Chapter Zero - the Directors' Climate Forum

Talking climate in a board meeting – not always easy. But the rewards are great. It’s not just a moral argument – it’s a business one too. See our ad in the FT today. Transition to net zero takes leadership and persistence – traits @GretaThunberg is only too familiar with.

What are the key developments from #WEF24 that board directors should know? @pimjai6, Head of Climate Ambition Initiatives at @wef analyses discussions on climate & nature at #Davos and how they will impact board directors in a guest blog here 👉 bit.ly/3vXxlnV

📢 We are recruiting our first Chief Operating Officer (COO) 📢 Could you be, or do you know, the right person to join our dynamic team? The deadline for applications is Wednesday 21 February 2024. Read more and apply here: bit.ly/JoinTheCZTeam

In our latest guest blog, Mark Bryant, Consultant for @BerkeleyLLP and the primary author of the Chapter Zero Board Toolkit, reflects on what he’s learned from his experiences of helping clients on their journey to net zero. Have a read: bit.ly/3DjHHyY

In this blog we hear from Ashley Alder, Chair of @TheFCA, about why the net zero transition is such an important area of focus, why non-executive directors should care and where we go from here. Have a read: bit.ly/3JZ3csF

📢 New briefing: SEC climate disclosure briefing for board directors This briefing, produced by @Boards4Climate, explores the context of the proposed @SECGov climate disclosure rule and provides key questions for directors to ask their boards. bit.ly/3r9BzGI

Reflecting on our popular roundtable series which we ran in partnership, Oliver Hemming, Head of Monitor @DeloitteUK, shares six main takeaways from non-executive director attendees on implementing a successful net zero transition Read these insights: bit.ly/3reQory

In the third blog of her seven-part series on being a climate-active non-executive director, Chapter Zero Fellow @DrMaryBlack looks at inspiration and positive stories, and the power they can have in the boardroom. Take a look: bit.ly/3NTiZvb

We were delighted to be featured at the @LSEGplc #MarketOpen this morning and announce the development of our Climate Transition Planning Toolkit, which will be released later this year. Read the link below for more information.

In our latest guest blog, William Touche, a director of @techUK, previous leader of Deloitte’s Boardroom Program and long-time supporter of Chapter Zero, shares his reflections on business operations through a climate lens. Take a read: bit.ly/3qKihHJ

@Boards4Climate has appointed Julie Baddeley as Chair of its governing board. Congratulations Julie! Alongside this international role, Julie will continue to drive impact on climate through UK boardrooms, as Chair of Chapter Zero. Read more: bit.ly/3pIoIKW

In the second blog of her seven-part series on being a climate-active non-executive director, Chapter Zero Fellow @DrMaryBlack considers whether there is a climate leader imposter syndrome and what to do about it. Take a look: bit.ly/3Bm5ygg

We’ve summarised the key messages and implications for #NonExecutiveDirectors from the UK #Government’s latest #climate and #energy policy commitments. Have a read: bit.ly/3LzAgHp

📢 Case study: Discover @BritishLandPLC's approach to climate governance, corporate sustainability, and the vital contribution its board makes. Read the case study: bit.ly/3HdPgtg

Chapter Zero Fellow Mary Ethna Black kicks off her seven-part series of ‘two-minute reads’ on being a climate-active non-executive director. Take a look: bit.ly/41PJS7y

"Transition plans are fundamental to driving the right transition. They allow financiers both to manage their risks and to allocate capital to support real economy decarbonisation." - Sarah Breeden @bankofengland said in her speech @chapterzeroUK bankofengland.co.uk/speech/2023/ap…

🐚On 3 May, the @The_IoD in partnership with @chapterzeroUK examine the lawsuit brought against the board of @Shell. Alex Cooper will explain what this could mean for UK directors. Register here: tinyurl.com/56b82v7n #climatecrisis #directors #climaterisk #corporategovernance

Application deadlines are approaching, don’t miss out! We’re looking for two new additions to our team: Executive Assistant – apply by 9pm BST on Sunday 16 April Digital Marketing Executive – 9am BST on Monday 24 April Read more and apply: bit.ly/3NLxr5g #hiring

📢 We’re looking for a Digital Marketing Executive 📢 Fixed contract from June to September. Deadline is 9am BST on Monday 24th April. Read more and apply: bit.ly/3NLxr5g #ClimateJob