IMPACT FESTIVAL

🧚 Hallo liebes Tagebuch, 🤕 heute war wieder so ein Tag, an dem ich an meine Grenzen gekommen bin, aber auch gemerkt habe, dass ich etwas verändern will. Die CSRD- und Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung ist wirklich eine Herausforderung. Ich muss mich mit ESG-Erwartungen, CO2-Bilanzierung und der Frage auseinandersetzen, ob meine Excel-Tabellen je wieder freundlich zu mir sein werden. Ich versuche gerade, die EU-Taxonomie zu entschlüsseln, und frage mich dabei, ob es eine Kategorie für „das Finden des richtigen Kaffeebechers für die Besprechung“ gibt – das sollte auch eine Qualifikation sein! 🙏 Aber heute habe ich einen Hoffnungsschimmer entdeckt. Die CSRD-Masterclass von IMPACT FESTIVAL und :response - ESG & Sustainability Consulting steht bevor und verspricht, mir und dir das Rüstzeug zu geben, um diese Herausforderungen zu meistern. Vielleicht lerne ich ja sogar, wie man in weniger als einer Stunde eine Klimarisikoanalyse durchführt – oder zumindest ein bisschen besser damit umgeht! Die Plätze sind begrenzt – also nicht verpassen! 👉 https://lnkd.in/ePRGcTJF Arved Lüth | Svenja Magdalena Lemke | Sarah de Jong | Dr. Anna Winkler | Anna Bergmoser | Alexandra Wittfoth | Sarah Bollinger

🏭 The carbon offsets market, once a thriving industry, is now in a severe crisis, with a staggering 61% plummet since 2022. This significant decline has sent shockwaves through the sector, emphasizing the urgent need for reforms. The question on everyone's lips: why? It turns out that many forest-based offsets, which people trusted to compensate for their emissions, needed to be helping the planet as promised. This significant betrayal of trust is causing people's faith in these offsets to fade rapidly, leading to disappointment and loss of faith. Research has shown that most forest carbon offset programs are actually 'phantom credits', a term used to describe credits issued for emissions reductions that would have happened anyway without the offset project. For instance, if a forest were already protected by law, issuing credits for not cutting it down would be a 'phantom credit '. These 'phantom credits 'don't help remove emissions from the atmosphere. The decline in market value reflects the growing scepticism toward carbon offsets and the urgent need for more transparent, science-based practices in the industry. These insights underscore the pressing need for significant reforms in the carbon credits industry. It's necessary to take immediate action to ensure the reliability and effectiveness of carbon offsets. SOURCE Ecosystem Marketplace: “State of the Voluntary Carbon Market 2024” https://lnkd.in/dSZVRx9T The Guardian: “more than 90% of rainforest carbon offsets by biggest certifier are worthless” https://lnkd.in/gK4C8RjX Bloomberg: “Carbon Offset Gatekeepers Are Failing to Stop Junk Credits” https://lnkd.in/eeGQ-XT3 Forest Trends Association | Alexander Procton | Ciro Calderón | Laura Weatherer | Charlotte Barber | Cheyenne Coxon | Genevieve Bennett

⛱️ As we gear up for the holiday season, are you seeking inspiration for your reading list? 📚 These ten books offer invaluable insights into pressing issues affecting our planet and society, from reimagining work in a tech-driven world to envisioning a more just and sustainable society. Growth: A History and a Reckoning by Daniel Susskind https://lnkd.in/esDJfm7m Free and Equal: A Manifesto for a Just Society by Daniel Chandler https://lnkd.in/eHzV2JUQ Limitarianism: The Case Against Extreme Wealth by Ingrid Robeyns https://lnkd.in/eM325Cef H Is for Hope: Climate Change from A to Z by Elizabeth Kolbert https://lnkd.in/gT4QE_7u The Age of Revolutions: And the Generations Who Made It by Nathan Perl-Rosenthal https://lnkd.in/e23J_GCe Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture by Kyle Chayka https://lnkd.in/es2wkJAg Slow Down: How Degrowth Communism Can Save the Earth by Kohei Saito https://lnkd.in/ej__hDea How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain by Peter S. Goodman https://lnkd.in/eJFMwyBi What Went Wrong With Capitalism by Ruchir Sharma https://lnkd.in/eGp4UNqf Predicting Our Climate Future: What We Know, What We Don't Know, And What We Can't Know by David Stainforth https://lnkd.in/eeQb4yiz 👌 Have any other book recommendations in mind? Share them in the comments below!

🌍 Du hast Lust, dich für eine gerechtere Wirtschaft für Mensch und Natur einzusetzen? Du arbeitest gerne Hands-On und teamorientiert? Dann bist du bei uns genau richtig! Denn wir suchen eine/n Praktikant:in, um uns im Projektmanagement zu unterstützen. 👉 Was dich bei uns erwartet: - Du treibst eigene Subprojekte voran und hast dabei immer unsere Zielgruppen vor Augen - Du organisierst Projekte mit externen Partner:innn - Eigenständige Kommunikation mit potenziellen Partner:innen - Recherche & strukturierte Aufbereitung von Daten - Unterstützung in der Prozessentwicklung einzelner Teilbereiche des Impact Festivals - Recherche und Analyse von Trends, Technologien & Start-ups ✍️ Werde Teil eines jungen und intrinsisch motivierten Teams! Jetzt bewerben: https://lnkd.in/ej5zHNZG

🎙️May we introduce as our next speaker an expert in sustainable finance: Silke Stremlau. 🌍 From her work as Chairwoman of the German government's Sustainable Finance Advisory Board (Sustainable Finance-Beirat) and as a member of the Supervisory Board at UmweltBank AG and NORD/LB, she is not only aware of the sustainable finance key issues but also of its political implications. Attend her talk at our IMPACT STAGE on 30 October 2024 and get further insights on this question. 🎟️ Don’t miss out and grab your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/ezPuPA2V

⚽️ Whether you're a football fan or not, there's no denying its power to unite people! 🎉 As today is a rest day for football and its fans, we have a special treat for you: a chance to grab IMPACT FESTIVAL tickets at a fantastic price! 🎟️ Enjoy 24% off tickets* with the code “IFEM24”. Why 24%, you ask? Because UEFA EURO 2024 is all about bringing together 24 countries in the spirit of unity and celebration! *Discount applies on all ticket categories: https://lnkd.in/ezPuPA2V

🤔 Was haben Hornbach, Audi und Ikea gemeinsam? Sie führen zusammen mit anderen Unternehmen die sogenannte Foresight Academy⁠ durch und verfolgen die Frage: Wie wollen wir in 10 Jahren leben? 💡Diese branchenübergreifende Plattform soll dazu dienen, zukunftsorientiertes Arbeiten und Customer Foresight Expertise zu fördern. 📚Doch wie wurde eine solche Academy aufgebaut? Wie funktioniert die Zusammenarbeit innerhalb der Academy? Welche Methodik steckt hinter den Studien? 🎙️All diese Fragen werden heute im Gespräch zwischen Mara und ihrer Gästin am Mikrofon ⁠Katja Sottmeier⁠ (HORNBACH Baumarkt AG) aufgegriffen. ▶︎ Jetzt die neue Folge anhören/ansehen: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gTrXRrqw Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gs2a7asE Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gYwdhJmu

🌡️ Each 1°C rise in global temperatures results in a 12% loss in world GDP. 📉 Envision a future where climate change has eroded our wealth by 50% before the century's end. According to a recent paper, this isn't just a nightmare scenario—it's a real and urgent possibility. And it's hitting developing nations the hardest, where economies rely heavily on natural resources and agriculture. But here's the kicker: wealthy countries like the US are incentivized to take action. The estimated social cost of carbon is a staggering $1,056 per ton, translating to a jaw-dropping USD 40 trillion for 2023 alone. Why should businesses care? It's not just about saving the planet. Climate change's economic impact is reshaping global markets and investment landscapes. Developing nations, poised to suffer the most, will see dramatic agricultural productivity and GDP growth reductions. For instance, a mere 0.3°C temperature rise could slash Sub-Saharan Africa's agricultural output by 10%. The economic implications of climate change are profound. However, by implementing proactive global policies and making strategic investments in mitigation and adaptation, we cannot only prevent economic losses but also foster a sustainable future. This is not just about environmental conservation—it's about fortifying and potentially enhancing global economic transition. Source: Bilal, A., & Känzig, D. (2024). The Macroeconomic Impact of Climate Change: Global vs. Local Temperature. https://lnkd.in/eDzDRmTd Adrien Bilal, Diego Känzig, National Bureau of Economic Research

Euer Start-up hat eine innovative, nachhaltige Lösung zu bieten und Lust, gefördert zu werden? 🚀 Bis zum 1. Juli habt ihr noch die Möglichkeit, euch auf das “Joint Innovation Accelerator for Sustainable Finance”-Programm der Commerzbank AG, Tenity und neosfer zu bewerben! 🏁 Das Ziel ist Proof-of-Concepts und Kooperationen zwischen Start-ups und den Geschäftseinheiten der Commerzbank zu entwickeln, um innovative Lösungen in verschiedenen Nachhaltigkeitsbereichen zu fördern. 🗓 Wann: September und Oktober 2024 ✨ Highlight: Demo Day beim uns auf dem IMPACT FESTIVAL am 31. Oktober in der Messe Frankfurt Hier geht es direkt zu der Bewerbung: https://lnkd.in/dwZE-xbQ Mehr Infos: https://lnkd.in/dqDiT5Za

☀️ As the summer sun beckons and vacation plans begin to form, it's time to reconsider our approach to travel. This edition of IMPACT NEWS is all about empowering you to create a summer getaway that not only refreshes your soul but also makes a positive difference to the environment.   🌍 Let this edition be your compass, guiding you towards a trip that's not just memorable but also respectful of the planet we all share. Here's to a summer filled with meaningful moments, transformative experiences, and a lot of sustainability. Happy travels! Worldpackers, Byway, Responsible Travel, WWOOF - Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms, ToursByLocals, socialbnb, Fairbnb.coop, Ecobnb, Sustainable Travel International