/channels/taxonomy/term/28052/all en /channels/channels/news/sgis-inaugural-sustainable-transportation-roundtable-future-urban-mobility-357532 <p>This April, interdisciplinary experts came together at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Desautels for the Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI)’s inaugural <strong>Sustainable Transportation Roundtable on the Future of Urban Mobility</strong>. Sponsored by Alstom, the event featured discussions on reducing fossil fuel dependence, with electric vehicles highlighted as a potential solution.</p> Mon, 03 Jun 2024 14:03:29 +0000 webfull 200288 at /channels /channels/channels/event/2024-csfn-sgi-policy-symposium-networking-event-356810 <p>The 2024 CSFN-SGI Policy Symposium & Networking Event is organized by the Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) at the Desautels Faculty of Management, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ University.</p> Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:39:19 +0000 webfull 199467 at /channels /channels/channels/event/cireq-sgi-lecture-economics-environment-356782 <p><big>The CIREQ-SGI Lecture on Economics of the Environment is a new annual lecture introduced by <a href="https://cireqmontreal.com/en/" target="_blank">CIREQ </a>and the <a href="/desautels/initiatives-institutes/sustainable-</body></html>"></a></big></p> Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:49:17 +0000 webfull 199432 at /channels /channels/channels/event/inaugural-sustainable-transportation-round-table-356144 <p>In the 20th Century, the automobile became the predominant mode of transport in most cities in North America. This has had a wide range of negative environmental and social impacts.</p> Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:25:51 +0000 webfull 198613 at /channels /channels/channels/event/esg-spring-conference-sustainability-challenge-law-business-education-amplification-and-355932 <p>The ESG Spring Conference is hosted by the <a href="mailto:/desautels/initiatives-institutes/sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi/cibc-office-sustainable-finance" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">CIBC Office of Sustainab</a></p> Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:19:14 +0000 webfull 198377 at /channels /channels/channels/event/aflaat-indulgence-355198 <p>A multi-media exhibition around the topic of textile waste, with drawings and textile installations created by Jan van Esch, an Amsterdam-based multi-media artist whose practice spans performance, drawing, curation, and social engagement.</p> Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:57:09 +0000 webfull 197492 at /channels /channels/channels/event/final-round-presentations-inaugural-annual-grand-challenge-sustainability-powered-gildan-355112 <p>Launched by the Sustainable Growth Initiative at the Desautels Faculty of Management, the Annual Grand Challenge on Sustainability Powered by Gildan aims to raise awareness about the social and environmental impact of waste in apparel supply chain</p> Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:58:59 +0000 webfull 197386 at /channels /channels/channels/news/mipc-asks-students-devise-decumulation-strategies-inflationary-environment-354497 <p><big>For its 7th edition, the 2023 <strong>ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ International Portfolio Challenge (MIPC),</strong> as part of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s <strong>Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI)</strong>, gathered over 80 teams from 27 countries to address retirement challenges amidst inflation. Participants tackled the task of developing decumulation strategies for the fictional Maple Leaf Pension Plan, simulating real-world data.</big></p> Fri, 19 Jan 2024 18:18:36 +0000 webfull 196705 at /channels /channels/channels/news/mcgill-desautels-leads-way-mcgill-workplace-sustainability-certifications-353854 <p>This winter, the sustainability efforts of 13 University offices were recognized by the rigorous Sustainable Workplace Certification program hosted by the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Office of Sustainability, with nearly half coming from ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Desautels. The Academic Affairs Office earned a Gold-level certification, while the Dean’s Office and Infrastructure Team earned Silver, and the EMBA ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ-HEC program, Human Resources Team, PhD in Management Office, and Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship were recognized with Bronze awards.</p> Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:15:39 +0000 webfull 196001 at /channels /channels/channels/event/inaugural-esgsustainable-finance-fall-conference-presented-sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi-and-352713 <p>The Inaugural ESG/Sustainable Finance Fall Conference is hosted by the CIBC Office of Sustainable Finance under the Auspices of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) and ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Business Law Platform.</p> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:30:24 +0000 webfull 194761 at /channels /channels/channels/event/inaugural-sme-round-table-presented-sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi-351380 <p>The<strong> <a href="/desautels/initiatives-institutes/sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi">Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI)</a></strong> at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ University is delighted to introduce the inaugural SME Round Table: "SMEs and</p> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:55:26 +0000 webfull 193220 at /channels /channels/channels/news/mcgills-cibc-office-sustainable-finance-proposes-reforms-address-climate-change-350517 <p>Canada’s federal and provincial governments have pledged $200 billion to fight climate change—but failed to spend anywhere near that. And corporations often commit to climate initiatives, but there’s no requirement they actually do so.</p> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:32:11 +0000 webfull 192198 at /channels /channels/channels/news/mcgill-desautels-staff-lead-sustainability-charge-349942 <p>In a drive towards environmental responsibility, units within ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ University's Desautels Faculty of Management have embraced sustainability through the rigorous Sustainable Workplace Certification program hosted by the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Office of Sustainability. This initiative, aligned with the Faculty's strategic plan toward sustainability in teaching, research and operations, has seen remarkable success across the university and recognizes five units at the Faculty of Management with certifications, with others steadily progressing.</p> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:07:30 +0000 webfull 191315 at /channels /channels/channels/news/gildan-makes-150k-donation-toward-mcgill-desautels-sustainability-initiatives-349543 <p>Leading sustainable apparel manufacturer Gildan has partnered with the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Desautels Faculty of Management to advance the University’s Sustainable Growth Initiative. The collaborative effort aims to create actionable strategies for businesses transitioning to sustainability. Over three years, Gildan will be generously contributing $150,000 to ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's Annual Grand Challenge on Sustainability. The event, launching this August, encourages Canadian students to address apparel industry sustainability issues.</p> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:46:12 +0000 webfull 191054 at /channels /channels/channels/news/delve-how-era-energy-transition-changing-business-leadership-348664 <p>The global transition to net-zero requires significant changes in the way businesses operate and grow. How can business leaders successfully manage this energy transition? What are its opportunities and risks for businesses? And what role do corporate boards and investors play in overseeing and encouraging the transition?</p> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:18:16 +0000 webfull 190046 at /channels