Leaders 2050 is an internal and external network led by KPMG for ambitious young professionals who are passionate about shaping the sustainable economy of tomorrow. The aim of the network is to equip the next generation with the skills, networks and goals they need to achieve a more sustainable future.
Why did we found Leaders 2050?
Young people and future leaders play a crucial role in promoting positive change.
Young professionals will take centre stage throughout their careers when it comes to tackling key issues facing society today - from climate change to social inequality. The 'voice of young professionals' is not always heard in the climate and decarbonisation debate.
Net Zero is one of the most important challenges of our time
Achieving net zero will be one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century. Governments, businesses, investors, non-governmental organisations and consumers are increasingly recognising the need to act now to prevent the worst effects of climate change and limit global warming.
Industry networks are important to bring about change
Realising Net Zero and tackling societal problems will be a complex journey that requires collaboration on an unprecedented scale. Leaders 2050 provides an opportunity to strengthen cross-sector relationships and bring together future leaders from diverse sectors to work towards a common goal.
Further interesting content
Past events
- Kick-off event
- Discussion panel on biodiversity
- Discussion panel on ethical AI
- Discussion panel on Net Zero
Kick-off event Leaders 2050 in Germany
What: A kick-off event to launch the German Leaders 2050 Community took place in cooperation with Wacker Chemie AG. The event served as a kick-off event to network young professionals and managers in the field of sustainability (ESG) and to bring them into dialog.
Who? Over 40 young professionals from KPMG and Wacker Chemie AG, including John McCalla-Leacy, Global Head of ESG at KPMG and Dr. Peter Gigler, Head of Corporate Sustainability at Wacker Chemie AG.
Why? The aim was to connect young professionals and executives to foster exchange on global ESG trends, supply chain laws and the role of young talent in sustainable business development.
Key Takeaways
- One third of 18-24 year olds turn down job offers due to poor ESG track record (Leaders 2050 survey "Climate quitting")
- Focus on supply chain laws and CSDDD: implementation and impact on companies
- Young professionals are actively shaping the sustainable transformation of the economy and society
Kick-off event Leaders 2050 in Germany
At the kick-off of the German Leaders 2050 Community, young professionals from KPMG and Wacker Chemie AG discussed how global ESG trends and supply chain laws are shaping the sustainable economy of tomorrow.
Leaders 2050 Event "Why biodiversity must be on the corporate agenda"
What? Leaders 2050 event on the topic of "Net Zero: Strategies for Tomorrow" - the focus was on the role of Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) for sustainable energy supply and decarbonisation.
Who? Around 50 young professionals from the life sciences industry and KPMG, including experts: Rebecca Schmidt, Ina Blömer, Maximilian Dettner (Fresenius Kabi), Thomas Künzel, Christoph Fritsch, Jan Banowski, Luba Perna.
Why? Discussion about ways to achieve net zero and the responsibility of the life science industry in the energy transition.
Key takeaways
- Large companies in particular have a duty to decarbonise and lead the way
- People are needed who can reverse the narrative by not only meeting standards but also emphasising the benefits
- Even companies with lower or globally fragmented electricity demand can benefit from PPAs as part of their Net Zero goals
- Net Zero will only succeed if we manage to connect generations, disciplines and sectors
Leaders 2050 Event: Why biodiversity must be on the corporate agenda
Practical and pragmatic - this is how pioneers from the business world approach the topic of biodiversity. The Leaders 2050 network brought together the perspectives of science, companies and young professionals.
Leaders 2050 Event „Unbias the Future: AI for Ethics, Equity, and Impact“
What? Leaders 2050 event "Unbias the Future: AI for Ethics, Equity, and Impact" - discussion on ethical guidelines for AI development and social responsibility
Who? Young professionals from Leaders 2050 and femella as well as experts: Katja Anclam (Deutsches Institut für Gutes Leben), Ulrike Fischer (SAP), Andreas Steffens and Sabrina Schulte (KPMG).
Why? AI not only increases efficiency, it can also enable social change - for the environment, society and the economy. To achieve this, sustainable technology development and social responsibility must go hand in hand.
Key takeaways
- Ethical AI must take fairness, transparency and sustainability into account from the outset
- Companies bear responsibility for the social impact of AI
- AI can combine ecological, social and economic transformations
Leaders 2050 Event: How we develop AI that is ethical
AI increases our efficiency. But can it also bring us sustainable and social benefits? Our Leaders 2050 discussed how this can be achieved with AI ethics pioneers.
Leaders 2050 Event: „Net Zero: Strategies for Tomorrow“
The decarbonization of companies is much more than a strategic decision - it is a necessity to ensure a sustainable future.
What: The Leaders 2050 event on "Net Zero: Strategies for Tomorrow" focused on the role of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAa) for sustainable energy supply and decarbonization.
Who? Around 50 young professionals from the life sciences industry and KPMG, including experts: Rebecca Schmidt, Ina Blömer, Maximilian Dettner (Fresenius Kabi), Thomas Künzel, Christoph Fritsch, Jan Banowski, Luba Perna.
Why? Discussion about ways to achieve net zero and the responsibility of the life science industry in the energy transition.
Key Takeaways
- Large companies in particular have a duty to decarbonize and lead the way
- People are needed who can reverse the narrative by not only meeting standards but emphasizing the benefits
- Even companies with lower or globally fragmented electricity demand can benefit from PPAs as part of their Net Zero goals
- Net Zero will only succeed if we manage to connect generations, disciplines and sectors
Leaders 2050 Event: Net Zero - decarbonizing companies for a green future
Decarbonizing companies is much more than a strategic decision - it is a necessity to ensure a sustainable future.
Feel free to contact us
If you would like to find out more about the Leaders 2050 programme or would like to work with us on a joint initiative, you can contact us at any time at this email address: de-leaders2050@kpmg.com.
