ESG Webinar Series
This four-part webinar series, The Sustainable Battery Value Chain: Bourgeoning ESG Requirements & Opportunities for the Canadian Sector, will highlight how emerging international standards and regulatory requirements related environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors are shaping Canada's battery sector.
2/4 Part Webinar Series
If you missed the first two webinars see below for the recordings and slides.January 30, 2025 & February 6, 2025
Virtual
Enivornmental, Social and Governance (ESG) has become is a significant determining factor in:
- Sourcing of critical minerals and processing technologies
- Investment in mining and minerals processing operations
- ESG standards, criteria and expectations are quickly evolving
In the competitive area of ESG, continued innovation and improvement will be critical, creating new market opportunities for clean tech solutions.
Canada is well positioned to lead the energy transition:
- Abundant mineral resources
- Clean power
- Comprehensive standards and regulations related to mining, processing and production
- Changes to the Competition Act will make it more critical than ever to substantiate claims
To capitalize on these advantages, Canada must not only excel in ESG but also provide clear, objective evidence of its leadership.
The Global Battery Alliance has identified “over 100 regulations and dozens of voluntary standards relevant to battery value chain sustainability… The proliferation of voluntary standards reflects the importance of ESG performance, but navigating this landscape is proving challenging for companies, their supply chains, and stakeholders.”
Webinar Sessions
Critical Minerals Supply Chains and The Battery Passport
Understanding the battery supply chain’s sustainability gap and the tools that can be used to bridge this gap and provide transparency and traceability throughout the battery lifecycle.
Due Diligence and Promoting ESG Performance
A look at some of the key ESG performance indicators, the mechanisms required for ESG tracking, monitoring and reporting, and how ESG performance can be used as a business differentiator.
- January 30, 2025 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM EST
Battery Regulations and Producer Responsibility
Battery regulations cover a wide range of topics, from responsible sourcing to end-of-life management, and they continue to evolve. This session will explore how cradle-to-cradle lifecycle management of batteries is regulated and the impact of international regulations on the Canadian battery industry. Key topics include international battery regulations, their impact on the Canadian industry, the role of extended producer responsibility (EPR), and current developments and challenges with end-of-life batteries in Canada.
- February 6, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:30 PM EST
Sustainability Disclosures and Access to Capital
With the rapid industrial development in the battery industry, securing capital is crucial but challenging, especially with the rise of sustainable investing. This session will explore how capital markets use ESG reporting to manage risks and make informed investment decisions, the impact of mandatory climate-related financial disclosure standards, and the implications of Bill C-59 on greenwashing and unverifiable ESG claims.
Why ESG Issues Matter
Competitive
ESG performance is a competitive advantage. Industry must adopt novel technological solutions to reduce carbon and waste, improve efficiencies and circularity, and reduce impacts.
Reporting
Regulations, customers, and investors require ESG tracking and reporting. Industry must understand the tools and platforms for demonstrating ESG performance.
Global Impact
The battery value chain is global. Organizations operating in the sector must develop a deep understanding not just of domestic but international ESG requirements as well.
Promotion
Canadian companies must promote and leverage their ESG advantage. Understanding that companies are being held to account for greenwashing and unverifiable claims.
