Explainers

In collaboration with the Oliver Wyman Forum, as part of our wider Transition Planning series, Chapter Zero recently launched the first of three interactive, practical transition planning masterclasses. Building from our Getting Started series, these in-depth masterclasses explore transition planning concepts in greater detail. The first masterclass explored the basics and best practices for transition planning, as well as the evolving role of non-executive directors (NEDs) in this space. You can find the key takeaways from the first session below.

The past twelve months have highlighted how companies are not only increasingly experiencing the impacts of climate change but also how they are powerfully positioned to be agents of change, with the ability to curb these impacts and promote long-term sustainability and resilience for the global economy and for society. The need to decarbonise and to achieve net zero commitments is being driven by a range of economic, regulatory and market factors, all of which require companies to respond faster than ever before.

In collaboration with BCG, the third module in our Transition Planning series equips non-executive directors with practical tips on how to fully integrate climate transition planning into business strategy.

In collaboration with EY, the second module in our Transition Planning series equips non-executive directors (NEDs) to navigate the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape in which climate transition planning sits and understand the implications for businesses.

In collaboration with the Carbon Trust, the first module in our Transition Planning series explores the role of the non-executive director (NED) in ensuring organisations follow best practices in assessing climate-related risks and opportunities, the scenario analysis methodology to support such assessment, and practical insights of key levers for organisations to develop a transition plan.

In April, Chapter Zero hosted a webinar in partnership with Chronos Sustainability and the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), designed to empower non-executive directors (NEDs) to navigate the transition to net zero. Below are the key takeaways from the session.

In 2023, Chapter Zero partnered with McKinsey for a three-part event series that explored the impact non-executive directors (NEDs) can have in the boardroom to help their organisations achieve net zero. The first of these sessions, held on Tuesday 6 June, focused on the strategic fundamentals of green growth, and how NEDs can support organisations to move from pledges to plans and help them achieve low-carbon growth. We have summarised below the key takeaways of this event.