Summer Sustainability Summit 2024
Role of trade associations in reducing industry carbon emissions — fireside chat with Finnish Electrotechnical Trade Association (STK)
Recording now available
Keynote discussion speakers
Sallamaari Muhonen
Managing Director @ Finnish Electrotechnical Trade Association (STK)
Nikita Chhjaer
Carbon Expert @ One Click LCA
About the session
This session will explore the pivotal role that associations play in reducing industry carbon emissions, both through their direct actions and by influencing their members. With a focus on practical strategies and real-world examples, the discussion will feature insights from experts including representatives from STK, Finland’s leading technology industry association. The webinar will cover how these organizations can foster sustainable practices within industries and lead by example in their operations, driving the collective effort towards a low-carbon future.
Who should attend this session?
This session is designed for industry leaders, sustainability officers, association members, environmental advocates, and policymakers. It is also suited for anyone involved in or interested in the intersection of industry operations and environmental sustainability.
What key questions will the session cover?
- What role can associations play in reducing carbon emissions within industries?
- How can associations themselves adopt more sustainable practices?
- What strategies can be employed to engage and influence association members towards lowering their carbon footprints?
- What are the challenges and opportunities in promoting sustainability within industry associations?
- How can collaborative efforts between associations and other stakeholders be enhanced to achieve greater environmental impact?
About One Click LCA
One Click LCA is the world-leading sustainable construction & manufacturing platform, with a mission to power the makers of a zero-carbon future. Its life-cycle assessment (LCA) and environmental product declaration (EPD) solutions are used in 170+ countries, supporting 80+ global compliance standards, with 20+ BIM and other integrations, with 200,000+ global LCA datasets.
About STK
The Finnish Electrotechnical Trade Association (STK) represents electrical wholesalers, manufacturers, and importers in Finland, focusing on promoting the competitiveness of its members and the entire supply chain. The association provides key services like publishing industry statistics, offering a unique product database with information on 600,000 electrotechnical products, and engaging in lobbying and educational efforts.
For more detailed information, you can visit their official page: STK - About Us.