WATCH BACK ON DEMAND
Join us once again for a deep dive into the realm of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices and sustainability as part of the New Professionals Forum (NPF) Sustainable Futures Series.
As with our first session hosted earlier this year, this webinar from the NPF was developed with our colleagues at the Sustainability in Defence Network (SDN- formerly called the ESWG) to offer valuable insights into how sustainability is becoming integral to defence capabilities and how you can be part of this exciting transformation.
In this session we consider how ESG will shape the future workforce in the defence sector. We looked at the ESG Defence Charter and hear from industry leaders on the Charter's impact, the growing importance of green skills and practical actions for aligning with ESG Goals.
We will be delving into:
- The impact on priorities and goals when signing up to the ESG Defence Charter
- The ESG Defence Charter - collaboration across the supply chain and opportunities for SMEs
- How ESG can drive skills development and workforce upskilling
- The importance of green skills in the defence sector
- How employees can play their part
Joining us on the panel will be:
- Ben Knight - Head of Sustainability, Leonardo
- Sam Healy - Group Director ESG, QinetiQ
- Kady Marriott - Associate Partner, WIthYouWithMe
- George Dietz - Economics and Data Adviser, ADS (Moderator)
Whether you’re employed within a large organisation, SME, supply chain partner, or individual looking to upskill, this webinar will equip you to drive sustainable change in your organisation.
New ProfesSionals Forum (NPF) Sustainable Futures Series
SESSION ONE: Balancing capability and sustainability in defence
The first session was a webinar that introduced ESG and the vital role the defence industry plays in the UK's security, prosperity and stability while committing to a sustainable future. We focused on the UK Defence ESG Charter, a collaborative effort within the sector and heard from ADS Chief Economist, Aimie Stone and Dr Deborah Allen, Group Director of Climate, Environment & Infrastructure at BAE Systems. WATCH ON DEMAND
SESSION TWO: Sustainable Aerospace – what a future job could look like
We were delighted to host a panel discussion on the main stage at Pioneers of Tomorrow, on the Friday at Farnborough International Airshow. The panellists explored how the push towards Net Zero by 2050 will shape future of careers in the aerospace sector and what that means for those in their early careers now and others wanting to move into the sector. READ MORE HERE
The New Professionals Forum
The New Professionals Forum (NPF) is a networking and professional development forum for industry professionals new to the aerospace, defence security and space sectors. An ADS Special Interest Group, the goal is to create a supportive and helpful community by generating connections between people, groups, information and experiences in our sectors.
The core group is made up of early career professionals including engineers, HR advisors, consultants, finance controllers, project managers and business developers. Why not join us?
The Sustainability in Defence Network (SDN)
The Sustainability in Defence Network (SDN- formerly called the ESWG) launched in early 2024 and has continued to grow in size.
This network is for, and organised by, young professionals in the defence sector with an interest in sustainability. Creating opportunities to communicate sustainable practices (through virtual sessions and a private LinkedIn group), access personal development activities (such as Career Conversations, peer-to-peer support and cross-company mentoring) and sharing best practice across UK Defence companies.
If you would like to join the network, please email: teamsustainability@baesystems.com.
