/desautels/taxonomy/term/3687/all en /desautels/channels/news/sgis-inaugural-sustainable-transportation-roundtable-future-urban-mobility-357532 <p>This April, interdisciplinary experts came together at 平特五不中 Desautels for the Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI)鈥檚 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 14:03:28 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 1192471 at /desautels /desautels/article/sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi/sgis-inaugural-sustainable-transportation-roundtable-future-urban-mobility <p>What are the key technical, economic, and societal challenges that arise when transitioning to sustainable and inclusive urban mobility?</p> Wed, 15 May 2024 13:30:00 +0000 平特五不中 Desautels 1171464 at /desautels /desautels/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, 平特五不中.</p> Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:39:19 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 1111814 at /desautels /desautels/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 16:49:16 +0000 john.sawaya@mcgill.ca 1110119 at /desautels /desautels/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 17:19:13 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 1019091 at /desautels /desautels/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 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 1045223 at /desautels /desautels/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 16:58:58 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 862733 at /desautels /desautels/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 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 878386 at /desautels /desautels/channels/news/mipc-asks-students-devise-decumulation-strategies-inflationary-environment-354497 <p><big>For its 7th edition, the 2023 <strong>平特五不中 International Portfolio Challenge (MIPC),</strong> as part of 平特五不中鈥檚 <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 18:18:35 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 809333 at /desautels /desautels/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 平特五不中 Office of Sustainability, with nearly half coming from 平特五不中 Desautels. The Academic Affairs Office earned a Gold-level certification, while the Dean鈥檚 Office and Infrastructure Team earned Silver, and the EMBA 平特五不中-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 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 645782 at /desautels /desautels/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 平特五不中 is delighted to introduce the inaugural SME Round Table: "SMEs and</p> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:55:25 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 346427 at /desautels /desautels/article/sustainable-growth-initiative-sgi/smes-and-road-sustainability-mcgills-sgi <p>Businesses across Canada are searching for ways to adapt to the challenges presented by climate change. While the road to sustainability must be met with urgency, progress can seem slow and costly for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).</p> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:31:32 +0000 平特五不中 Desautels 577635 at /desautels /desautels/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 平特五不中鈥檚 Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) and 平特五不中 Business Law Platform.</p> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:30:23 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 537751 at /desautels /desautels/channels/news/mcgills-cibc-office-sustainable-finance-proposes-reforms-address-climate-change-350517 <p>Canada鈥檚 federal and provincial governments have pledged $200 billion to fight climate change鈥攂ut failed to spend anywhere near that. And corporations often commit to climate initiatives, but there鈥檚 no requirement they actually do so.</p> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:32:10 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 226992 at /desautels /desautels/channels/news/mcgill-desautels-staff-lead-sustainability-charge-349942 <p>In a drive towards environmental responsibility, units within 平特五不中's Desautels Faculty of Management have embraced sustainability through the rigorous Sustainable Workplace Certification program hosted by the 平特五不中 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 18:07:29 +0000 arsh.prakash@mcgill.ca 151402 at /desautels