This event explored the critical role of businesses in achieving net-zero transitions while ensuring equity and inclusivity, with a focus on emerging and developing economies, particularly South Asia. Highlighting innovative practices, it addressed challenges and opportunities in aligning corporate strategies with a “just” transition. Experts and leaders shared insights on decarbonization, fair labour practices, and inclusive growth, emphasizing business-driven solutions to advance climate resilience and equitable development in vulnerable regions.
The panellists included Dr Crispian Oliver, Presidential Climate Commission of South Africa, Reynaldo Sembering, Indonesia Center for Envoronmental Law, Fernanda Facchini, Head of Climate Change and Circularity – Nature, Ruchi Chaudhary, Program Manager at Climate Action Network South Asia (CANSA), and Amanda McKen, Director of Knowledge and Learning – NDC Partnership. The event was organised by Institute of Human Rights and Business (IHRB), National Business Initiative (NBI), Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) and The B Team.