Global Leadership Summit

for Sustainable Transitions

  • 19 June 2025

Governing for Transitions in Energy, Trade, and Climate

The Role of Leadership in Sustainable Development

This summit brings together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss the intersection of governance, energy, trade, and climate change. It will explore the complexities of steering global and local transitions in these areas, addressing the challenges and opportunities for sustainable development, and highlighting the role of leadership in shaping policies that promote resilience, innovation, and equity.

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Background information

As the world faces mounting pressures from climate, energy transitions, and evolving trade dynamics, the need for aligned and forward-thinking policies has never been more urgent.

 

This event brings together global experts and visionary leaders to explore innovative governance structures, the critical role of leadership in bridging global ambitions and local realities, and the strategies needed to address systemic risks across sectors.

 

Using interactive panel discussion discussions, we’ll examine multilateral and national approaches, highlighting the importance of collaboration and decisive action in creating sustainable, long-term change.

 

This webinar offers a unique opportunity to learn from real-world case studies of successful governance transitions and gain insights into how leaders can drive societal transformation in business, education, and policy. Discover practical approaches for aligning energy, trade, and climate initiatives, and explore how innovative leadership can push forward sustainable development goals.

 

Whether you’re a policymaker, business leader, academic, or advocate for change, this conversation will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to lead the transition toward a more sustainable and resilient future.

 

Don’t miss this chance to be part of a global dialogue shaping the policies and practices of tomorrow!

DETAIL

 

DATE:
19 June 2025

 

TIME: 

08:00 – 10:30 ET

12:00 – 14:30 UTC

13:00 – 15:30 UK

14:00 – 16:30 CEST

14:00 – 16:30 South Africa

15:00 – 17:30 Saudi Arabia

17:30 – 20:00 India

20:00 – 22:30 China

21:00 – 23:30 Japan

22:00 – 00:30 Sydney

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Agenda

Carolynn Chalmers

Opening and welcome

The Role of Leadership in Sustainable Development

Panel 1

Reinventing Governance

Leading Energy, Trade, and Climate Transitions

1. Global and Local Governance:
Bridging the Gap in Sustainable Development Policies: How can governance systems be restructured to meet the demands of global transitions while respecting local contexts and capacities?

2. Regulatory Innovations in the Energy and Climate Sectors:
What are the emerging regulatory models that support sustainable energy transitions and climate change mitigation efforts?

Empowering the Next Generation

The Role of Education in Driving Sustainable Transitions

1. Curriculum Development for Sustainability Leadership:
How can educational institutions design curricula that equip students with the skills and knowledge to lead in energy, trade, and climate sectors?


2. Building Capacity for Green Jobs and Future Workforce Needs:
What are the skills needed for future workers in the green economy, and how can education systems adapt to meet these demands?

Business Innovation

Exploring Sustainable Energy, Trade, and Climate Solutions

1. Sustainable Business Models in Energy and Trade:
How can businesses in energy and trade sectors develop models that are financially viable, environmentally sound, and socially responsible?


2. The Role of Technology and Innovation in Sustainable Business Practices:
How can emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and green energy innovations drive sustainable transitions in business operations?

Panel 2

Reinventing Governance

Leading Energy, Trade, and Climate Transitions

3. The Role of Public-Private Partnerships in Sustainable Governance:
How can businesses and governments collaborate to create transformative policies for sustainable energy and trade?


4. Accountability and Transparency in Governance – Ensuring Integrity in Energy and Climate Transitions:
How can we enhance transparency in the governance of energy and climate projects to ensure public trust and effective implementation?

Empowering the Next Generation

The Role of Education in Driving Sustainable Transitions

3. Integrating Sustainability into Higher Education – Challenges and Opportunities:
How can universities become catalysts for sustainability by aligning their research, teaching, and community engagement efforts with global sustainability goals?


4. Global Networks for Educational Collaboration on Sustainability:
What are the benefits and challenges of international collaboration in sustainability education, and how can these partnerships drive meaningful change?

Business Innovation

Exploring Sustainable Energy, Trade, and Climate Solutions

3. Corporate Responsibility and Climate Change – From Risk to Opportunity:
How can businesses take proactive roles in addressing climate change through innovative solutions, while also navigating regulatory and reputational risks?


4. Financing the Green Transition – Role of Business in Investment for Sustainability:
How can businesses play a pivotal role in financing energy, trade, and climate initiatives, ensuring long-term sustainability while balancing profit with purpose?

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Carolynn Chalmers

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Carolynn Chalmers is the Chief Executive Officer of Professor Mervyn King’s Good Governance Academy and its initiative, The ESG Exchange. She has edited two international standards: ISO 37000:2021 – Governance of organizations – Guidance and its associated Governance Maturity Model, ISO 37004:2023.

 

Carolynn makes corporate dreams come true, assisting leaders and leadership teams in how to create value for their organisations. She makes use of her expertise and experience in corporate governance, organizational strategy, Digital Transformation, and IT to do so.

 

Carolynn is an Independent Committee Member of South Africa’s largest private Pension Fund, the Eskom Pension and Provident Fund, and recently retired as Independent Committee member of several board committees for the Government Employee Medical Scheme. Carolynn has extensive management, assurance and governance experience and has held various Executive roles for international, listed, private and public organisations across many industries.

 

Carolynn is best known for her successes in establishing governance frameworks, and designing and the leading large, complex initiatives that can result. She attributes this success to the application of good governance principles. She shares her insights on her 2 LinkedIn Groups – Applying King IV and Corporate Governance Institute. 

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