Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) takes a broad view of sustainability. It goes beyond environmental impact to include a concern with how organizations manage risks and pursue opportunities to create innovative technologies and partnerships. Across public, private, and civic sectors ESG initiatives have the potential to reshape the workforce and research activities to effectively address 21st century challenges. Through its work as an interdisciplinary research center of excellence, the Advanced Environmental Research Institute (AERI) supports initiatives that address our region's most pressing environmental issues. As the Dallas-Fort Worth region continues its unprecedented economic growth, AERI aims to deepen collaborations with industry and local partners to foster innovations and workforce training initiatives for a sustainable and resilient North Texas region. Our inaugural conference builds off longstanding partnerships to bring together industry representatives, university researchers, and students. Focused on environmental sustainability, conference activities will showcase pioneering research endeavors, foster new partnerships that positively impact communities and industry, and ignite meaningful dialogue on cutting-edge practices. Programming for the conference includes two keynote speakers, panels with industry and government leaders, industry networking, and a showcase of research initiatives. Don't miss this chance to be an active participant in shaping the future of environmental sustainability! Sponsorship Information: Business, organizations or individuals can sponsor the conference at a variety of levels. Sponsorship proceeds benefit AERI student programs, cover conference costs and may be considered tax deductible. For more information on sponsorship or registration contact Tara at tara.principato@unt.edu or click here . Register: HTTPS://ONE.UNT.EDU/ESG-CONFERENCE Conference website: https://aeri.unt.edu/news/esg-conference