At this year’s Climate Week NYC, The International Aluminium Institute (IAI) brought together a ground-breaking panel of industry leaders to tackle this very question.
Hosted by: The International Aluminium Institute (IAI)
Speakers: Maria Alegre, Global Stakeholder Relations Director, Ball; Marlen Bertram, Director, International Aluminium Institute; Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer, Emirates Global Aluminium; Leandro Campos de Faria, Chief Sustainability Officer, Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio; Gunnar Guethenke, Head of Procurement and Supplier Quality, Mercedes Benz; Eivind Kallevik, Chief Executive Officer, Norsk Hydro; Pierre Labat, Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer, Novelis; John Rost, Senior Vice President - Crown Technology, Global Sustainability & Regulatory Affairs, Crown; Jakob Stausholm, Chief Executive Officer, Rio Tinto
This panel discussion was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 24 September 2024 at the Javits Center, NYC.
In the Driving Seat?
EV infrastructure and the future of urban mobility
In the words of every kid in every car back seat ever: “Are we there yet?” When it comes to the EV transition, the answer everywhere excepting a handful of places is resoundingly “no”. But, really, “why aren’t we there yet?” and “should we be getting there faster?”
During Climate Week New York, industry leaders from across the EV value chain came together to tackle these questions. The discussion revealed a complex landscape of challenges and opportunities around vastly different business models, and almost as different perspectives on these critical questions.
Speakers: Megan Allen, Senior Group Product Manager, Geotab; Tom Jensen, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Freyr; Julia Palle, VP Sustainability, Formula E; Chris George, US Co-Lead, Octopus EV; Karin Svensson, Chief Sustainability Officer, Volvo
This panel discussion was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 24 September 2024 at the Javits Center, NYC.
Reap What You Sow
A global food system to support a growing population
As the global population continues to grow, how can we ensure that our food systems not only keep pace, but do so in a way that is environmentally sustainable, resilient, and equitable?
In this wide-ranging discussion, the panel focussed on two critical areas: interventions in sustainable food production and collaborative approaches throughout the value chain. These efforts aim not only to reduce the environmental impact of our food systems but also to facilitate a transition towards more plant-based diets and improved agricultural practices.
Speakers: Lorena Lourido Gomez, Global Food Manager, Ingka; Kevin Muno, Founder and Owner, Perennial Pastures; Barry Parkin, Chief Sustainability Officer, Mars; Sally Smith, Chief Sustainability Officer, Flora Food Group; Daniella Vega, Senior Vice President Health and Sustainability, Ahold Delhaize; Darci Vetter, Senior Vice President and Head of Global Public Policy, PepsiCo
This panel discussion was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 24 September 2024 at the Javits Center, NYC.
Workshops, fireside chats, and roundtables
Leadership in Action
Translating vision into reality in a disruptive world
Effective leadership is critical in navigating the complex landscape of sustainability amidst global disruptions. Leaders must not only articulate compelling visions but also drive actionable strategies that can withstand economic, social, and environmental upheavals.
This session is essential for sustainability leaders seeking to enhance their strategic impact in a volatile world - and we are proud to be joined by Franco Fubini, founder of Natoora, who will take us on his and Natoora's journey.
Speakers: Franco Fubini, founder of Natoora
This workshop was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 24 September 2024 at the Javits Center, NYC.
Fireside Chat and Drinks Reception
Women for People and Planet
Since International Women's Day 2024, Xynteo has been interviewing and profiling women from across business, academy and non-governmental organisations to celebrate their achievements - and learn from their experience.
The evening was be an opportunity to learn from their experiences, make new connections, reestablish old ones, and celebrate all the women dedicating their lives to creating a better future for us all.
Speakers: Susannah Pratt Calvin, Director Environment and Supply Chain Innovation, Apple; Eva Kruse, Chief Global Engagement Officer, Pangaia; Michelle Li, Founder, Women and Climate
This workshop was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 25 September 2024 at the MADE Hotel, NYC.
The Great Plastics Dilemma
Decarbonising supply, onshoring recycling and finding alternatives
The pervasive use of plastics and their environmental impact pose a formidable challenge. This session tackles the intricate issues of decarbonising plastic supply chains, enhancing recycling processes, and exploring viable alternatives, offering critical insights for professionals in materials science, waste management, and policy-making.
Participants: Rob Cameron, VP Global Head of ESG Engagement, Nestle; Danielle Fortier, Chief of Staff, Mission Possible Partnership; Philip Herrey , VP Global Innovation Partnerships, Sustainability Innovation Lab, Mastercard; Suman Jagdev, Partner, Xynteo; John Kornerup Bang, Lead, Sustainable Materials Transition, LEGO Group; Pierre Paslier, Co-founder & Co-CEO , Notpla; Vineet Rai, Founder, Aavishkaar; Sally Smith, Chief Sustainability Officer, Flora Food Group; Grant Sprick, VP Climate and Environment, Ahold Delhaize
This rounddtable was originally held during Climate Week NYC on 26 September 2024 at the MADE Hotel, NYC.
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