The Race to Net Zero: Understanding the role of boards and firm commitments

In this instalment of the Climate Risk Podcast we will be taking a closer look at the role of real economy firms, and their boards, in the race to net zero.

Last year we looked at the role that boards have in shaping firms’ climate strategies and developing approaches to managing the risks and opportunities from climate change. Since then, the pressure on boards has only mounted, given this more recent and growing emphasis on the transition to net zero.

So today we return to the boardroom, with a few key questions:

• What is the role of boards as firms transition to net zero?
• What would good board engagement look like?
• What does a commitment to reach net zero really mean anyway?

 

If you have any questions, thoughts or feedback regarding this podcast series, we would love to hear from you at - climateriskpodcast@garp.com

For more information, visit GARP’s Climate Resources Hub - https://climate.garp.org/

 

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Emily Farnworth - Deputy Director at the Centre for Climate Engagement, Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge

 

Emily has over 25 years of experience working with businesses, government and non-profit organisations to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Emily has worked across multi-stakeholder groups and within specific industry sectors to collaborate on solutions to tackle climate change.

During her time as Head of Climate Initiatives at the World Economic Forum, and now at the Centre for Climate Change, Emily has led research, campaigns and communications strategies aimed at creating systemic change in the way businesses manage climate risk and decarbonize operations.