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The 16th edition of the forum goes beyond presenting theoretical insights and discussions. Rather, it seeks to provide participants with a Sustainability Toolbox of inspiring tools, policies, and experiences that will help them transform fundamental questions into practical answers, and the answers into actionable plans within their organizations.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND?
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01. Open up to sustainability potential opportunities in sustainability
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02. Recognize your company's impact on the world
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03. Build multi-stakeholder and cross sector partnership
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04. Capturing and sharing businesses sustainability insights and learnings
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05. Expand your sustainability connections and businesses network for future collaboration
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06. Be a part of detailed and in deep conversations with policy makers and sustainability professionals
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07. Connect with international,local experts, decision makers and stakeholder of CSR and sustainable development
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08. Know the stakeholders of development work in Egypt
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09. Learn how to prepare a professional sustainability report.
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10. Training on the best practices in the sustainability field.
AGENDA
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Opening Speeches
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM | Expert Talk: Sustainable Finance: Risks and Future Opportunities
Expert Talk: Sustainable Finance: Risks and Future Opportunities
Key Topics:
- The role of financial institutions in the green transition.
- Mobilizing green finance for the private sector and startups (e.g., green bonds, sustainability-linked loans).
- Evaluating sustainability performance and financial viability of sustainable projects.
- Managing climate-related operational risks.
- Fostering industry-led innovation and startup opportunities in the green economy, particularly in the Arab region.
- Egypt’s role as a regional sustainability hub.
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Expert Talk: Leveraging Innovation For Building Sustainable Supply Chains
Expert Talk: Leveraging Innovation For Building Sustainable Supply Chains
Key Topics:
- Implementing circular economy and resource efficiency in business models and manufacturing
- Industrial Decarbonization and Pathways to Net Zero.
- Building Green Supply Chains and Navigating Global Trade Compliance (including CBAM).
- Leveraging AI, IoT, and Digital Innovation for Sustainability Performance.
- Measuring Impact: Emissions, Standards, and Calculating Financial Returns.
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Expert Talk: Communicating Sustainability Effectively
Expert Talk: Communicating Sustainability Effectively
Speaker:
Ms. Eleni Polychroniadou, CEO and co-founder of Sintali
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Coffee Break
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Expert Talk: Governance and Policies
Expert Talk: Governance and Policies
Key Topics:
- How can companies align their strategies with the national visions for sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
- What is an optimal framework for sustainability governance within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)?
- How can boards of directors be encouraged to integrate sustainability reporting into financial performance metrics?
- How can companies assess the impact of government policies on their sustainability performance?
Speaker:
Dr. Maali Khader, Founder & CEO of Schema
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | First Session: CEO’s Talk
8:00 PM | Dinner
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM | Workshops 1
(1)
Driving Stakeholder Trust Through ESG Messaging
ESG Messaging & Corporate Reputation
Speaker:
Dr. Maali Khader, Founder & CEO of Schema
(2)
Building Your Business with EDGE
Speaker:
Ms. Eleni Polychroniadou, CEO and co-founder of Sintali
(3)
Ensuring ESG Credibility and Independent Assurance
ESG Data, Audit Scope & the Assurance Function
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM | Workshops 2
(1)
Engineering Innovation for ESG Impact
Sustainable Engineering & Resource Optimization
(2)
HR’s Role in ESG and Sustainable Transformation
ESG Foundations, Social Governance & HR Accountability
(3)
Legal Oversight of ESG Compliance and Regulatory Risk
ESG Legal Framework & Corporate Compliance
Speaker:
Dr. Marian Kaldas, Executive Director of the Egyptian Center for Arbitration and Settlement of Non-Banking Financial Disputes (ECAS).
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM | Prayer Break
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | First Session: Egypt’s Sustainability Action
First Session: Egypt’s Sustainability Action
Key Topics:
- Aligning sustainability strategies and corporate priorities with community needs.
- The role of public policies in supporting the transition toward a green economy.
- Highlighting leading initiatives and flagship projects in the field of sustainability.
- Strengthening public–private partnerships to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Egypt’s regional positioning and leadership role in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.
Speakers:
Moderator: Mr. Mert Dedebas, Regional Director of Frankfurt School of Finance and Management Middle East and North Africa.
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Expert Talk: Scaling Impact: Every Building Can Be Green
Expert Talk: Scaling Impact: Every Building Can Be Green Speaker: · Ms. Eleni Polychroniadou, CEO and co-founder of Sintali |
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM | Expert Talk: How to set Sustainability Performance Targets to access Sustainability Linked Loans
Expert Talk: How to set Sustainability Performance Targets to access Sustainability Linked Loans
Speaker:
Dr. Prasad Modak, Managing Director of Environmental Management Centre Pvt. Ltd.
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM | Expert Talk: Social Impact From Implementation, Assessment, Reporting to Auditing, & Certification
Expert Talk: Social Impact From Implementation, Assessment, Reporting to Auditing, & Certification
Speaker:
- Ben Carpenter, CEO of Social Value International
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Coffee Break
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Second Session: Sustainable Cities and Future-proof Built Environment
Second Session: Sustainable Cities and Future-proof Built Environment
Key Topics:
- Developing smart and sustainable cities that enhance quality of life and support economic growth.
- Planning and building resilient infrastructure capable of adapting to future challenges.
- Integrating sustainability principles into urban design, construction, and operations.
- The role of innovation and smart technologies in shaping future cities.
- Strengthening public–private partnerships to advance sustainable urban development.
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM | Expert Talk: How to Gain Full Mark in Audit: From Preparation Reports to Auditing
7:15 PM – 8:00 PM | CBAM Debate: CBAM in Action: Navigating the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and Its Global Impact
CBAM Debate: CBAM in Action: Navigating the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and Its Global Impact
Key Topics:
- Overview of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), its objectives, and compliance requirements.
- The impact of CBAM on global trade and supply chains, particularly for exporting countries.
- Corporate readiness to meet carbon measurement, reporting, and disclosure requirements.
- Opportunities and challenges posed by CBAM across different industrial sectors.
- Practical strategies to adapt to global carbon policies and strengthen international competitiveness.
8:00 PM | Dinner
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM | Workshops 1
(3)
Ensuring ESG Credibility and Independent Assurance
Controls, Risk & Greenwashing Prevention
(2)
EDGE in Practice: From Certification to Implementation
Speaker:
Ms. Eleni Polychroniadou, CEO and co-founder of Sintali
(1)
Driving Stakeholder Trust Through ESG Messaging
Stakeholder Engagement & Greenwashing Prevention
Speaker:
Dr. Maali Khader, Founder & CEO of Schema
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM | Workshops 2
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Engineering Innovation for ESG Impact
Carbon Management & ESG Compliance
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HR’s Role in ESG and Sustainable Transformation
Performance, Culture & Future Workforce
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Legal Oversight of ESG Compliance and Regulatory Risk
ESG in Contracts, Due Diligence & Litigation
Speaker:
Dr. Marian Kaldas, Executive Director of the Egyptian Center for Arbitration and Settlement of Non-Banking Financial Disputes (ECAS).
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Coffee Break
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | First Session: Smart & Sustainable Ports: Driving Competitiveness in Global Maritime Logistics
First Session: Smart & Sustainable Ports: Driving Competitiveness in Global Maritime Logistics
Key Topics:
- The role of smart ports in enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening global supply chains.
- Integrating sustainability into port development and operations to reduce environmental impact and improve performance.
- Leveraging smart technologies and digitalization in port management and logistics services.
- Enhancing port competitiveness amid global shifts in trade and maritime transport.
- Strategic partnerships and their role in developing sustainable ports and strengthening regional and international positioning.
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Expert Talk: ESG and Climate Risk Integration into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Expert Talk: ESG and Climate Risk Integration into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Key Topics:
- Integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks.
- Assessing climate-related risks and their impact on long-term sustainability and organizational performance.
- Aligning risk management strategies with regulatory requirements and relevant international standards.
- Enhancing organizational readiness to address emerging risks and sustainability-driven opportunities.
- Supporting strategic decision-making through the integration of sustainability data into governance and risk management processes.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing and Presenting Certifications
Expert Talk: How to set Sustainability Performance Targets to access Sustainability Linked Loans
Speaker:
Dr. Prasad Modak, Managing Director of Environmental Management Centre Pvt. Ltd.
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