World Sustainability Day
Empowering Future Business Leaders to Create Sustainable Solutions for People, Planet and Prosperity
Date: Wednesday, 28 October
Time: 10:00am - 1:00 pm
Location: BNU Nottingham Campus
Join us for an engaging day of discussions, guest speakers, and interactive activities exploring sustainability, responsible business practices, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Featuring contributions from UNITAR, Nottingham City Council, and the BNU academic team, the event will provide valuable insights into how sustainability is shaping the future of business and careers. Students will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of green thinking, responsible decision-making, and the role of future business leaders in creating positive change.
Open to Level 3, Level 4, and Business Management students, this event offers an inclusive opportunity to learn, network, and engage with one of the most important topics facing businesses and society today.
Agenda:
Time | Duration | Session | Speaker(s) |
10:00 - 10:15 | 15 mins | Guest, Faculty and Student Arrival | All Participants |
10:15 - 10:20 | 5 mins | Welcome and Opening Remarks | Liz Bridgen |
10:20 - 10:30 | 10 mins | Why World Sustainability Day Matters | BNU Senior Leadership Representative |
10:30 - 10:45 | 15 mins | Global View: The United Nations and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - Live Online Session | Deputy Director, UNITAR CIFAL Istanbul |
11:15 - 11:45 | 30 mins | From Bin to Business: How Recycling Creates Value in the Circular Economy | James King, Nottingham City Council |
11:45 - 11:55 | 10 mins | Green Thinking in Action: How Sustainable Are Your Business Decisions? (Interactive Mentimeter Session) | Course Leaders: Digital Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Business Management |
11:55 - 12:05 | 10 mins | Future Business Leaders: Why Sustainability is Everyone's Business | Stephan Alexa |
12:05 - 12:10 | 5 mins | Refreshment Break | All Participants |
12:10 - 12:25 | 15 mins | How Do SMEs Communicate with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? Findings from the East Midlands | EJ, SS & NS |
12:25 - 12:40 | 15 mins | Panel Discussion and Student Q&A | All Guest Speakers (Hosted by KG & JW) |
12:40 - 12:50 | 10 mins | Student Union Sustainability Challenge: Small Actions, Big Impact | Bucks Students’ Union |
12:50 - 1:00 | 10 mins | Student Hub (TBC) Sustainability Support, Opportunities and Engagement, Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks | Student Hub Team & Event Organiser |