Britain’s Green Ambition: Can Labour Lead the Charge?

Join us for a breakfast discussion hosted by specialists in sustainability recruitment and executive search, Hanson Search and The Work Crowd, Britain’s Green Ambition: Can Labour lead the charge?

Environmental issues present one of the most pressing threats to businesses we’ve ever seen. The World Economic Forum estimates climate change could shrink global GDP by 18% by 2050 if action isn’t taken, and across the UK, organisations are being called to radically rethink their operations to combat the growing climate emergency. This shift not only presents a huge challenge, but also a significant opportunity for both Britain and its businesses.

In the wake of Labour’s ambitious manifesto, join us for an exclusive in-person event, Britain’s Green Ambition: Can Labour lead the charge? Discussion will centre around Britain’s potential role as a climate leader, and how the Labour government might impact that over the coming years.

We’re bringing together a panel of sustainability, communications, and policy experts to share their insight on the topic. Specific talking points will include:

• Labour’s climate commitments, with a focus on the feasibility of Labour’s goals in practice, and the opportunities they present.
• The UK’s potential role in the global green economy more broadly. We’re asking, what is the broader implication for Britain’s green strategy, and what kind of impact will that have on the talent market over the coming years?
• Regulatory challenges surrounding the “Great British Energy” initiative, and how we can best balance public vs. private energy market regulation and industrial decarbonisation.

Discussion Chair:

Johnny Goldsmith, Head of Sustainability at Hanson Search

• Johnny leads the global Sustainability & ESG practice at Hanson Search. He has over 8 years’ experience in sustainability recruitment and executive search. With a degree in Environmental Science and previous experience working in environmental consulting, Johnny has a real interest in the key sustainability issues faced by society, and is looking forward to leading an insightful discussion.  

Guest Speakers:

Dr. Rebecca Heaton, Senior Advisor at Robertsbridge

• An expert in sustainable agriculture and climate change adaption, Rebecca has held multiple leading sustainability roles in major UK corporations, including Group Director of Environmental Sustainability at Lloyds Banking Group and Group Head of Climate Change at Drax Group. Rebecca also has a BSc and PhD in Forestry, and honorary degrees from Bangor and Loughborough for her contributions to climate change policy and corporate sustainability.

Max Wind-Cowie, Managing Director, Corporate and Regulation at Lodestone Communications

• Max is currently Managing Director for the Corporate and Reputation Practice at award-winning strategy and communications agency, Lodestone Communications. Max offers a wealth of corporate and advisory experience from his time with MHP Group, Hill and Knowlton Strategies, and The National Infrastructure Commission.

Charlie Morrow, Global Head of Sustainability Communications at Cognito

• Charlie currently leads Cognitio’s global sustainability practice. Having worked with clients directly involved in the climate transition, carbon finance, and sustainable finance, he offers a unique perspective on sustainability and what it means for organisations across the globe.

Event Details:

Agenda: 

• 8:30 am: registration, coffees, and pastries
• 9:00 – 10:00 am: panel discussion

Date: 10^th October 2024

Location: The Ivy Club, 9 West Street, WC2N 9NE

Please note, this event has already taken place. Read our write up here.