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IEMA Connect 2024: IEMA Impact Assessment Network - Update and Look Ahead In this session, IEMA Impact Assessment Policy and Engagement Lead, Dr Rufus Howard and IEMA Impact Assessment Network Steering Group Chair @Juliette Callaghan provide a recap and highlights of the networks activity over 2024 and a look ahead to planned activities of the network of 2025. IEMA members can register for IEMA Connect 2024 today for FREE and sign up to the session: https://bit.ly/3IAcKbD Topics covered include: - Impact Assessment Guidance - Environmental Outcome Reports and Environmental Impact Assessment reforms - IEMA Outlook Journals - Working Group updates - Elections for new Steering Group Members, webinars series, and EIA Quality Mark Attendees will be able to ask questions about any of the IA Network activities.

There is a #greenskills gap and we don’t currently have the knowledge or experience to reach #netzero and #biodiversity goals. How can we ensure that new talent entering the workforce has the relevant skills, but also look at how we can ensure that the existing workforce are prepared for the future? This session will provide insights into the skills gap, look at which sectors this is more prevalent in, and provide some context in how we can upskill and train individuals to get to where we need to be. We’ll look at the different opportunities in upskilling, and hear from Generation UK, a provider of green Skills Bootcamps in England. Michael Okekunle will talk about his journey and experiences on a Bootcamp to his current role as a Retrofit Assessor. We’ll also hear from career changer Daniel Anderson, who will talk about his experiences of an IEMA training course, how that shaped his thinking for a future career move, and tips for working through a transition. Our speakers for this session include: James Hughes, Senior Programme Manager at Generation UK & Ireland Daniel Anderson, Sustainability Officer at Everyturn Mental Health Micheal Okekunle, Retrofit Assessor at Equans UK & Ireland Book now: https://bit.ly/3X68kkl

Bias tells us enough of the picture, but when you add ‘unconscious’ to it, that allows people to hide and say: ‘It’s not my fault.’ It’s not unconscious, it’s just ugly. We call it unconscious because we don’t like it and try to hide it. I grew up in a society that gave me some ugly views of Black people, despite the fact I am a Black person; that gave me ugly views about Queer people despite being a Queer person. But instead of pretending these views are hidden in my brain in such a way that I’m more likely to manifest them, I acknowledge them and declare that they are not who I will behave like. Even if they are part of some bad code that exists in my brain. I spoke about the topic of bias recently with Huw Morris for IEMA Transform and now, more than ever, it rings true. If you would like to read the article, I will link in the comments.

Delighted to share this fantastic IEMA first ever for the #northwest. Book now to learn about #socialvalue and links to positive #environmentalimpact. Explore projects that link social and environmental impact and learn how to integrate social value at the strategy stage. In person event for IEMA members at #Bam

IEMA Connect 24: How can environmental auditors help organisations reach net zero? Organisations are increasingly committing to #netzero and are at various stages in the process of establishing emissions baselines, setting targets, measuring performance and developing and implementing Net Zero initiatives. Environmental auditors have a range of roles to play in providing assurance that these plans and supporting metrics are appropriate and reliable. In this session we will discuss how internal, supply chain and external auditors can support this critical work in delivering on Net Zero commitments with IEMA Senior Training and Development Manager Edward Brown. IEMA members can register for IEMA Connect 2024 today for FREE and sign up to the session: https://bit.ly/3IAcKbD #environmentalauditing #auditing #sustainability #IEMAConnect24

SURVEY CLOSES TODAY: Have your input on the future of IEMA! The Future Purpose of IEMA project aims to review our brand and strategic direction to provide the organisation with a clarity of purpose, helping to equip members and the profession with the recognition, standards and credibility they deserve. As a global professional body of over 21,000 individuals – consensus is not always easy. But internal polling shows 97% of members agree IEMA should continue to be a “professional body driving standards across the environment and sustainability sector”. Around 90% or more agreed that we should “educate, collaborate and advocate” for members and support the growth in standards for environment and sustainability professionals around the world. Get your voice heard so that IEMA can be 'fit for the future' https://bit.ly/3AiuHeQ

ESG (environmental, social, governance) and PDCA (plan, do, check, act) are acronyms that many are familiar with, but how much do we focus on the ‘G’ and the ‘C’ in them? With countries, cities, companies and individuals being held ever-more accountable for their impact on the environment, how can we be sure that there is no #greenwashing or #greenhushing taking place? In the first of three articles, Garry Warhurst B.Sc (Hons), FIFST, AIEMA assesses the initial approach to sustainability auditing and compliance in our latest edition of TRANSFORM, including ways to ensure that businesses learn, comply with all requirements and achieve the strong foundations that every quality management system needs. Read now: https://bit.ly/4dYYVlp #environmentalauditing #environment #sustainability

Join IEMA Midlands for an engaging and insightful online event focused on carbon footprint management and the essential tools you might need, including reporting requirements. Key topics will include: - Examples of various tools, along with their pros and cons, and how they link to relevant reporting requirements. - How some tools align with specific reporting requirements. - The role and necessity of bespoke tools. - The event will conclude with a Q&A session. This event aims too unform participants on relevant carbon accounting tools used to calculate carbon footprints. Don't miss out—register now to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/46Yc9wu

Don't miss our next West of Scotland event in Glasgow! Discover the future with an exclusive Walking Tour of the Glasgow University Redevelopment. Join us for a memorable experience! Book now: https://bit.ly/3yP1zLK he development comprises an expansion of the existing Gilmorehill campus on the site of the former Western Infirmary Hospital. It showcases an exemplar and transformative urban development project, with an estimated value of £1.3 billion, making it one of the largest development projects in Scotland. The expansion of the campus will support the University’s growth and will create a world-class environment for world-changing education and research. Over a 20-year horizon it will create a vibrant new urban quarter in Glasgow’s West End which will offer new public spaces and facilities for the local community. Recently, the project won the prestigious 'Place in Progress' Pineapple Awards.

SURVEY CLOSING SOON: Have your input on the future of IEMA now! The Future Purpose of IEMA project aims to review our brand and strategic direction to provide the organisation with a clarity of purpose, helping to equip members and the profession with the recognition, standards and credibility they deserve. As a global professional body of over 21,000 individuals – consensus is not always easy. But internal polling shows 97% of members agree IEMA should continue to be a “professional body driving standards across the environment and sustainability sector”. Around 90% or more agreed that we should “educate, collaborate and advocate” for members and support the growth in standards for environment and sustainability professionals around the world. Get your voice heard so that IEMA can be 'fit for the future' https://bit.ly/3AiuHeQ