Keynote Panel Discussion – Driving Sustainability and ESG Forward to Align Safety with Corporate Responsibility

Moderator:
Peter Simpson, Former Global Head, Safety Security & Sustainability, Standard Chartered
Panelists:
Gregory Bopp, Vice President, HSE&F and Resiliency, Honeywell
Chris Palazzo, Director of Product Marketing EHS & ESG, HSI

As sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) continue to shape corporate agendas, the role of EHS leaders has never been more critical. This panel will explore how forward-thinking companies are integrating safety, sustainability, and corporate responsibility to create a more resilient and ethical business environment.

Gain insights into how organizations are embedding ESG principles into safety programs, balancing compliance with business value, and leveraging technology and data-driven strategies to enhance sustainability performance. The discussion will also address the latest regulatory shifts and best practices for aligning workplace safety with broader environmental and social impact initiatives.

Key Takeaways:

  • Learn how EHS teams can be leaders in driving corporate sustainability efforts by implementing green initiatives, reducing environmental risks, and fostering a culture of sustainability in the workplace.
  • Best practices and tools for measuring environmental impact, energy consumption, waste generation, and other ESG indicators that EHS teams can track and report on.
  • Practical steps to integrate ESG considerations into safety protocols, including creating safer working conditions while achieving sustainability goals, aligning EHS programs with ESG reporting, and fostering a culture of corporate responsibility across all levels of the organization.
  • Identifying common roadblocks faced by organizations when merging EHS with ESG goals and how to overcome them, including the importance of leadership buy-in, employee engagement, and ensuring continuous improvement.
  • Understanding the role of digital tools, AI, and IoT in collecting data, automating sustainability efforts, and enhancing transparency in environmental performance tracking.