Join us for the first Town Hall Discussion of the Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx), where we will explore the critical intersection of corporate business priorities and decarbonization efforts.
This session aims to illuminate the unique climate challenges and opportunities faced by businesses in Southeast Asia, in light of the fact that the corporate sector has a major role in meeting national emissions reduction targets. In this Town Hall format.
CDx participants will have a chance to ask questions of these experts and industry leaders and to gain valuable insights into designing, implementing, and financing decarbonization initiatives within large and SME corporations.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding and drive meaningful change in your organization!
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Fishbowl Session 1 aims to equip participants with the foundational knowledge needed to start their corporate decarbonization journey with confidence.
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This session will focus on effective target setting for corporate emission reduction strategies, starting with how to navigate existing frameworks and align their goals with industry-specific guidelines and standards, such as those provided by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The session will also cover the importance of balancing long-term and short-term targets, and how to establish interim milestones to ensure steady progress. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to set achievable, science-backed decarbonization goals that comply with regulatory demands and meet industry best practices and the demands of global climate change.
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This session will focus on the multifaceted challenges and strategies associated with implementing decarbonization projects, particularly within corporate supply chains.
Key objectives include understanding the impact of EU carbon disclosure requirements and TCFD on Southeast Asian corporates; best practices for engaging tier 2 and 3 suppliers; and the need, and approaches for securing initial financing.
Participants will learn about scaling initiatives across the value chain, the importance of experienced project owners, and effective revenue stream identification. They will also gain practical knowledge about establishing robust decarbonization projects and navigating the financial landscape to support their transition to net zero. The discussion will also cover risk management, environmental and social standards, and insights into securing funder support. Participants
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Key discussion points included navigating cross-border transactions, understanding the role of third parties, and evaluating the long-term impacts and co-benefits associated with various projects.
This session will explore the critical role of transition finance in supporting corporate decarbonization efforts from a financier’s perspective.
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how transition finance operates in practice and learn about the various sources of finance that can support their decarbonization goals.
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This session will provide an overview of emission reduction regulations currently applicable to industry sectors, focusing on how companies can ensure compliance with existing legal frameworks.
Participants will gain insights into emerging regulatory areas, particularly the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which aims to address carbon leakage by placing tariffs on imports based on their carbon footprint.
The session will explore how businesses can prepare for CBAM and practical strategies for navigating evolving regulations, ensuring they remain competitive while meeting stringent decarbonization targets.
In this session, participants will share their experience and learning about effective strategies for managing organizational change in light of corporate decarbonization efforts.
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Participants will gain practical insights into creating a cohesive change management plan that fosters commitment and achieves greater traction for their decarbonization projects.
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