Curious how business will respond to climate change? The third-annual Business of Climate Change program kicks off today and there are lots of great ways for students to get involved.
Join the Asper Center for Global Entrepreneurship at Brandeis International Business School to explore the risks and opportunities posed by climate change. How we organize our economy, finance investments and manage innovation will change dramatically in the coming decades. The goal of this annual event is to help young leaders understand the business of climate change and empower them to explore innovative solutions.
Below, we highlight events, articles and job opportunities that may be of interest. Visit the Business of Climate Change webpage to learn more and access the full Business of Climate Change line up.
A Focus on ESG
Students are welcome to attend “Climate Change Investment: Is ESG Accounting Correct?” on April 8, 2022 at 10 A.M. EDT. Join Robert S. Kaplan, senior fellow and Marvin Bower Professor of Leadership Development at the Harvard Business School, and Bonnie Wongtrakool, global head of ESG investments and portfolio manager at Western Asset Management, for a conversation about ESG reporting and accounting for climate change. The fireside chat will discuss Kaplan and Karthik Ramanna’s December 2021 article in the Harvard Business Review. Register for “Climate Change Investment: Is ESG Accounting Correct?” here!
If you’re interested in ESG investing, we also encourage you to search Handshake for internship and job opportunties in the field by searching the keyword “ESG.” You’ll find opportunities such as this ESG Fixed Income Research Analyst position at Brown Advisory.
2022 Perlmutter Award for Excellence in Global Business Leadership
The Perlmutter Award is given to a highly select group of individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership worldwide. It particularly honors those whose careers in business, finance, government and related fields embody the values promoted by the Perlmutter Institute — a vision that transcends national borders, the highest levels of professionalism and a commitment to the global community and its prosperity.
This year’s award recipient is Sir Ronald Cohen, a pioneering philanthropist, venture capitalist, private equity investor and social innovator. Learn more and RSVP here!
Climate in the Classroom
During the Business of Climate Change week-long program, faculty at Brandeis International Business School will explore the impact of climate change on business, finance and economics using case studies, specialized readings and guest speakers. Many classes are open to all students through registration so even if your class isn’t covering the topic, you are welcome to attend a class that is.
See the full list of class speakers and topics, and register for a session today!
