With nearly 1 million species at risk and global warming set to exceed 1.5°C by the early 2030s without urgent action, the twin crises of biodiversity loss and climate change are reshaping ecosystems and economies. Businesses must lead by integrating biodiversity metrics, investing in nature-based solutions, and aligning strategies with renewable energy and sustainability goals to drive resilience and meaningful change.
Enjoy insights on The New Direction of Sustainability, a webinar co-hosted by illuminem and Green Future Project. Leading experts emphasised actionable strategies for businesses to align with climate goals, from leveraging technology to embedding ecological accountability into governance.
Note: This webinar is conducted in Italian.
Panelists:
Nicola Armaroli
Nicola Armaroli is Research Director at the Italian National Research Council (CNR) and a member of the Italian National Academy of Sciences. He specialises in converting light into electricity and fuels, as well as the global energy transition. Nicola has delivered dozens of invited lectures worldwide and authored hundreds of scientific publications.
Alessandro Leonardi
Alessandro Leonardi is the Founder and CEO of ETIFOR, a consultancy helping companies and institutions reduce emissions, enhance their reputation, and achieve sustainability goals. His expertise includes public procurement for wood-based products, forest certification, REDD+, Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES), and green finance.
Giulia Burch
Giulia Burch is the Impact Manager at Green Future Project. With an academic background in international studies focused on climate change and forest management, she develops strategies to protect nature and promote sustainability.
Valeria Barbi
Valeria Barbi is a biodiversity and political scientist, environmental journalist, and author of What is Biodiversity, Today (2022). Known for her 22-month biodiversity reportage along the Pan-American Highway, she consults for public and private sectors, co-authored a volume on environmental communication, and serves on the IUCN Commission on Communication and Education. She also lectures at 24Ore Business School and ISPI.
Marco Caselli (Moderator)
Marco Caselli is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Green Future Project. Combining a deep passion for nature and social impact, he leverages nature-based solutions, advanced technology, and innovative strategies to drive environmental protection.