Christina McPike
Username
Christina McPike
Proposer First Name
Christina
Proposer Email
cmcpike@winnco.com
Proposer Last Name
McPike
Proposed Session Description
The headlines are splashy - fortune 500 companies committed to net zero, banks establishing multi-billion dollar funds, and major financial institutions prioritizing sustainable investments in their asset profiles. And yet, there doesn't appear to be an immediate connection between ESG commitments and money and building decarbonization. This session will consider the connection - real, perceived, or possible - between ESG and building decarbonization, including problem solving for a solution.
Why is this session important?
Building decarbonization will cost billions of dollars - from grid infrastructure to buildings and real estate. We need sources - financing, grants, and investment -- to get the work done. We need to push the ESG market to make more meaningful change - where better to start the discussion than at NESEA?
Diversity and Inclusiveness
The session will brainstorm how 'big money' can support decarbonizing affordable housing.
Learning Objectives
What is ESG and how are ESG commitments driving "projects"?
What types of companies exist to measure and monitor impacts of ESG funding?
Who is paying for carbon savings in buildings, or what policies are needed to create that mechanism/market?
What data is needed to drive greater ESG funding into low income communities?
Has this session been presented before?
No
Additional Comments
I think this session can compliment the finance/debt session and offer a really interesting, relevant, and I think currently overlooked opportunity for funding decarbonization. We need to research panelists but have inquiries out to a bank, healthcare provider, and ESG tracking firm.
Target Audiences Level of Expertise
Level 1 - No prior knowledge needed.
NYC 2023 Areas of Focus
Recommended Length
60-minute session
Strongest Content Connection - NYC 2023
Reviewer 1
Donnelly, Danielle
Reviewer 2
Palmese, Chris
Proposal #
174
Committee Decision
Being Considered