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August 29 -September 1, 2025

International Conference on
Sustainable & Resilient Futures:
Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice
(ICSRF 2025)

Experiential Learning, Inclusiveness, & Sustainable Innovations

Time: 9 AM to 5 PM IST


Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus,
Kollam, Kerala – 690525

Net zero workshop

Workshop Title: Pathway to Net Zero: Implementing Sustainable Strategies in Your Organization
Date – 29 August, 2025
Duration: Half-Day Workshop (4 hours)

Overview: As climate change becomes an urgent global priority, organizations are under increasing pressure to decarbonize and contribute to a sustainable future. This interactive workshop empowers leaders and sustainability professionals with the insights and tools needed to embed Net Zero commitments into their core business strategies. Whether you’re just starting or looking to accelerate existing efforts, this session will provide clarity, structure, and inspiration.

Key Take aways:

  • Understand what “Net Zero” truly means and why it matters for organizations
  • Explore regulatory drivers, stakeholder expectations, and market trends
  • Identify common pitfalls and best practices in building a Net Zero roadmap
  • Learn how to assess emissions across scopes and set science-based targets
  • Discover cross-functional approaches to embed sustainability across departments

Format: Through a mix of expert-led discussions, real-world case studies, collaborative exercises, and practical planning tools, participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to take meaningful and measurable steps toward a Net Zero future.

Who Should Attend: Business leaders, operations managers, sustainability officers, ESG teams, and anyone responsible for or interested in driving decarbonization initiatives within their organization.

Schedule

Welcome & Introduction (15 minutes) 

  • Facilitator welcome and participant introductions 
  • Overview of workshop objectives and expected outcomes 

Net Zero Understanding: Foundations & Frameworks (30 minutes)

  • Defining Net Zero and understanding key terminology 
  • Global and industry-specific drivers of decarbonization 
  • Q&A and discussion 

Mapping the Journey: Emissions & Target Setting (45 minutes)

  • Overview of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
  • How to measure your carbon footprint
  • Introduction to Science-Based Targets (SBTi), IWA 42:2022 – Net Zero Guidelines, ISO/WD 14060.2 – Net Zero Aligned Organizations: and other frameworks 

Breakout – Developing Scope 1, 2, and 3 for Net Zero Case Study (30 minutes)

Break (15 minutes)

From Strategy to Action: Building Your Roadmap (50 minutes)

  • Key steps in developing a Net Zero strategy 
  • Integrating Net Zero into existing business operations 
  • Case study: Interface, A successful organizational transition
    • Started with high-impact manufacturing and supply-chain changes 
    • Progressed through product innovations (recycled content, bio-based, carbon-negative materials) 
    • Culminating in operational shifts to renewable energy and circular economy practices 

Accelerators & Enablers: Culture, Collaboration & Communication (30 minutes)

  • Engaging stakeholders and cross-functional teams 
  • Communicating progress and overcoming resistance 
  • Tools and partnerships that can drive success 

Action Planning Workshop (45 minutes)

  • Small group exercise to draft a Net Zero action plan 
  • Sharing insights and feedback 

Closing & Next Steps (10 minutes)

  • Summary of key insights 
  • Resources for continued learning 
  • Workshop wrap-up and final Q&A 
Chad Kymal
Dr. John Shideler 
Mr. Arun Kumar

Director, Omnex Group, Asia-Pacific

  • Welcome & Introduction – Facilitator welcome and participant introductions (15 minutes)
  • Net Zero Understanding: Foundations & Frameworks – Key concepts and global drivers (30 minutes)
  • Mapping the Journey: Emissions & Target Setting – Scope 1, 2, 3, carbon footprint, SBTi (45 minutes)
  • Break (15 minutes)
  • Breakout Session – Developing Scope 1, 2, 3 for Net Zero Case Study (30 minutes)
  • From Strategy to Action – Building Your Roadmap with case study (Interface) (50 minutes)
  • Accelerators & Enablers – Culture, Collaboration & Communication (30 minutes)
  • Action Planning Workshop – Drafting a Net Zero action plan (45 minutes)
  • Closing & Next Steps – Summary, resources, Q&A (10 minutes)
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