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Climate Change & You :

Global Perspectives & Local Actions

05 Jun, 2024 | 12 PM ET | Free Online (75-minute session)

Live & On Demand

Expert Speakers

Limited Seats

Earn Your First Climate Change Badge

Certificate of Completion

Continuing Education

Engage in a Transformative Online Symposium on Climate Change!

In an era marked by unprecedented change and uncertainty, there has never been a more crucial moment to talk about climate change. In celebration of the World Environment Day (JUNE 5) and recently held COP meetings (Dec 2023), GBRI extends an invitation to continue this critical conversation through our live event, “Climate Change & You – Global Perspectives & Local Actions” Scheduled for Jun 05, 2024, this 75-minute online event is an arena for amplifying global dialogue, showcasing innovative solutions, and exploring transformative policies from around the world. Furthermore, this event marks the launch of our newly revamped Climate Change Ambassador Program v3.0, inviting participants worldwide to engage in impactful climate action. Every attendee will be awarded the “Climate Change Trailblazer” badge, a significant step towards becoming a GBRI Certified Climate Change Ambassador. For those who have previously earned GBRI’s Climate Change badge, we will honor your ongoing dedication with the exclusive “Climate Change Leader Badge ,” celebrating your continued leadership in climate advocacy.

Why You Should Attend:

Timeline, Objectives & Agenda – GBRI Climate Change Games Season 1

May 10
Registration Open for GBRI Climate Change Games Season 1
May 10
May 10
Registration Open for GBRI Climate Change Games Season 1
May 10
Jun 05
Kickoff Event – Climate Change & You
Jun 05
12:00 PM
Introduction to the session
12:00 PM
12:06 PM
Insights on sustainability initiatives in the USA
12:06 PM
12:13 PM
Insights on sustainability initiatives in South America
Importance of WELL / LEED?
12:13 PM
12:25 PM
Insights from COP28
12:25 PM
12:30 PM
How CC Program helped?– How used GBRI resources for WELL initiatives?
12:30 PM
12:35 PM
Insights on sustainability initiatives in Singapore/Malaysia/India
12:35 PM
12:40 PM
Launch of Climate Change Ambassador v.30
• Objectives – Why CC program? • Who does it benefit? • High level contents and badges • Pricing
12:40 PM
12:45 PM
Buffer for over time
12:45 PM
12:55 PM
GBRI Representation
• More about GBRI vision • More about CC Program • Brief Intro to how many Influencers and Partners with GBRI • Where to find?, How to register etc.
12:55 PM
13:05 PM
Q&A
13:05 PM
Attending the event will allow the participant to earn the Climate Change Trailblazer badge. This serves as the first step towards becoming a GBRI certified Climate Change Ambassador.

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Climate Change Leader BadgeFor those who have previously earned GBRI’s Climate Change badge, we have an exclusive Climate Change Leader Badge, honoring your continued dedication and leadership in climate advocacy.

Event Speakers

Who Should Attend?

  • Sustainability Enthusiasts
  • Environmental Advocates
  • Professionals in Green Industries
  • Students and Educators
  • Anyone passionate about making a difference in the global climate landscape
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June 5, 2024 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Groups and Sponsorship

Makenna Gooldy
210-858-7783
[email protected]

Education Partners
FAQ
DOES THIS WEBINAR QUALIFY FOR CE CREDIT?
CE approval is currently pending for this webinar.
WILL I RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION?
Yes! Certificates of completion will be sent via email to everyone who attended the live session within 72 hours. When completing on-demand a certificate of completion will be available upon successful quiz completion.
HOW CAN I VEIW ON-DEMAND?
The live webinar will be available for on-demand viewing within 72 hours of the live session. All registrants will be proved with on-demand access. The login details needed to view on-demand will be sent via email.
WILL YOU AUTOMATICALLY REPORT MY CE CREDIT?
We are happy to report your credit to AIA (pending approval).The information needed to self-report LEED & WELL credits will be provided after the webinar.
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Carolina Wernicke

Carolina Wernicke,

Sustainability Consultant, Architect, GreeNexus Consulting Environmental Services Bellaire

Carolina Wernicke is an architect and sustainability consultant who collaborates independently with a leading design and construction firm in LATAM. She specializes in assisting clients in achieving international certifications, enabling them to align with their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals. Carolina’s work focuses on sustainability, promoting the well-being of building occupants, and enhancing corporate reputation and practices.
Leveraging her expertise, Carolina has adeptly applied her LEED AP and WELL AP certifications. Since 2019, she has actively participated in projects spanning LATAM, overseeing the implementation of requisite measures to meet these certification criteria while upholding her clients’ commitments.
Carolina obtained her architectural degree from the Faculty of Architecture, Planning, and Design at Argentina’s National University in Rosario (UNR). With an extensive background in commercial and hospitality design and construction, she continues to make significant contributions to the industry.

Amel SISBANE

Amel Sisbane , Senior Sustainability Manager - ESG and Climate Action

Amel Sisbane ,is a distinguished professional in sustainability, architecture, urban planning, and heritage conservation, with over 20 years of experience in management and engagement of all levels of stakeholders, delivering large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects across Europe and the Middle East.

Her academic achievements include a Master Degree in Architecture, and an Executive Master Degree in Urban Planning – Heritage Conservation, from the University Of Brussels. She also bears accreditations as a LEED AP, Climate Change Ambassador, Sustainability Consultant ESG practitioner, and a certification from the Oxford SAID Business School in Leading Sustainable Corporations, demonstrating her dedication to shaping a more sustainable and socially responsible future through environmental advocacy and best practices.

She was privileged to contribute to the delivery of the visionary sustainability targets of the award-winning “Msheireb Downtown Doha (MDD)” project. A pioneering endeavor that regenerated a 35-hectare area into the world’s first fully built smart and sustainable city district, with the award of LEED Gold and Platinum certifications across the entire development (100+ buildings).

She managed the delivery of a large portfolio of projects for globally acclaimed luxury brands, within the corporate operations engineering department of a prestigious real Estate, retail and distribution holding. This further solidified her expertise in integrating sustainability into corporate business practices within the commercial sector.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Amel SISBANE is an advocate, educator, dedicated to raising awareness regarding Climate Change and Environmental, Social & Governance integration.

Minal Budal

Minal Budati , Senior Architect, LEED GA & WELL AP

Minal Budati is a Senior Architect at Pace | Architecture, Engineering + Planning, leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the Middle East in Kuwait. Collaborating with architects, engineers developing concepts that meet project goals, operational standards and bringing architectural projects to life. Graduated with a five year professional degree, Bachelor of Architecture from Sir JJ College of Architecture, Mumbai and with more than two decades of work experience in the building industry.
Minal is an accomplished WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP) and LEED Green Associate (LEED GA). She is a member of the Kuwait society of Engineers. Her mission is to embrace sustainable design solutions and advocate green spaces and incorporate wellness in buildings. With this vision and determination to participate and make significant contribution in the journey towards sustainable environment, joined with GBRI as a Sustainability and Social Impact Partner.

Rowena

Rowena Rawte ,Global Head of Sustainability

Rowena has 20 years of experience in the field of Architecture, Construction and Project Management, including 15 years of experience as a LEED Professional. Herqualifications include a Diploma in Architecture (G.D. Arch.) from Mumbai, India and a Post-Graduation in Construction Business Management (GDCBM) from Pune, India. She has also attained additional professional qualifications as a LEED AP,
LEED AP (BD+C) (ID+C), WELL AP, Estidama Pearl Qualified Professional (Abu Dhabi), an EDGE Auditor as well as EDGE Expert and a Green Mark Manager AP FM. Rowena’s current primary role is to head the Sustainability Division at HY M&E. She manages all the Sustainability projects including global Green Building Rating Systems, Digital Twins Service, Energy Modeling and Optimization, Solar Studies and Digital Twin Dashboards services with our clients. Her job profile includes overall coordination with the client to provide custom made solutions to achieve the best possible outcome for the project and client.

ASHWINI DHARMARAJAN

Ashwini Dharmarajan ,Senior Project Manager, WELL AP

Driven by a deep passion for nature and a commitment to environmental stewardship, I am embarking on a purpose-driven career transition into the field of sustainability. With over six years of project and program management experience in the construction industry, I am eager to embrace new challenges and collaborate with like-minded professionals dedicated to safeguarding our planet’s future. By leveraging both my project management proficiency and my innate passion for nature, I would like to be an advocate for sustainability, driving tangible and beneficial change.

By joining GBRI as a Sustainability and Social Impact Partner, I look forward to learn and improve my knowledge of the key areas of sustainability (starting right from the basics to exploring all the domains), connect and learn from professionals who are actively contributing to the Sustainable Development initiatives and find ways to apply my knowledge into practice to create a result-driven positive impact in the society. I also look forward to sharing my knowledge and lessons learnt with the wider audience to the best of my abilities.

Through GBRI’s sustainability education courses and connections, I look forward to moving a step further in my journey to become a sustainability advocate.

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