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ESG McGill

We are a Student Group of the Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU)

Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) McGill is an environmentally oriented business club seeking diverse points of view from non-traditional investors.

03/22/2025

📣We are thrilled to announce our 5 amazing panelists for the Powering a Sustainable future event! 🌱

The panel includes Christophe Lussier, Philippe Morin, Lea Burlinguet, Frederick Desbiens, and Shervin Bakhtiari- five amazing experts in the sustainability field. Explore diverse career opportunities, gain valuable insights, and network with these panelists.

⭐️The event is this Monday from 5:30pm-7pm. Sign up with the link in our bio! ⭐️

03/18/2025

Sign up for our free event with the link in our bio! ✏️Get ready for networking opportunities, panel discussions, and amazing speakers! We look forward to seeing you there 🌱

03/16/2025

We are excited to announce our upcoming panel and speaker event on March 24th: Powering a Sustainable Future!

Location: Room 203, University Centre (3480 McTavish Street)

Register with the link in our bio. Stay tuned for the speaker reveal!

11/27/2024

We are excited to be hosting our first event of the semester with Expanding Economics!

We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow, November 28th!

When: 7-9pm

Where: 3480 McTavish Street, floor 2, room 203

11/24/2024

We are excited to announce our upcoming event with Expanding Economics this Thursday, November 28!

Stay tuned for more info coming this week.

02/16/2024

Cities worldwide are embracing PAYT (Pay-As-You-Throw), charging residents based on diverse waste metrics. Seattle and Seoul employ methods such as cart size fees and disposal weight, showcasing notable waste reduction outcomes. However, challenges such as public compliance and unintended consequences, exemplified by Hong Kong’s plastic bag policy, may arise. To ensure PAYT’s sustained success, prioritizing resident compliance and crafting pricing models aligned with sustainability objectives are essential strategies.

Read more of Analyst Casey Luk’s article in our bio!

02/08/2024

Economic reconciliation in Canada’s colonial context involves addressing historical injustices and economic exclusion of Indigenous peoples. It encompasses perspectives ranging from economic reintegration to deeper systemic transformation challenging the status quo. The concept sparks complex debates on compromise and collaboration toward a more equitable future.

Read more of Alexis Legault-Toffoli’s article using the link in our bio.

02/07/2024

💡 Desautels Sustainability Network, ESG McGill, and MSBN are partnering up with re•generation to bring you a one-of-a-kind event!

Join us on February 9th, 2024, for a speaker panel & networking session on Financing the Clean Economy Transition.

We will be joined by 4 experts in the field - ranging from climate tech to social funds specialists. Stay tuned to our socials for our Panelist Intros! 👀

Date: February 9th, 2024
Location: McGill University, Armstrong Building, 3rd floor
Dress code: Business casual

*No cost! It’s a free event!*

Schedule:
12:00-1:30 P.M: Introductions, Panel, Q&A
1:30-3:00 P.M: Networking Session

📩 Spots are limited. Register now using the form in our bio.

01/25/2024

Desautels Sustainability Network, ESG McGill, and MSBN are partnering with re•generation to bring you a one-of-a-kind event! The link to register for this free event is in our bio!

12/08/2023

The opioid crisis is worsening in Canadian cities, notably affecting Montreal annually, with a disproportionate impact on minorities, including Indigenous communities and LGBTQ+ individuals. NGOs in Montreal work to provide essential services like rehabilitation and controlled drug-use centers, facing funding and infrastructure challenges from the government. Unfortunately, these efforts encounter controversy and community backlash.

Read more in bio!

12/06/2023

Esports, competitive video gaming, has surged in popularity with major investments, but faces ESG challenges. Inadequate legislation poses risks for investors, seen in visa issues and dependencies on game developers. Players endure unprofessional practices, such as abuse and abrupt team drops. Urgent need for international regulations to ensure ESG values and industry growth.

Link in bio for more!

12/05/2023

China dominates the green bond market with an impressive volume of 489 billion USD, establishing itself as a leader in green finance. However, as hundreds of billions are channeled into environmental initiatives with seemingly limited impact, the effectiveness of these efforts remains a point of interest. Given China's significant contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions, the outcome will be crucial in advancing worldwide endeavors to combat climate change.

Link in bio for more!

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845 Sherbrooke Street W, Quebec
Montreal, QC
H3A0G4

Website

https://linktr.ee/esgmcgill

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