Events

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Webinar Series 2023

About the Series

As ESG becomes increasingly important to businesses, their investors and their customers, this webinar series looks to shed light on the myriad forms that environmental, social and governance strategies can take for companies committed to having an equitable and sustainable impact on their balance sheets, their employees, their communities and the world at large.

Upcoming Webinar Sessions

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Eastern

Webinar Replays

Previous Sessions

December 20, 2023 | Software for Measuring ESG Performance

About the Program

Among the nonfinancial criteria businesses must increasingly consider to stay relevant to their employees, customers, investors and boards is ESG―or Environmental, Social and Governance. Beyond making smart business sense, ESG initiatives can help drive efficiency, increase customer and employee engagement and involve constituents in decisions that will likely affect critical ecological and social improvements. In today’s business environment, investors and money managers want to know that a company does more than just turn a profit; indeed, having a positive (or less negative) impact on the world at large is now often a metric used to gauge the long-term health and viability of a commercial enterprise. Investments in real estate and development are now being evaluated for ESG and sustainability by and for players in capital markets. While focusing on what actions to take toward ESG goals is just the first step, finding ways to measure success provides its own unique challenges. We’ll discuss how technology―specifically software programs―can be used to track performance and extract data to show how your efforts measure up.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and Chair of Real Estate ESG Initiative, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Harry Etra, Managing Director, HXE Partners

Scott Lemoine, Lead ESG Adviser, Measurabl

Michelle Winters, Vice President of ESG Sales, Conservice ESG

Dan Winters, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, GRESB

November 29, 2023 | Embodied Carbon and Structural Systems

About the Program

Join us for a discussion of what is termed “embodied carbon”―the greenhouse emissions from materials and construction processes throughout the lifecycle of a structure. We’ll learn about green building materials and how to minimize embodied carbon, from raw material extraction and transportation to construction and maintenance.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Molly McCabe, Founder and CEO, HaydenTanner

Chris Pyke, Chief Innovation Officer, GRESB

Anneli Tostar, Co-founder and CEO, Tangible

October 25, 2023 | The Future of Opportunity Zones ‒ A Look Ahead and an Update on the Extension Bill in Congress

About the Program

This month, we revisit the topic of opportunity zones as long-awaited legislation prepares to come before Congress. We will discuss this investment mechanism and how to make the most of the social impact it can create.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Joe Scalio, Senior Lead Tax Partner, KPMG

Emily Lavery, Vice President, Fulcrum Public Affairs

October 2, 2023 | Insights from Greenbuild International 2023

About the Program

Join us fresh off attending the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington, D.C., to hear from leading professionals in the field. We'll discuss the current state of the green building movement and steps you can take toward sustainability in the built environment, technology, investment, ROI and more.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Martha Campbell, Principal, RMI

Sara Neff, Head of Sustainability, Lendlease America

Chris Pyke, Chief Innovation Office, GRESB

Nicholas Stolatis, Principal, EPN Real Estate Services Inc.

August 23, 2023 | The Inflation Reduction Act and Current Incentives for Real Estate and Clean Energy

About the Program

Signed into law in 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act contains measures to promote clean energy and tackle the climate crisis. Join us for a discussion of programs and incentives from the law that companies and the real estate industry can take advantage of now.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Pinky Shodhan, Senior Tax Associate, Grant Thorton LLP

Joe Scalio, Senior Tax Partner, KPMG

July 26, 2023 | Indoor Air Quality, the New ASHRAE Standard and How It Will Affect the Built Environment

About the Program

Investments in real estate and development are now being evaluated for ESG sustainability by and for players in capital markets. This can be especially true in investments particularly sensitive to environmental realities. Join us for a discussion on the new standards from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers and how they are likely to influence the way we build our indoor spaces going forward.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Amy Carenza, Chief Commercial Officer, ActivePure

Chris Pyke Ph.D., Chief Innovation Officer, GRESB

Rachel MacCleery, Co-Executive Director, Urban Land Institute

June 28, 2023 | Coastal Flooding and ESG ‒ The Impact on Residential and Business Real Estate and Insurance

About the Program

Investments in real estate and development are now being evaluated for ESG sustainability by and for players in capital markets. This can be especially true in investments particularly sensitive to environmental realities. Join us for a discussion on coastal flooding exacerbated by climate change, what it means for the real estate and insurance sectors, and what ESG can do to address the situation.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Kai-Uwe Bergmann, Partner, Bjarke Ingels Group

Mark Costa, Water Resources and Civil Engineer, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.

April 26, 2023 | Water, Waste and Energy Measuring - How to Do It and Who Can Help

About the Program

Knowing just where you stand means gathering data, so how best to measure the water and energy usage of your organization, as well as how much waste you generate. We’ll discuss how to get started and who to seek out if and when you need help.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Nidhi Chadda, Founder and CEO, Enzo Advisors

Helee Lev, Chief Revenue Officer of ESG, Conservice ESG

Lotte Schlegel, Executive Director, Institute for Market Transformation

March 29, 2023 | Improving Life in the Home and at Work

About the Program

Join us for discussion in which we’ll take a closer look at ESG in our everyday lives, both at home and work, and how the metrics and methods being developed can improve our health and quality of life.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Amy Carenza, Chief Commercial Officer, ActivePure

Stephen Ashkin, Founder and CEO, Green2Sustainable

David Pogue, Chief Strategy Officer, RiverRock Real Estate Group

March 1, 2023 | Tools and Resources for ESG Compliance and Verification

About the Program

With awareness of this space growing, we will discuss how to assess and document ESG successes to show your organization’s commitment to change.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Christopher Cayten, Managing Director, CodeGreen Solutions

Sara Neff, Head of Sustainability, Lendlease

Chris Pyke, Senior Vice President, ArcSkoru

Marla Thalheimer, Senior Director of Business Engagement. Institute for Market Transformation

January 25, 2023 | 2022 Progress Report and a Look Ahead for 2023

About the Program

With 2022 behind us, we will review the major developments and stories from the past year―as well as share our hopes and predictions for what 2023 might have in store.

Moderator

Brad A. Molotsky, Partner and ESG Initiative Head, Duane Morris LLP

Speakers

Mychele Lord, Senior Strategic Advisor, RE Tech Advisors

Nicholas Stolatis, Principal, EPN Real Estate Services Inc.

Brenna Walraven, President and CEO, Corporate Sustainability Strategies Inc.

About Duane Morris

Duane Morris LLP, a law firm with more than 900 attorneys in offices across the United States and internationally, is asked by a broad array of clients to provide innovative solutions to today’s legal and business challenges. Duane Morris has been recognized by BTI Consulting as both a client service leader and a highly recommended law firm.

Duane Morris has a dedicated team of professionals across practices and industries focused on the ESG space. They advise companies, boards of directors and trade associations on various ESG and sustainability issues and challenges.