ESG conference 2024

Join us as we delve deeper into the evolving landscape of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations worldwide. This year’s conference promises to be engaging and insightful, featuring real client case studies and perspectives from industry experts on successful ESG integration and management from legal and tax viewpoints.

Tracks will cover crucial topics such as climate change litigation, the rise of the Independent Power Producers, green financings, supply chain and human rights and the impact of loss of biodiversity on the financial sector. 

This hybrid event will unite industry professionals, thought leaders and legal and tax experts to shed light on the multifaceted aspects of ESG. There will be networking opportunities over lunch and drinks afterwards.

Confirmed speakers include: 

• Diederik Samsom: Renowned Dutch environmentalist and former politician. As part of Frans Timmerman's team responsible for the Green Deal, he will share his thoughts on the implications and social aspects of European initiatives for corporations and financial institutions.
• Olga Smirnova: Manager of Sustainability Reporting at Heineken, will speak about Heineken’s journey regarding the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and share the lessons learned.
• Jean Chabert: CEO and Shareholder at Stanley/Stella, a Belgium-based sustainable B2B apparel brand, will speak about contributing to a fully sustainable supply chain and the steps they are taking to improve the supply chain for a healthier planet and happier people.
• Johannes Duizer: CEO at Sunrock, will discuss the new playground for large scale renewable players (IPPs) in the energy landscape.
• Jady Liong-A-Jin: Head of Tax at The Social Hub, will discuss the B-Corp status in relation to tax governance.
• Robert Spruijt: Head of Sustainable Finance EMEA at ING, will speak about sustainable finance ‘beyond the hype’.
• Stephanie Forrest: Associate at Latham & Watkins, will speak about recent trends and developments in ESG litigation, drawing on her extensive experience as counsel in ESG matters in the UK, Europe and overseas, including in class/group actions and tort litigation against transnational companies. 
• Humberto Delgado Rosa: Director for Biodiversity at the European Commission, DG Environment.  

If you are interested in attending this event, please provide your contact details via the ‘email organiser’ button.