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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Networking Event Series: ESG Scores Drinks
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse! \nESG scores and rankings are becoming increasingly important to companies and investors. They have also reached the public sphere: Last year\, the fact that some oil companies performed better on ESG rankings than Tesla made a big splash. Join this Informal Drinks event at S&P Global Switzerland to learn more about this and ESG scores in general! \nESG scores aim to measure a company’s management of financially relevant ESG (Environmental\, Social & Governance) risks and opportunities. They are carried out by ratings organizations\, both commercial and not-for-profit. \nHow can ESG scores assist companies in improving their environmental and social performance? How is ESG data collected and audited? Why do ESG scores from different rating companies diverge so much? \nJoin us for this informal event on April 4th to discuss these and more questions with like-minded people. We will hear from two  companies and discuss together the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. \nFurther questions we’d like to discuss: \n\nHow are ESG ratings frameworks developed?\nWhat is the balance between ES and G?\nWhat are the main focuses of the various rating agencies?\nCan we compare different industries?\nAre ESG scores a good proxy for corporate social responsibility?\nWhat is the contribution\, if any\, of ESG scores to making companies more sustainable?\n\nBring your questions and join us for a lively discussion on ESG scores and enjoy networking with other professionals in the field. \n– \nESG-Scores und -Rankings gewinnen zunehmend an Bedeutung und haben inzwischen auch die Öffentlichkeit erreicht: Im vergangenen Jahr sorgte die Tatsache\, dass einige Ölunternehmen bei ESG-Rankings besser abschnitten als Tesla\, für grosses Aufsehen. Nehmt an unserem Informal Drinks Event bei S&P Global Switzerland teil\, um mehr über dieses Thema zu erfahren! \nESG-Scores zielen darauf ab\, den Umgang eines Unternehmens mit finanziell relevanten ESG (Environmental\, Social & Governance) Risiken und Chancen zu messen. Sie werden sowohl von kommerziellen als auch gemeinnützigen Rating-Organisationen durchgeführt. \nWie können ESG-Scores Unternehmen dabei helfen\, ihre ökologische und soziale Leistung zu verbessern? Wie werden ESG-Daten erhoben und geprüft? Warum weichen die ESG Ergebnisse der verschiedenen Rating-Unternehmen so stark voneinander ab? \nTrefft uns am 4. April\, um mit uns diese und andere Fragen zu diskutieren. Wir werden von zwei Unternehmen hören und gemeinsam über die Herausforderungen und Chancen diskutieren\, die vor uns liegen. \nWeitere Fragen\, die wir gerne aufgreifen möchten: \n\nWie werden ESG-Ratings Frameworks entwickelt?\nWie ist das Gleichgewicht zwischen ES und G?\nWas sind die Schwerpunkte der verschiedenen Rating-Agenturen?\nKönnen wir verschiedene Branchen vergleichen?\nSind ESG-Scores ein guter Indikator für die soziale Verantwortung von Unternehmen?\nWelchen Beitrag leisten ESG-Scores\, wenn überhaupt\, um Unternehmen nachhaltiger zu machen?\n\n\n–
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-networking-event-series-esg-scores-drinks/
LOCATION:S&P Global\, Neumühlequai 6\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8001\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Sustainability Reporting
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SUMMARY:Scope 3 Kick Off Event - The inescapable giant in reaching net zero
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to kick off our Scope 3 Event Series with our Partner\, Siemens! \nWith our Scope 3 Event Series\, we aim to address the significant challenges companies face in achieving net zero along their entire value chain (Scope 3). In this first event\, we want to give a general overview of what Scope 3 emissions are\, discuss the challenges in tackling them\, and their importance in the bigger scheme of things to reach the global decarbonization targets. \nA company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are distinguished between different categories\, or so-called “scopes” – Scope 1\, Scope 2 and Scope 3. While Scope 1 emissions are caused directly by a company through its operating activities\, Scope 2 emissions are generated indirectly through the purchase of electricity\, for example\, for cooling or heating buildings. Scope 3 emissions\, on the other hand\, are emissions that are not directly associated with the company but that the company is still indirectly responsible for\, up and down its value chain. And this is where it gets tricky! \nScope 3 emissions could\, for example\, stem from buying products from its suppliers\, from its products when customers use them or from the operations of a company’s investments and they are divided into 15 categories as laid out by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (pages 34-37). \nThese emissions are not only the most difficult to account for\, but also the most important to tackle. In terms of emissions\, Scope 3 is almost always where a company has the largest footprint. Only by reducing emissions along the entire value chain (up- and downstream)\, can a company truly achieve net zero emissions. \nBreak-out Discussions will be: \n\nWorking with suppliers\, especially SMEs\nHow to ensure data is reliable\nComplying with regulation\nCost – Who pays for the transition?\nBuy-in from Management and employees\n\n–
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/scope-3-kick-off-event-the-inescapable-giant-in-reaching-net-zero/
LOCATION:Siemens Schweiz AG\, Theilerstrasse 1a\, Zug\, 6300\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Emissions Reduction & Net Zero Roadmaps
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Members-Only Informal Drinks - Meet the new Managing Director!
DESCRIPTION:We warmly welcome our members and partners to meet us for this Informal Drinks event!\n\n\nWe warmly welcome our members and partners to meet our new managing director\, Johannes Pokorny. Johannes has been involved in the performing arts business working for promoters\, agencies\, orchestras and international art networks in different countries.  \nWhat has art to do with sustainability? Come and discuss with us how important both are for society and what plans Johannes has for GreenBuzz.  \nAs we prepare for the next chapter of GreenBuzz\, we are excited to hear your thoughts\, tell you the plans of the permanent GreenBuzz team and move together to the next level of impact in Zurich and beyond. \nThis is an informal event\, but please register as the capacity is limited. \nMeet us on March 14th at The Bridge\, which caters to all cuisine tastes. Drinks and food will be available to buy\, spend an enjoyable few hours in the company of fellow buzzers! \nImportant note: This is a members- and partners-only event and is not open to the public. Not a member yet? Find more information here.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-members-only-informal-drinks-meet-the-new-managing-director-2/
LOCATION:BRIDGE\, 22 Europaallee\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8004\, Switzerland
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT -  Climate Change & Biodiversity Loss - How do we tackle both?
DESCRIPTION:It is time to put biodiversity back on the agenda again! Join us and WWF on February 28th\, 2023\, to discuss this important issue.\n\n\nBiodiversity loss has been pushed out of the global agenda by climate change\, even though both issues are closely linked\, have similar impacts on human welfare and need to be tackled urgently\, together. \nIn fact\, the architects of the Paris Agreement say: “There is no pathway to limiting global warming to 1.5C without action on protecting and restoring nature. Only by taking urgent action to halt and reverse the loss of nature this decade\, while continuing to step up efforts to rapidly decarbonise our economies\, can we hope to achieve the promise of the Paris Agreement.” (The Guardian; November 2022) \nIn their Living Planet Report (2022)\, WWF found that there has been a catastrophic average decline of 69% in species populations since 1970. “A million plant and animal species are threatened with extinction\, we have lost half of the world’s corals and lose forest areas the size of 27 football fields every minute.” This is alarming\, as we are highly dependent on a thriving natural ecosystem to provide us with our essential human needs\, such as food\, clothing\, medicine etc.  \nIt becomes clear that\, just like in the case of climate change\, businesses need to care about biodiversity. There are immense risks attached to an ever warming planet and biodiversity loss. At the same time\, this dual crisis should not be reduced to just a discussion about risk. Right now\, businesses have the opportunity to have a positive impact on both the climate and biodiversity regeneration! \nAt this event\, we therefore want to get to the bottom of questions like:  \n\nHow are climate change and biodiversity loss interconnected? \nHow can they be tackled together\, as a dual crisis? \nWhat’s the role of businesses\, and why should they care? \n\nSo\, it is time to put biodiversity back on the agenda again! Join us and WWF on February 28th\, 2023\, to discuss this important issue.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-climate-change-biodiversity-loss-how-do-we-tackle-both-2/
LOCATION:responsAbility\, Zollstrasse 17\, Zürich\, 8005\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity & Climate Change
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230125T210000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - New Year’s Event: Sustainability Trends of 2023
DESCRIPTION:Let’s start 2023 with a positive mindset and bring hope for new opportunities – just like we did at the beginning of 2022! Our last New Year’s Event was such a buzzing success that we decided to build on it. \nTogether with you\, we want to highlight the most relevant and pressing sustainability trends of the upcoming year. The outcomes will directly impact our GreenBuzz 2023 calendar. \nWe’re adding new\, inspirational and topical themes to our discussion groups\, we’re inviting you to reflect on this year’s learnings and look towards the biggest sustainability trends in the new year. We all know how quickly the field of sustainability changes\, so there is always something new to learn. \nTill Kellerhoff\, Program Director of The Club of Rome and Project Coordinator of the Earth4All Initiative will give a keynote speech. Be part of the discussion & share what you think will be the most important sustainability topics in your field or industry! \nWe will have group discussions with the following themes: \n\nCircular Economy\nSustainable Finance & Investing\nSustainability Reporting\nEmissions Reduction & Net Zero Roadmaps\nCarbon Budget\, Credits and Offsetting\nEnergy Transition\nBiodiversity & Climate Change\nFood & Agriculture\nTourism\, Travel and Mobility\nConstruction & Buildings\nEquality\, Migration and Health\nTrends in 2023 – Open Discussion\n\nWe have said it many times before and we’ll say it again: We need to come together\, collaborate\, learn from each other and act now if we want to reach our sustainability goals. \nLet’s get inspired to do more – Come buzz with us!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-new-years-event-sustainability-trends-of-2023/
LOCATION:WWF Schweiz\, Hohlstrasse 110\, Zurich\, 8010\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Key Sustainability Trends
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221213T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
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SUMMARY:Christmas Buzzing - Let’s end the year together!
DESCRIPTION:GreenBuzz invites members\, partners and those keen to get to know us to join us for a Christmas buzzing to end the year together! \nThis year\, we are asking for your support. GreenBuzz has brought to you 20+ events this year on topics including EU taxonomy\, energy transition\, sharing economy\, digitalisation and many more. However\, it has been a challenging two years in recovering from the Covid pandemic\, and in order to be able to continue offering high-quality\, well-prepared buzzing events\, we need the support of our community! \nHow can you support? \n\nBuy a membership to continuously support our activities (plus enjoy the amazing value and benefits of our memberships)!\nGive us a donation of your choosing when registering for this event\nDonate food and/or drinks for this event*\nBuy entry to a future event as a Christmas gift to a friend\, details to follow\n\nGreenBuzz is a not-for-profit organisation with limited resources. We therefore appreciate all of your ideas\, donations and support as we continue to build and drive sustainability forward. \nThis event will be a chance for you to give back\, bring some food\, donate to our costs and brainstorm on ways we can continue to buzz. Join us and be part of the solution! \nThank you for supporting GreenBuzz and making it possible to offer high quality events on a big range of sustainability topics!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/christmas-buzzing-lets-end-the-year-together/
LOCATION:WWF Switzerland\, 110 Hohlstrasse\, Zurich\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221208T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221208T210000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Networking Event Series: ESG vs. Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse. \nWe are inviting you to join us in addressing the question: ESG vs. Sustainability – Are we measuring the right things? \nIn less than 20 years\, the ESG movement (Environmental\, Social & corporate Governance) has grown from a corporate social responsibility initiative – launched by the United Nations in 2006 – into a global phenomenon. Representing more than US$30 trillion in assets under management by 2018 (GreenBiz)\, it is expected that ESG assets will rise to more than 50 trillion US$ by 2025 (Bloomberg) – more than a third of the $140.5 trillion in projected total assets under management. \nWhile the uprising of ESG criteria isn’t under question\, it’s important to understand the relationship between ESG and Sustainability. Even though some are using the terms ESG and sustainability nearly interchangeably\, this isn’t always possible or useful and can cause confusions. One example of the controversy surrounding this topic was the recent Tesla-exclusion from the S&P 500 ESG Index\, which led to a lot of discussions and open questions we want to address: \n\nDo the aspects environmental\, social and governance describe the sustainability of a company sufficiently?\nDo we need to weigh some aspects more than others?\nShould we include other variables?\nWhich existing frameworks (for both ESG and sustainability) do we use\, and how could they be improved?\nCan sustainability even be reduced to a clear set of variables?\n\nWe look forward to two short inputs to spark the discussion by: \n\nMahendra Gunasekera\, Senior ESG officer\, responsAbility\nAurelia Figueroa\, Global Head of Sustainability\, Breitling\nModerated by Philipp Staudacher\, SDG evangelist\, radicant bank\n\nJoin us at responsAbility for this event to better understand the connection between ESG criteria and sustainability and discuss the question: “Are we measuring the right things?” \n– \nWir laden euch dazu ein\, mit uns der Frage nachzugehen: ESG vs. Nachhaltigkeit – Messen wir die richtigen Dinge? \nIn weniger als 20 Jahren hat sich die ESG-Bewegung (Environmental\, Social & Corporate Governance) von einer Initiative zur sozialen Verantwortung von Unternehmen – die 2006 von den Vereinten Nationen ins Leben gerufen wurde – zu einem globalen Phänomen entwickelt. Das verwaltete Vermögen belief sich 2018 auf mehr als 30 Billionen US-Dollar (GreenBiz)\, und es wird erwartet\, dass die ESG-Vermögenswerte bis 2025 auf mehr als 50 Billionen US-Dollar ansteigen werden (Bloomberg) – mehr als ein Drittel der prognostizierten 140\,5 Billionen US-Dollar an verwaltetem Gesamtvermögen. \nAuch wenn der Aufschwung von ESG-Kriterien nicht in Frage steht\, ist es wichtig\, die Beziehung zwischen ESG und Nachhaltigkeit zu verstehen. Auch wenn einige die Begriffe ESG und Nachhaltigkeit fast austauschbar verwenden\, ist dies nicht (immer) möglich oder sinnvoll und kann zu Verwirrungen führen. Ein Beispiel für die Kontroverse rund um dieses Thema war der jüngste Ausschluss von Tesla aus dem S&P 500 ESG-Index\, der zu vielen Diskussionen und offenen Fragen geführt hat\, zum Beispiel: \n\nBeschreiben die Aspekte Umwelt\, Soziales und Governance die Nachhaltigkeit eines Unternehmens ausreichend?\nMüssen wir einige Aspekte stärker gewichten als andere?\nSollten wir weitere Variablen einbeziehen?\nWelche bestehenden Rahmenwerke (sowohl für ESG als auch für Nachhaltigkeit) verwenden wir\, und wie könnten sie verbessert werden?\nLässt sich Nachhaltigkeit überhaupt auf eine klare Reihe von Variablen reduzieren?\n\nWir freuen uns auf zwei kurze Beiträge zur Anregung der Diskussion von: \n\nMahendra Gunasekera\, Senior ESG-Beauftragter\, responsAbility\nAurelia Figueroa\, Global Head of Sustainability\, Breitling\n\nModeriert von Philipp Staudacher\, SDG evangelist\, radicant bank \nNehme auch an dieser Veranstaltung teil\, um die Verbindung zwischen ESG-Kriterien und Nachhaltigkeit besser zu verstehen und die Frage zu diskutieren: “Messen wir die richtigen Dinge?” Wir freuen uns darauf\, euch bei responsAbility zu begrüssen!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-networking-event-series-esg-vs-sustainability/
LOCATION:responsAbility\, Zollstrasse 17\, Zürich\, 8005\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Sustainability Reporting
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: COP27 - Let’s talk about solutions!
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, thousands of representatives from business\, government\, academia and NGOs from all over the world meet to discuss climate change at COP (Conference of Parties). Previous COPs led to the Kyoto Protocol\, which was signed in 1997\, and the Paris Agreement of 2015. Both agreements had a significant influence on climate protection and are cited regularly in regulations\, policies and carbon reduction goals from companies. \nWhile we must not neglect the successes of the past COPs\, there are also some frustrations. For example\, critical voices say that COPs are usually over-represented by industries who have large carbon footprints\, that there is a lack of attendees from the Global South and that the fact that any final measures must be agreed upon by consensus leads to very conservative compromises\, in short: we need more action and less talk. \nThis year’s COP\, which takes place from 6-18th November in Egypt\, has four focus areas: Mitigation\, Adaptation\, Finance and Collaboration. We are hopeful that the discussions will lead to concrete actions. \nQuestions we will discuss include: \n\nWhat was decided at COP27?\nWhat changes will this bring to governments and businesses?\nWhat are possible solutions and paths forward for climate change mitigation\, adaptation and sustainable finance and collaboration?\nWhat do we need from COP28?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-cop27-lets-talk-about-solutions/
LOCATION:Kulturpark\, Pfingstweidstrasse 16\, Zurich\, 8005\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221116T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221116T200000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Successful B2C Communication - Or is it just greenwashing?
DESCRIPTION:Many companies are working on their sustainability strategies with renewed purpose. They are driving innovation and moving forward in becoming carbon neutral\, delivering their sustainability goals\, investing in impact funds or participating in the circular economy. However\, to be successful businesses must communicate this effectively and simply to their consumers. \nMore than ever consumers are demanding companies to be sustainable. Accordingly\, more money is flowing to ‘green companies’. At the same time\, consumers are increasingly aware and skeptical of greenwashing. Oftentimes\, it is the companies\, especially smaller ones\, that do most or a lot for sustainability that are the least vocal about it. They can be overlooked compared to companies that communicate about their sustainability efforts openly and loudly. \nSo how should the former companies communicate successfully to their consumers? How do they grow their market share of the new sustainability-aware generation? \nThese three principles play a central role in achieving great B2C sustainability communication: \n\nCommunication must be understandable. What exactly is sustainable about the product or service?\nThe communication must show the added value. What personal benefit does the sustainability aspect bring?\nThe communication must be honest. Is what is promised really delivered in terms of sustainability?\n\nJoin our workshop on November 16th to hear how companies have succeeded in doing this. We will learn from Friederike Vinzenz who holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Media and Communication Science with a focus on sustainability communication. At RoomFor\, she advises institutions and companies in the field of sustainability communication and supports the implementation of complex goals and action plans by means of data analysis. \nWho is this workshop for? \nSustainability and communication professionals working in SMEs\, corporations and startups.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/workshop-successful-b2c-communication-or-is-it-just-greenwashing/
LOCATION:SmallPdf Ltd.\, Steinstrasse 21\, Zurich\, 8003\, Switzerland
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: Employee Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:The mental health of employees is a core piece to a company’s sustainability. As such\, it represents an important pillar in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) because\, as the World Health Organization (WHO) acknowledges\, “there can be no health or sustainable development without mental health.” In fact\, Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 promotes good health & well-being at all ages.This means that any company that aims to be(come) sustainable needs to address this issue. \nExternal stressors\, such as the COVID pandemic and the war in Ukraine\, have worsened the global mental health crisis. Additionally\, individuals are more and more aware of global challenges like climate change\, hunger\, inequality\, which can lead to increased anxiety and overall deteriorating mental health. \nEmployees with good mental health are more likely to stay at a company. 22% of staff leaving organisations cite mental health reasons for doing so\, this rises to 77% for Gen Z employees (2019 Mental Health at Work Report). So for productivity and also retention it is vital that mental health is prioritised. \nBut what are some of the measures companies can take? For example\, they can make sure to create a supportive culture that is free from stigma and encourages employees to seek help when needed. They can train supervisors who recognize the warning signs of workers that may be struggling with mental health and to direct them to the appropriate support systems. And there are many more steps companies can take.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-employee-mental-health/
LOCATION:Kulturpark\, Pfingstweidstrasse 16\, Zurich\, 8005\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Social Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221027T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221027T210000
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: Science-Based Targets Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Launched in 2015\, the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) was one of the first frameworks for corporate emission reduction target setting in line with climate science\, an impactful tool to drive net zero ambitions. The SBTi was formed by the Carbon Disclosure Project\, the United Nations Global Compact\, World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).\n\nThe Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi):\n\n“Defines and promotes best practice in emissions reductions and net-zero targets in line with climate science.\nProvides technical assistance and expert resources to companies who set science-based targets in line with the latest climate science.\nBrings together a team of experts to provide companies with independent assessment and validation of targets.\nThe SBTi is the lead partner of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign – an urgent call to action from a global coalition of UN agencies\, business and industry leaders\, mobilizing companies to set net-zero science-based targets in line with a 1.5°C future.”\n\nA commitment to the SBTi can bear many opportunities for companies\, such as bottom line savings\, regulatory resilience\, investor confidence\, competitive advantage\, innovation and more. Nearly 3\,500 companies from across all sectors have signed up for the SBTi worldwide\, over 80 big companies in Switzerland. As the initiative’s influence has grown\, so have questions about the accuracy of its ratings and the ongoing reporting\, other questions include… \n\nWhat are the goals of the SBTi\, how was it founded?\nWhat tracking is in place to ensure committed goals are reached?\nWhat happens after a company’s climate action plan is approved by the SBTi?\nAre there control or reviewprocesses in place? How is data on their progress collected?\nCan middle-sized or small companies comply?\nWhat should a company consider when signing up to the SBTi?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-science-based-targets-initiative/
LOCATION:WWF\, 110 Hohlstrasse\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8010\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Emissions Reduction & Net Zero Roadmaps,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221006T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T180823Z
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: Digitalization as a Key to Decarbonization?
DESCRIPTION:Digitalization is a megatrend\, with many seeing data as being the new number one raw material. Much hope is placed on digital innovations to solve some of the major challenges of our time\, such as decarbonization\, creating transparency along supply chains and more. Is digitalization really the key to making net zero a reality? What are the downsides to it? And where is caution required?\nAt this event\, together with our partner EY we want to approach the question of how digitalization can drive sustainability\, especially in hard-to-abate industries. After taking a look at the general opportunities and risks of digitalization for sustainability\, we then want to look more closely at the example of blockchain.\nBlockchain technology is one of many emerging technologies that has the potential to help solve some of the environmental problems that we face today. It can be used for: supply chain monitoring and tracking\, innovative financial instruments\, peer-to-peer trading of tokenized values and enabling decentralized systems of energy.While blockchain bears many great opportunities it also comes with some controversies and challenges. For example\, while blockchain can provide much more transparency along supply chains\, it is often added to a supply chain and therefore causes additional energy consumption.\n\nAre we driving an apathy to climate change\, due to a belief that technology will solve the problem?\nHow do we manage the energy demands of a blockchain?\nWhat are the exciting emerging applications of blockchain?\nWhere do we need to focus to avoid the downsides of blockchain?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-digitalization-as-a-key-to-decarbonization/
LOCATION:Ernst & Young AG\, 1 Maagplatz\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8005\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220922T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T180847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140635Z
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SUMMARY:Networking Event Series: Pensions\, Sleeping Giants?
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse. \nPension funds in Switzerland manage around 1\,350 billion Swiss francs (Klima-Allianz). Without getting much attention\, pension funds are among the largest and most influential investor groups and can steer the companies in which they invest. So join us to talk about these sometimes seemingly “sleeping giants” with the potential for tremendous impact. \nWhile some pension funds have already started making their investments more sustainable\, the majority still invest in fossil fuels and other non-sustainable technologies . Furthermore\, most pension funds lack transparency\, making decision making harder. For over 1\,200 pension funds\, managing around 300 billion of assets\, there isn’t any data publicly available about their investment portfolios. \nFortunately\, there is movement in different pension funds. While some smaller pension funds have been pioneers in sustainable investments for decades\, due to the pressure of different stakeholders others are also starting to move in the right direction\, trying to be in line with the Paris Agreement. \nAt this event we will discuss the current situation of pension funds in Switzerland and understand the options pension funds have to invest more sustainably as well as the possibilities of companies and individuals for impactful long-term pensions. \nKey questions for discussion will include: \n\nWhat does a sustainable pension fund look like?\nWhat are pension funds doing to ensure their investments are sustainable?\nHow do pension funds align sustainable investments with their duty of protecting the retirement funds of their members?\nWhere are the hurdles of pension funds investing more sustainably on a large scale?\nWhat can be done on the client side to steer pension funds into a more sustainable direction?\n\n– \nDie Pensionskassen in der Schweiz verwalten rund 1.350 Milliarden Schweizer Franken (Klima-Allianz). Ohne viel Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen\, gehören Pensionskassen damit zu den größten und einflussreichsten Investorengruppen und können die Unternehmen\, in die sie investieren\, steuern. Wir laden euch ein mit uns über diese manchmal als “schlafende Riesen” erscheinenden Akteure mit dem Potenzial eines grossen Impacts zu reden. \nZwar haben einige Pensionskassen bereits damit begonnen\, ihre Investitionen nachhaltiger zu gestalten\, doch die meisten investieren immer noch in fossile Brennstoffe und andere nicht nachhaltige Praktiken. Außerdem mangelt es vielen Pensionskassen an Transparenz\, was die Entscheidungsfindung erschwert. Für über 1 200 Pensionskassen\, die rund 300 Milliarden an Vermögenswerten verwalten\, gibt es keine öffentlich zugänglichen Daten über ihr Anlageportfolio. \nGlücklicherweise gibt es in verschiedenen Pensionskassen Bewegung. Während einige kleinere Pensionskassen schon seit Jahrzehnten Pionierarbeit im Bereich der nachhaltigen Anlagen leisten\, beginnen auch andere unter dem Druck verschiedener Interessengruppen\, sich in die richtige Richtung zu bewegen und sich im Einklang mit dem Pariser Abkommen zu bringen. \nIn dieser Veranstaltung werden wir die aktuelle Situation der Pensionskassen in der Schweiz erörtern und verstehen\, welche Möglichkeiten sowohl Pensionskassen\, als auch Unternehmen und Einzelpersonen haben\, um nachhaltiger zu investieren und eine wirkungsvolle langfristige Altersvorsorge zu gewährleisten. \nZu den wichtigsten Fragen\, die diskutiert werden sollen\, gehören: \n\nWie sieht eine nachhaltige Pensionskasse aus?\nWas tun Pensionskassen\, um sicherzustellen\, dass ihre Anlagen nachhaltig sind?\nWie bringen Pensionskassen nachhaltige Investitionen mit ihrer Pflicht in Einklang\, die Altersvorsorge ihrer Mitglieder zu schützen?\nWo liegen die Hürden für Pensionskassen\, in größerem Umfang nachhaltig zu investieren?\nWas kann auf Kundenseite getan werden\, um Pensionskassen in eine nachhaltigere Richtung zu lenken?\n\n\n–
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/networking-event-series-pensions-sleeping-giants/
LOCATION:Robeco Switzerland Ltd\, 216 Josefstrasse\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8005\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Finance & Investing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220915T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T180902Z
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SUMMARY:Excursion: Tour Through The Circle - Switzerland's Largest Green Building
DESCRIPTION:The Circle at Zurich Airport meets the highest environmental standards for construction and operation. It is not only LEED Platinum certified but also fulfils Minergie standard – join us at this tour through Switzerland’s largest green Building and see what is possible! \nThe building sector\, especially in Switzerland\, carries a great responsibility in our journey of decarbonisation\, accounting for 23.9% of Switzerland’s GHG emissions (BAFU\, 2020). Certifications and labels can be a useful tool in the transition to a greener building sector. \nLEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the internationally best-known building label. A successful LEED certification confirms that a building has been developed\, planned and realised according to measurable sustainable aspects. Although various established building labels are available in Switzerland\, interest in LEED on the part of building owners\, investors and planners has increased significantly in recent years. There are now LEED-certified buildings in over 150 countries around the world – and The Circle is one of them! Minergie is another important standard in Switzerland that is becoming increasingly recognised globally. The Circle is Switzerland’s largest Minergie certified building – it is a standard that leads the way to net zero energy systems in buildings and fossil-free operation. \nThe Circle features a compact footprint of just 30\,000 m². Heating and cooling needs are met with energy stored in underground thermal storage units\, while energy and water consumption are minimised through energy recovery. The photovoltaic installation on the roof of the building harnesses another source of natural energy.\nAround the building\, a nature based approach has been used to promote biodiversity in the area and create and maintain important low moorlands which are of national importance. \nJoin us on September 15th on a tour through The Circle and an additional discussion with Danai Tamvakera (LEED AP)\, Project Lead at Amstein+Walthert\, to learn more fascinating background information about the LEED Certification and this state-of-the-art energy efficient building!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/excursion-tour-through-the-circle-switzerlands-largest-green-building/
LOCATION:The Circle 41\, The Circle 41\, Kloten\, ZH\, 8302\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220908T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220908T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T180920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140649Z
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SUMMARY:Informal Drinks: SDG16 in Times of Conflict - Should it matter to business?
DESCRIPTION:“There is no sustainability without peace\, and no peace without sustainability.” – Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 16) \nFollowing the outbreak of war in Ukraine\, we said that GreenBuzz would examine the link between war & sustainability and why promoting positive peace is so important. \nOn September 8th\, we will therefore host informal drinks to talk about different forms of peace\, and what it implies for politics\, businesses and society. We will use SDG 16 as a starting point for this discussion and why it should matter to business. \nMilitary conflicts have a severe impact on the environment\, society and economy\, causing massive destruction and suffering in the regions affected. At the end of 2021\, the total number of people worldwide who were forced to flee their homes due to conflicts\, violence\, fear of persecution and human rights violations was 89.3 million\, the highest level recorded by the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) in almost seven decades. \nWhat can businesses do to ensure they do no harm in regions they operate in? Should weapons be included in sustainable investments? We are joined by Dr Evelyn Dietsche who heads the Business & Peace programme of Swisspeace and Rachel Whittaker Head of Sustainable Investment Research\, Robeco to provoke an interesting discussion\, moderated by Marie Froehlicher. \nBut even in the absence of war\, the arms industry\, maintenance of armed forces and their training place an enormous burden on the environment. \nInterestingly SDG 16 includes the greatest number of targets (16) of all the 17 SDGs\, it also entails the least implementation measures (2) to achieve it. Why is that? And why is it so difficult to develop concrete steps of action in this regard? What is the role of peace in sustainable development\, and is it being talked about enough?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/informal-drinks-sdg16-in-times-of-conflict-should-it-matter-to-business/
LOCATION:Kulturpark\, Pfingstweidstrasse 16\, Zurich\, 8005\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Social Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220825T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220825T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T180947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T120134Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Summer Party - Come Buzz With Us
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to celebrate summer in Zurich with us and all the fantastic achievements in sustainability that we are witnessing. We are well aware that we have a huge challenge ahead to make sustainability the new normal in business\, but GreenBuzz is on a mission and we are happy to have so many new members and partners on board with us. \nThis year we will be on the rooftop of a bar in Altstetten\, we will enjoy the views across Zurich and be inspired for the year to come. We thank our longtime supporter and partner Vontobel for partnering with us to bring this celebration to you. \nWe will welcome you with drinks\, nibbles and some networking in the GreenBuzz way\, so you are sure to leave feeling inspired and refreshed\, and ready to accelerate the sustainable shift we are seeing across businesses in Zurich and beyond. \nCome and meet our GreenBuzz crowd and make some new meaningful connections. \nThis occasion will also be a golden opportunity for those new or interested in GreenBuzz to come and meet their new Zurich sustainability network! Colleagues\, friends\, and family who are interested in sustainability or who wish to start their professional path in this direction\, are warmly welcomed to join the conversation and fun. Please sign up individually. \nPartners\, members\, and the volunteer team are welcome to join as our guests.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/annual-summer-party-come-buzz-with-us/
LOCATION:Kantine Hermetschloo\, 70 Hermetschloostrasse\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8048\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220616T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140703Z
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: Sustainable Energy System - Who Will Lead the Way?
DESCRIPTION:Technical innovation\, massive business model change and societal adaptation are inevitable if we are to build a sustainable energy system. But how do we get there? What steps should we take? And who will lead the way? We dive into this topic and take an interdisciplinary approach with our event partner\, the Energy Science Center of ETH Zurich\, and our host\, Siemens. \nEnergy demands are evolving fast. Nations are moving to build more self-reliance on their energy systems. We have an increasing demand for electricity and at the same time\, we have aggressive goals to cut carbon emissions. Energy infrastructure projects will require long-term investments\, so finance and governments are key to the solutions. \nThe only way to tackle the complex problem we face is through an interdisciplinary approach. Cutting-edge research is being done\, but what can we learn? What support is required? \nAt this event\, we will hear expert inputs by three keynote speakers from academia\, business and the public sector. After these inputs\, we will have the exclusive opportunity to dive deep into the topic by learning from eight doctoral students researching the hurdles and working on specific solutions for a sustainable energy system. \nJoin us to discuss the following questions – moderated by Christian Schaffner – and to learn from the doctoral students who are immersed in these topics: \n\nHow can energy policy support the speed of technical innovation?\nHow can green energy models be economically favorable?\nWhat is the latest research on biofuels\, semiconductor efficiency\, managing hydropower dams\, carbon capture and storage\, the future of transport?\nWhat are government and societal roles around the storage and transport of nuclear waste?\n\nWe are happy to announce that this event is hosted by Siemens in their state of the art Swiss Headquarters in Zug. The Siemens Campus is a great example of the interplay between new technological solutions and the energy efficiency and sustainability they bring with them. \nSpeaker inputs by: \n\nKristina Orehounig\, Head of Urban Energy Systems Laboratory at EMPA\nKaja Hollstein\, Head of Operations Services at Swissgrid\nIlonka Zapke\, R&D Strategy in Technology & Innovation at Siemens\n\nModerated Poster-Session with PhD students on their research. Including: \n\nArnau Aliana\nManuel Belanche\nLinda Brodnicke\nSudesh Dahal\nSusanne Rhein\nKatrin Sievert\nBessie Noll\nDabwiso Sakala\nFei Wu\n\nThis event is partly funded by Zurich-Basel Plant Science Center. \nMarie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)\, Co-funding of Regional\, National\, and International Programmes (COFUND).
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-sustainable-energy-system-who-will-lead-the-way/
LOCATION:Siemens\, Switzerland\, Theilerstrasse 1a\, Zug\, ZG\, 6300\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Energy Transition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220610T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140712Z
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: Sustainable Business Travel
DESCRIPTION:How can business travel be more sustainable in a post-covid world? \nWhilst we see a rise in virtual meetings\, there is a huge appetite for humans to build business relationships in person and re-start regular business travel. \nSome ideas exist – fewer longer trips\, attaching holidays to business trips\, offsetting emissions. What more can be done? \nJoin GreenBuzz Zurich at Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle as we come together to discuss over drinks what the future will look like and how we can positively influence business travel. \nSome of the questions we will be considering are: \n\nThe lack of an industry-accepted metric & methodology for calculating the carbon footprint\, especially for hotels.\nHow to move from post-trip offsetting to pre-trip reduction education?\nHow should supplier sustainability be included in the travel procurement process?\n“Scope 3 Calculations” – How far down the supply chain should sustainability metrics be calculated?\nPersonalized travel – How new technology with suppliers can return personalized results (e.g. choosing not to have a meal on an overnight flight)?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-sustainable-business-travel/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle\, The Circle 41\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8058\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Tourism, Travel & Mobility
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220602T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220602T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181044Z
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SUMMARY:Members & Partners Event: Forests and Climate in Art
DESCRIPTION:We invite our partners and members to an exclusive GreenBuzz event to discuss the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report and the role of forests in climate mitigation through the medium of art! \nTogether\, we will explore the art displayed at the special exhibition ‘In the Forests’ at the Landesmuseum Zurich\, which tells of the forest’s history\, beauty\, biodiversity\, and importance to support human activities and wellbeing. Over drinks we will discuss the impressions won at the exhibition & their implications in connection to the 6th IPCC report on the mitigation of climate change\, which John Kerry has described as “a defining moment for our planet”. \nGreenBuzz supports all changemakers who act against the climate crisis and promote natural restoration by building a strong network and by growing & sharing knowledge. We offer this event to thank you for being part of the movement and are sure you will be inspired by the beauty and history of the forests that we must now preserve!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/members-partners-event-forests-and-climate-in-art/
LOCATION:Landesmuseum Zürich Auditorium Willy G.S Hirzel\, 2 Museumstrasse\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8001\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220531T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220531T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140732Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Thematic Event: Careers in Sustainability - Stories from Sustainability Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in a career in sustainability? Would you like to create positive change in your job? Or are you simply interested in learning about other people’s sustainability journey? \nDemand for sustainable careers is on the rise. A trend that will only increase this year. We currently see an unprecedented number of companies and institutions making commitments to cut emissions or become more sustainable. All of them will have to come up with concrete action plans to make those commitments a reality soon and they won’t be able to do it alone! \nAt this thematic event we’re joined by the MBA program of the University of St. Gallen to get inspired by and for careers in sustainability. Together\, we will address questions\, such as: What does a career in sustainability look like? What possibilities are there? How do I educate myself and take the first steps? How can I get the courage to do what I know to be right? \nIn this interactive online event\, we will hear stories from people who work in sustainability\, who come from different backgrounds and work in different fields / sectors\, including large companies\, financial institutions\, NGOs and startups. The guest speakers will share their reasons for choosing that path\, the hurdles and challenges that they faced and how they managed to overcome them. \nOur Key-Note Speaker: \n\nKarin Reiter\, Global Head of ESG/Sustainability at The Adecco Group\n\nOur Panelists: \n\nGwen Jettain\, Co-Founder at Pelt8\nHeather Kirk\, ESG Specialist at Vontobel Asset Management\nCarmen Murer\, Head Corporate Communication at Synhelion SA\nAntoine Predour\, Head of Climate Finance at responsAbility\nCarmen Sprus\, Project Lead @EY Sustainability & EYCarbon\nValerian Stalder\, Sustainability Services Co-Lead at BDO\nYannic Steffan\, Head of Sustainability Management at Valora\n\nYou will have a chance to meet the speakers in breakout groups and make connections with other people looking to move into the sustainability space and with sustainability professionals. \nWe are delighted to partner with HSG’s MBA programme to inspire students and professionals to pursue a career with a positive impact. Join us on May 31st\, 16.00 – 18.00\, online and get inspired by our guest speakers!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/virtual-thematic-event-careers-in-sustainability-stories-from-sustainability-professionals/
CATEGORIES:Careers in Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220519T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T115628Z
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SUMMARY:Networking Event Series: Excursion to Umami
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosiusse. \nAre you interested in seeing urban farming in practice right in the heart of the city of Zurich? And on top of that enjoy an Apéro Riche with a group of sustainability enthusiasts from the GreenBuzz network? \nUMAMI produce healthy\, pure\, natural microgreens\, herbs\, mussels and sauces in symbiosis with nature. They are widely available in supermarkets and restaurants across Switzerland.  We are delighted to partner with Umami and visit their farm. We will experience what it takes to grow food in a natural system\, without pesticides or fertilizers\, working with nature and not against it. \nGreenBuzz will be learning by seeing and experiencing. You will get the chance to meet other changemakers and celebrate what can be done and what we can do to be part of a more climate friendly\, socially responsible and healthy food system. \nWe will learn… \n\nwhat it takes to do urban farming at scale\,\nwhat the factors for success are that make Umami one of the most celebrated food startups in Zurich\,\nwhat the potential for climate-friendly farming is.\n\nFinally\, do you want to know what the name Umami means? It is the Japanese word for  “essence of deliciousness”. \n– \nSeid ihr daran interessiert mitten in Zürich urbane Landwirtschaft in der Praxis zu erleben? Und wollt ihr obendrein einen Apéro Riche mit einer Gruppe von Nachhaltigkeits-Enthusiast*innen aus dem GreenBuzz Netzwerk geniessen? \nUMAMI produziert in Symbiose mit der Natur gesunde\, reine und natürliche Keimpflanzen (Microgreens)\, Kräuter\, Muscheln und Saucen. Ihre Produkte sind in Supermärkten und Restaurants in der ganzen Schweiz erhältlich. \nWir freuen uns\, mit Umami zusammenzukommen und ihren Betrieb besuchen zu dürfen. Wir werden erfahren\, was es bedeutet\, Lebensmittel in einem natürlichen System anzubauen\, ganz ohne Pestizide oder Düngemittel –  mit der Natur und nicht gegen sie – zu arbeiten. \nIhr werdet die Chance haben andere Changemaker zu treffen und zu erfahren\, was getan werden kann und was jede*r Einzelne*r tun kann\, um Teil eines klimafreundlichen\, sozial verantwortlichen und gesunden Lebensmittelsystems zu sein. \nWir werden lernen… \n\nwas es braucht\, um urbane Landwirtschaft in grossem Massstab zu betreiben\nwas die Erfolgsfaktoren sind\, die Umami zu einem der bekanntesten Food-Startups in Zürich machen\nwas das Potenzial für eine klimafreundliche Landwirtschaft ist.\n\nZu guter Letzt: Wisst ihr\, was der Name Umami bedeutet? Es ist das japanische Wort für “Essenz der Köstlichkeit”.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/networking-event-series-excursion-to-umami/
LOCATION:UMAMI\, 569 Badenerstrasse\, Zürich\, ZH\, 8048\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220505T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T115351Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Five Steps to Engage your Employees with Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Many companies are investing huge amounts in external messaging about sustainability without looking internally and bringing their own workforce on board. Nowadays\, your employees & co-workers are highly knowledgeable and expect more. Companies across the globe are evidencing employees leaving their jobs in search of more purpose\, inspiration\, alignment and authenticity. \nEmployees are increasingly committed to creating social and sustainable impact and are pushing their employers to follow suit. Genuinely sustainable companies will attract and retain the top talent. The rest will risk employees voting with their feet for an employer that gives them a sense of purpose. \nIn addition\, recent years have been a turbulent time for employees and corporations amidst the pandemic. Many employees are disengaging and struggling for work-life balance. \nEngaging your employees on the topic of sustainability should therefore be a top priority for any company. The good news is that it is easier than what you might think! \nYears of working with companies across the globe have shown the two founders of BELIEVE Partners\, Rebecca Berlinger and Natascha Lander\, that many companies find it challenging to inspire\, motivate and empower their employees on sustainability issues. Both Natascha and Rebecca have over 20 years of experience supporting companies to overcome their challenges and implement the right solutions – and this workshop will deep dive into some of those solutions that can be deployed across all organisations. \nMore about BELIEVE and the two founders: \nRebecca has spent over 20 years working in the finance industry in London\, New York and Zurich\, leading and managing projects for clients around the globe at PwC. She focused on finding solutions in the areas of operations\, finance and compliance\, and working with clients to implement new legislation and regulations in alignment to their long term business goals. \nNatascha has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry in London\, Paris and Zurich in various roles. She built and led the Global Visionaries Programme at UBS focused on empowering social enterprises tackling the Sustainable Development Goals and in her role at UBS Natascha regularly led sessions with clients on topics related to sustainability and impact across the globe. \nTicket pricing: In order to cover our costs\, we are unable to provide completely free entry for members and partners\, however we are pleased to offer a significant discount on the general admission price.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/workshop-five-steps-to-engage-your-employees-with-sustainability/
LOCATION:SmallPdf Ltd.\, Steinstrasse 21\, Zurich\, 8003\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220428T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220428T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181210Z
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: The Sharing Economy - Moving Beyond Ownership
DESCRIPTION:The sharing economy has been part of our everyday lives for over a decade and it shows no signs of slowing down. In a world where goods are readily available and people have long associated identity with ownership\, many are now turning to a different form of asset utilisation. \nThanks to technology\, the internet and apps\, few of us think twice today about stepping into a stranger’s car\, staying in someone else’s home or even sharing our clothes. However\, whilst the notion of sharing our assets in exchange for money or other goods and services is mostly more efficient and sustainable and makes economic sense for the beneficiary\, the speed at which the sharing economy has taken off and disrupted traditional rival industries has created its own challenges. \nSustainability could be the big winner\, with far more efficient resource utilisation. How do we grapple with the following questions and speed up the adoption of sharing? \n\nWhat is the legal liability for companies promoting sharing models?\nWhat is the insurance industry doing to adapt?\nCan we shift the mindset fast enough for mass adoption of sharing?\nIs sharing always the most sustainable option?\n\nWe will explore a wide range of different products\, services and business models that all fall under the banner of the sharing economy along with their opportunities\, risks and the considerations for future development. \nGuest speakers will include: \n\nEllen Berner\, Sustainability Business Partner at IKEA Switzerland\nAnita Kirchberg\, Leader Sales & B2B at Mobility\nIvo David Kuhn\, COO at Sharely\nSophie Ribaut\, Associate at Kellerhals Carrard\n\nDuring the Apéro we will have an exhibition to showcase inspiring entrepreneurs using a sharing model in their business model. Including: \n\nShare a look\nSugar Cup\nLoopi\nGaia Children\nSwapaBEE
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-the-sharing-economy-moving-beyond-ownership/
LOCATION:Kulturpark\, Pfingstweidstrasse 16\, Zurich\, 8005\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Finance & Investing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220407T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220407T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181233Z
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SUMMARY:Networking Event Series - Climate-Friendly Farming
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse! \nAgriculture is responsible for 10% of Europe’s greenhouse gas emissions and is a huge driver of environmental degradation and biodiversity loss. It is clear that the sector needs to be transformed. The challenge will be that\, if we want to feed a growing population and still reach our net zero targets\, agricultural production needs to be increased while greenhouse gas emissions are reduced. However\, there is good news too: Agriculture is one of the few sectors that has the potential to reduce its impacts on climate and nature\, while at the same time increasing its resilience to climate change and other environmental shocks. \n“Transforming the sector could substantially contribute to Europe’s net-zero and nature-positive targets. Achieving this will require working hand in hand with farmers\, strong collaboration and investments along the entire value chain\, as well as support from European policy-makers”\, as this article on the EU Carbon + Farming Coalition states. \nOn the consumer side\, more climate-friendly foods are demanded as well. In Switzerland\, Migros\, Denner and other retailers have already announced net zero strategies by 2050 and the Swiss Climate Strategy for Agriculture has set targets and strategies that need to be met.  Whilst Switzerland is innovating in many areas including agroforestry\, methane reduction methodologies and a switch from meat and dairy to plant-based diets is happening\, there is much more that needs to be done. \nAt this event\, we will discuss questions\, such as: \n\nWhat are the challenges and barriers to climate-friendly solutions in agriculture (shifts from use of pesticides and fossil-fueled methods\, alternatives to dairy and meat production and methods that support nature regeneration.)?\nWhat are the opportunities in transforming the agricultural sector?\nWhat exactly does Switzerland’s Climate Strategy for Agriculture say?\nHow do we balance carbon neutrality with other elements that should be included in sustainable food production?\nWhat are synergies with biodiversity protection\, social justice\, empowerment of local people or poverty remediation?\n\n– \nDie Landwirtschaft ist für 10 % der Treibhausgasemissionen in Europa verantwortlich und trägt erheblich zur Umweltzerstörung bei. Es ist klar\, dass der Sektor umgestaltet werden muss. Doch die Herausforderung besteht darin\, dass die landwirtschaftliche Produktion gesteigert und gleichzeitig die Treibhausgasemissionen reduziert werden müssen\, wenn wir eine wachsende Bevölkerung ernähren und dennoch unsere Netto-Null-Ziele erreichen wollen. \nEs gibt jedoch auch eine gute Nachricht: Die Landwirtschaft ist einer der wenigen Sektoren\, der das Potenzial hat\, seine Auswirkungen auf Klima und Natur zu verringern und gleichzeitig seine Widerstandsfähigkeit gegenüber dem Klimawandel und anderen Umweltschocks zu erhöhen. \n“Die Umgestaltung des Sektors könnte wesentlich dazu beitragen\, dass Europa seine Netto-Null- und Naturerhaltungsziele erreicht. Hierfür ist es notwendig\, Hand in Hand mit den Landwirten zu arbeiten\, eine starke Zusammenarbeit zu fördern und Investitionen entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette zu tätigen sowie die Unterstützung der europäischen Politik zu erhalten”\, heisst es in diesem Artikel der EU Carbon + Farming Koalition (aus dem Englischen übersetzt). \nAuch auf der Verbraucherseite werden mehr klimafreundliche Lebensmittel gefordert. In der Schweiz haben Migros\, Denner und andere Einzelhändler bereits Netto-Null-Strategien bis 2050 angekündigt\, und die Schweizer Klimastrategie für die Landwirtschaft hat Ziele und Strategien festgelegt\, die es zu erfüllen gilt.  Obwohl die Schweiz in vielen Bereichen innovative Ansätze verfolgt\, z.B. in der Agroforstwirtschaft\, bei den Methoden zur Methanreduzierung und bei der Umstellung von Fleisch- und Milchprodukten auf eine pflanzliche Ernährung\, gibt es noch viel zu tun. \nIm Rahmen dieser Veranstaltung diskutieren wir Fragen wie zum Beispiel: \n\nWas sind die Herausforderungen und Hindernisse für klimafreundliche Lösungen in der Landwirtschaft (z.B. Einsatz von Pestiziden\, Milch- und Fleischproduktion)?\nWo liegen die Chancen für eine Transformation des Agrarsektors?\nWas sagt die Schweizer Klimastrategie für die Landwirtschaft genau aus?\nWie lässt sich Kohlenstoff reduzieren\, ohne andere Elemente einer nachhaltigen Lebensmittelproduktion zu ignorieren?\nWelche Synergien gibt es mit dem Schutz der Biodiversität\, der sozialen Gerechtigkeit\, der Stärkung der lokalen Bevölkerung oder der Armutsbekämpfung?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/networking-event-series-climate-friendly-farming-2/
LOCATION:dieCuisine\, Geerenweg 23a\, Zurich\, 8048
CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220317T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181253Z
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SUMMARY:Informal Drinks - The Road to Carbon-Free Energy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these Informal Drinks after work on March 17th to discuss how we can shift to carbon-free energy! Electrification is critical to decarbonise various sectors. However\, it is not enough anymore for a company to claim that they use 100% renewable energy as that does not necessarily equate to carbon-free energy. Each hour of energy consumption must be matched by an hour of carbon-free energy generation. \nWe are not on track to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7)\, which demands access to affordable\, reliable\, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030. The United Nations have set an ambitious goal with their 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Compact and have put together a set of principles and actions that stakeholders across the energy ecosystem can commit to in order to drive systemic change. \nSo how do we embrace the rapidly developing technologies and move away from our reliance on fossil fuels? How do we use transition technologies such as nuclear and natural gas and how do we build the needed renewable energy infrastructure required? \nThis topic is very much in the media and public conscience but what is the latest research and how can industries and individuals work together to build the carbon-free future we all aim for. To achieve net-zero emissions across the global economy by 2050\, electricity must decarbonize even faster\, while becoming the core of a just and accessible energy system. \nAt this event\, you will hear from Christian Schaffner\, Executive Director\, Energy Science Center (ESC) ETH Zürich to give you some food for thought. Afterwards\, you are invited to simply mingle and have a drink with us and the GreenBuzz community.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/informal-drinks-the-road-to-carbon-free-energy/
LOCATION:WWF Switzerland\, 110 Hohlstrasse\, Zurich\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Energy Transition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220303T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220303T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181339Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Thematic Event: EU Taxonomy & Greenwashing
DESCRIPTION:“Green” investment products are on the surge\, and the trend is growing. As sustainable investing moves to the new normal\, we discuss how the EU taxonomy has provided the necessary framework to help investors evaluate the environmental impact of their investments. \nThe EU taxonomy is part of the EU Action Plan that includes a number of new sustainable finance regulations and seeks to flow capital to more sustainable businesses. It was introduced in June 2020 to drive ESG criteria into investment decisions. \n“If it works properly\, the EU taxonomy will help determine the sustainability of all activities and stop financial players falsely labeling unsustainable investments as climate-friendly. The taxonomy’s classification should inform public and private investment decisions\, and it is a new powerful tool to make the EU economy environmentally and socially sustainable.” – writes Sébastien Godinot\, Economist at the WWF European Policy Office\, in this article in March 2020. \nTherefore\, the desired effect is to protect both investors and companies against accusations of greenwashing and to provide a cohesive framework to assess investments and loans. So\, more than a year after the EU taxonomy has come to effect\, let’s ask: \n\nHas the EU taxonomy really helped tackle greenwashing in finance?\nWhat are the plans to fully incorporate all ESG measures?\nWhat has been the impact on reporting systems\, due diligence processes and investment strategies?\nHow has the Swiss financial system responded?\nHave we moved from good disclosure to channeling funds to more sustainable businesses?\nHave consumers benefited from the clarity?
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-thematic-event-eu-taxonomy-greenwashing/
LOCATION:responsAbility\, Zollstrasse 17\, Zürich\, 8005\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220210T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140932Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Thematic New Year's Event: Getting a Head Start on Sustainability Trends
DESCRIPTION:A new year begins\, and although the year might be new\, the challenges we face are not. Nonetheless\, we want to start 2022 with a positive mindset and bring hope for new opportunities and changes. \nTogether with our partner WWF Switzerland\, we invite you to our Thematic New Year’s Event to kick off 2022. Together with you\, we want to map out the most relevant and pressing sustainability topics of this year. The outcomes will directly impact some of our GreenBuzz 2022 calendar. \nJoin us to be part of the discussion & share what you think will be the most important sustainability topics in your field or industry! \nIn addition to an inspiring keynote\, we will also facilitate group discussions divided according to industries. \nWho better to help us start the conversations than our GreenBuzz topic experts\, who each specialize in one sustainability field and can give an outlook on new innovations and progress within their respective industry. \nBreakout group topics will include: \n\nCircular Economy (led by Patricia Matzdorf-Gobeli & Tobias Stucki)\nSustainable Finance & Investing (led by Camilla Leopoldino & Emma Farrell)\nClimate Change (led by Jeffrey Belt & Liesbeth Deddens)\nFood & Agriculture (led by Mounia Boujija & Fidel Chiriboga)\nTourism\, Travel and mobility (led by Alexie Duncker & Petra Krivinskas)\nSustainable Construction (led by Christina Nakhle & Ashuhan Dogan)\nTrends in 2022 –  Open discussion (led by Lim Adriaenssens\, Holger Hendricks & Marie Froehlicher)\n\nThe world needs us to continue to act this year and to walk the talk. While COP26 did not necessarily bring about the clear roadmaps and regulatory changes that are needed to stay on a 1.5° degree trajectory\, we all need to continue pushing for more sustainability in our respective industries. \nLet’s get inspired to do more – together!
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-thematic-new-years-event-getting-a-head-start-on-sustainability-trends/
LOCATION:WWF Switzerland\, 110 Hohlstrasse\, Zurich\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Key Sustainability Trends
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220202T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20220202T210000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Excursion: Kunsthaus - A Guided Tour Through Earth Beats
DESCRIPTION:We will start with a tour through the exhibition of Earth Beats followed by some drinks at the Kunsthausbar to reflect on the exhibition\, get to know each other and do some networking. \n‘Earth Beats’ is an artists’ plea to preserve the Earth and its natural resources\, born out of the urgency of the present situation. The exhibition explores artists’ engagement with the ‘Blue Planet’ and its vulnerability. It considers both the history of ideas and future scenarios for the sustainable use of natural resources. \nRead more about the exhibition here. \nWe’re looking forward to experiencing this timely and impactful exhibition with you\, which is so relevant to GreenBuzz’ vision and our aspirations for the work to be done in 2022 and beyond. \nTicket pricing: Due to the admission costs and tour guides fees\, we are unable to provide completely free entry for members and partners. However the reduced price ticket includes a discount on those fixed costs which you can enjoy as part of your membership.
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/sold-out-excursion-kunsthaus-a-guided-tour-through-earth-beats/
LOCATION:Kunsthaus Zürich\, 1 Heimplatz\, Zürich\, 8001\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20211209T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20211209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T140947Z
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: The Social Impact of the Pandemic - A Business Perspective
DESCRIPTION:During the week of Human Rights Day \, we invite you to join us for an important online discussion. \nThe pandemic has shone a light on our impact on the planet and people. In one way or another\, all of us have been affected by this. At this event\, we’ll take a business perspective to the social impact the pandemic has had. Changing forms of work\, inequality and the growing influence of digitalisation are just a few examples of the challenges that companies face. \n\nHow can organisations and corporations successfully adapt to these challenges?\nDo businesses benefit from addressing these issues economically?\n\nAt this thematic event\, we will consider social issues that are relevant to Swiss companies and their supply chains\, for example: \n\nLiving wages\nGender equality\nWhy addressing social inequality is vital to tackle climate change
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-the-social-impact-of-the-pandemic-a-business-perspective/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Social Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20211202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20211202T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T110643
CREATED:20230922T181501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T141004Z
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SUMMARY:Thematic Event: Cryptocurrency & Sustainability - A Contradiction in Terms?
DESCRIPTION:Switzerland has been one of the leading players in the global adoption of tokenized digital assets and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). With people being able to use cryptocurrency to pay anything from a restaurant visit to their taxes the possibilities seem endless. But with all the opportunities that these digital currency alternatives seem to present\, we ask ourselves – how sustainable are cryptocurrencies? \nElon Musk turned this question into a hot topic when Tesla suspended Bitcoin saying: “We are concerned about rapidly increasing use of fossil fuels for Bitcoin mining and transactions\, especially coal\, which has the worst emissions of any fuel. Cryptocurrency is a good idea on many levels and we believe it has a promising future\, but this cannot come at great cost to the environment.” \nCome to this event to discover and discuss: \n\nThe amount of energy being consumed by cryptocurrencies\nWhy some cryptocurrencies are more energy efficient than others\nThe volatility of cryptocurrencies\nIf cryptocurrency can be a lever for a more fair society\nThe ethics of cryptography
URL:https://greenbuzz.global/event/thematic-event-cryptocurrency-sustainability-a-contradiction-in-terms/
LOCATION:WWF Switzerland\, 110 Hohlstrasse\, Zurich\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Finance & Investing
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