An Exclusive Interview with SGS Group

On 12 November, Sustainability LIVE will host an engaging virtual conference that will explore how to leverage innovation and drive positive change - Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion.

Throughout the day, those who attend will be able to engage with an agenda complete with plenty of fascinating keynote presentations and panel discussions that will aim to empower communities and promote inclusivity. To explore the agenda in detail, click here. 

Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion will spotlight an abundance of varied perspectives and ideas that will spark creativity and uncover new approaches to sustainable development and climate-tech initiatives. 

Join us next week in the movement to a better future and discover how we can build resilience by crafting diverse solutions.

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Javier López Gómez, Global Head of Corporate Sustainability at SGS Group

Javier López Gómez is the Global Head of Corporate Sustainability at SGS Group - an international certification, inspection and testing company.

He constantly strives to positively impact the organisation by leading the execution of SGS Group’s sustainability strategy.

Javier is also a Founder Member of an exclusive community for global sustainable leaders- The Sustainability Circle.

At Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion, Javier will feature on our ‘Diversity & Inclusion Forum’ alongside Peter Zerp, Supplier Inclusion & Diversity Client Program Lead at Accenture, Javette Hines, Global Head of Supply Chain Development, Inclusion and Sustainability at Citi and Ainur Amanzholova, Head of Talent, Culture and Inclusion at BAT Kazakhstan. 

This panel discussion will explore how organisations can embrace complexity and foster inclusivity to craft resilient, sustainable solutions. 

We recently caught up with Javier to discover how he was feeling ahead of Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion, what he aims to achieve through our event, as well as his predictions for the future of the industry.

What inspired you to get involved with Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion?

I strongly believe this topic will become one of the key areas in the upcoming years within the sustainability landscape. So, I thought it was an outstanding opportunity to share reflections with other colleagues.

At Net Zero LIVE London 2024, Javier was featured on our ‘Scope 3 Forum’ alongside Mark Jones, Chief Sustainability Officer at THG and Patrick Linighan, Chief Sustainability Officer at Clyde & Co LLP.

Provide us with an overview of what you hope to focus on during the ‘Diversity & Inclusion’ panel.

I’m participating in the Diversity & Inclusion panel that will explore the interrelationship between DE&I and sustainability, the challenges in their integration and the different strategies used by companies. It will also address the importance of embracing complexity and fostering inclusivity to create truly sustainable outcomes.

What do you hope to achieve through Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion?

I hope to have enriching and constructive discussions throughout the event. In addition to this, I would like the event to look at areas from different angles, broadening my perspective and creating inspiration from the experiences and achievements of other colleagues.

What emerging trends do you believe will shape the future of the sustainability industry over the next decade?

• Balancing the importance of the “S” in ESG - Historically, environmental topics have been at the forefront of sustainability debates. I can now see there is a shift towards the social aspects and more events, ratings, etc are dedicated only to social aspects, to stress the importance of this matter within the sustainability landscape.
• Transparency and regulation - Regulatory bodies and investors are pushing for increased transparency and standardization in ESG reporting. The point of having comparable and reliable data will become crucial.
• Social and Environmental Justice - There is growing recognition of the link between sustainability and social justice. Companies will increasingly integrate environmental and social justice goals, ensuring that sustainability efforts benefit diverse communities and address historic inequities.

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2024 diary dates:

• Sustainability LIVE: Diversity & Inclusion | 12 November 
• NEW | The CSO Network
• NEW | ClimateTech Digital
• NEW | Scope3 Magazine

2025 diary dates: 

• Sustainability LIVE: Malta | 20 February 
• Sustainability LIVE: Net Zero | 5-6 March 
• Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: Sustainability | 5-6 March
• Sustainability LIVE Singapore | 18 March 
• Sustainability LIVE Dubai | 22 April 
• Sustainability LIVE Chicago | 4-5 June 
• Sustainability LIVE: London Climate Action Week | 25 June
• Sustainability LIVE London | 9-10 September 
• Sustainability & ESG Awards | 10 September 
• Sustainability LIVE: DE&I | 11 November

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