An increased awareness of climate change and our environmental impact is influencing the way governments and organisations formulate policies and business plans. By investing in sustainable business practices, organisations are securing their growth and success in the future and helping the transition to a low carbon economy.

In our Evening Forum we will discuss the current state of the global climate and the sustainable business practices that are being adopted in Australia, Germany and beyond. We will evaluate the importance that companies currently place on sustainability, the expectations that consumers have from businesses, as well as the financial and advisory services that are available to enterprises as they improve their sustainable practices for communities and the environment.

Panellists include:

• Steven Münchenberg, Director, Futureye (moderator);
• Hamish Kelly, Managing Director and Head of Global Banking, HSBC Australia;
• Adam Carrel, Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY; and
• Taimor Hazou, Leader, Public and Government Affairs, Dow Chemical.