The increasing complexity of the sustainability landscape has brought about a shift in mindset, especially fuelled by global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Join Richard Collins, CEO of CSR-Accreditation, for this presentation exploring environmental and social responsibility, which have become paramount concerns for individuals and organisations alike.
As we reflect on our sense of purpose and values, it becomes crucial to understand the various dimensions of sustainability and how they impact our lives. We will explore the various anacronyms, initialisations and jargon and try to make sense of this rapidly evolving space. From SDG to ESG, Net zero to CSRD we hope to provide clarity and a clear vision of what lies ahead.
This presentation shows that planning social responsibility as a business strategy involves identifying stakeholders, building capacity, and making sustainability everyone's responsibility—from the bottom up and top down. Embracing environmental and social responsibility is not just a choice but a necessity for future-proofing your business. As sustainability transitions from voluntary to mandatory, taking proactive steps now ensures that your organisation remains ahead of the curve. CSR Accreditation provides a framework and the guidance needed to navigate this complex landscape, offering a roadmap for success in building a better world for future generations.
CEO, CSR-Accreditation
Enabling Environmental and Social Responsibility to build ethical and caring organisations
Richard's aim is to help improve the world for future generations, by reducing the negative impact we have on the environment and by building a better and cohesive society.
As an experienced brand strategist Richard has pursued a passion for helping companies in the public, private and third sector to promote their CSR and Sustainability efforts. Richard founded and launched CSR-A in 2018, which provides a global Environmental and Social Responsibility Accreditation Scheme. Since then CSR-A has developed a global Sustainability Training course and Workshops, Social Impact Reporting and a CSR programme for primary and secondary schools. CSR Accreditation now operates on an international stage with partners and offices being established throughout the globe. Richard is an international key- note speaker on sustainability. To compliment this he also co-runs the International CSR Excellence Awards.
He is president for the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce ‘Bucks’ Council, a member of the Society of Leadership Fellows, a Trustee for the Wycombe Arts Centre, a Fellow of the Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability and is a senior advisor to the APPG for ESG