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• M24085 - Shades of green: growing greenwashing trends (Online)

  • When
    15 Oct 2024
  •  
    09:15 - 12:30
  • Location
    Online Webinar

  Register

  Registration Time: 09:00
  Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30  including a 15-minute break
  Speakers: Mr Chris Meilak & Ms Joette Sciortino

  Venue:   Online Webinar

  Participation Fees (The Institute is now accepting payments via Paypal)
  MIA Members: €40.00
  Non-MIA Members: €75.00
  Retired Members: €20.00
  Students: €30.00

  *Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

  synopsis

  This session will delve into the increasingly relevant topic of greenwashing amidst the global push for environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and reporting. The aim of this session is to dissect the concept of greenwashing and exploring its different dimensions. The session will give a clear understanding of its implications, in various sectors including financial services.
  

  BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  As the global community intensifies its efforts to combat climate change and promote sustainability, businesses are increasingly aligning themselves with ESG principles and ensuring compliance with applicable ESG reporting. However, in the middle of this green revolution, a deceptive trend known as greenwashing has surfaced, creating a significant challenge to the integrity of the sustainability movement. Greenwashing is the practice where companies misrepresent their products, services or overall corporate actions as environmentally/ socially friendly, often to capitalise on the growing demand for sustainable options. This misleading tactic not only distorts public perception but also hinders progress by overshadowing the efforts of truly sustainable enterprises.

  objectives of the session

  The objective of the seminar is to provide an overview of greenwashing, delving into regulatory obligations, implications of greenwashing on businesses as well as case studies.

  Specific topics to be covered during the session

  • ESG/ Sustainability trends

  • Motives for greenwash

  • What is greenwashing

         Definitions
  

         Tactics
  

  • Shades of “green”

  • Types of greenwashing risks

  • Greenwashing regulations – requirements and timelines

  • Implications

  • How to support your green claims

  Target Audience

  This seminar is relevant for all professionals, entrepreneurs, students and anyone currently involved and interested in sustainability and transparency in business practices. It is ideal both for newcomers in the sustainability sphere but also for more experienced learners who have are looking to navigate the complexities of ESG reporting and understanding the risks of greenwashing.

  Speakers' Profiles

  Joette Sciortino is a Partner at EY Malta. She joined the firm in 2006 after obtaining a Degree in Accountancy from the University of Malta.  She has significant experience in the financial services industry particularly in supporting and leading various financial crime and regulatory projects. She has been seconded to EY UK whereby she has led various cross-border financial crime engagements. Joette is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of PMLFT sub-committee at the Malta Institute of Accountants and the Institute of Financial Services Practitioners.

  Chris Meilak is a Certified Public Accountant, Economist and Partner at EY Malta, leading the Sustainability sub-service line in Malta. Chris has carried out a number of assignments in relation to sustainability topics, on both public sector and private sector engagements. Chris holds an MA in Economics and the ACCA degree, is GRI certified, and is a Visiting Lecturer in the Department of Economics, University of Malta. Chris is a member of the MIA’s Sustainable Finance sub-committee.

  EVENT CPE COMPETENCies

  3 Core

  WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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  By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

  Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

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• M24092 - ESG Data Collection Strategies (Online)

  • When
    7 Nov 2024
  •  
    13:30 - 16:45
  • Location
    Online Webinar

  Register

  Registration Time: 13:15
  Sessions Time: 13:30 - 16:45  including a 15-minute break
  Speaker: Mr Antoine Fenech
  Venue:   Online Webinar

  Participation Fees (The Institute is now accepting payments via Paypal)
  MIA Members: €40.00
  Non-MIA Members: €75.00
  Retired Members: €20.00
  Students: €30.00

  *Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

  BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  The upcoming session, titled "ESG Data Collection Strategies", will delve into the complexities and opportunities presented by sustainable finance and regulatory compliance. In particular, it will focus on double materiality assessments, a crucial aspect of the evolving landscape of sustainability reporting. This session is designed to provide valuable insights and practical strategies for integrating sustainability into your corporate strategy, ensuring compliance with emerging regulations, and leveraging sustainable practices for competitive advantage.

  SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

  • Introduction to Sustainability Topics: Overview of key sustainability concepts and their relevance in today's business environment.

  • Double Materiality: Understanding the importance of double materiality in sustainability reporting and its implications for businesses.

  • Determining Strategy and Reporting Timeline: Developing a strategy for integrating sustainability into corporate practices and establishing a reporting timeline.

  • Assessing Solutions: Evaluating different sustainability solutions available in the market and how they meet regulatory requirements.

  • Comparison of Market Solutions: An overview and comparison of various sustainability solutions currently available in the market.

  • Return on Investment: Discussing the ROI of implementing sustainability practices and solutions.

  Why is the session of relevance to our members?
  

  Attending this session offers a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving field of sustainable finance.

  Target Audience

  • This session is targeted at:

  • CFOs

  • Sustainability Officers

  • Compliance Officers

  • Risk Management Professionals

  • Corporate Strategy executives

  • Financial Analysts

  • ESG Professionals

  • Other stakeholders involved in financial reporting and sustainability initiatives

  Speaker's Profile

  Antoine Fenech is an Audit and Assurance Director at Deloitte currently leading the ‘Accounting and Reporting Advisory’ and the ‘Accounting Operations Advisory’ pillars. He also leads the ESG Assurance team providing advisory and assurance work in relation to EU taxonomy, CSRD, ESRSs, SFDR and ESG strategies. Antoine is a member of the MIA Sustainable Finance - Learning and Education Working Group

  EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

  
  

  3  Core

  
  

  WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  Terms and conditions  apply

  
  

  DISCLAIMER

  By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

  Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

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